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Nice and New: Anthropologie Plumage Shade

CasaSugar — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 04:30:01 -0700

For those of you who decided to splurge on the Peacock Chair, I have found the perfect lamp shade to go with it! And for those who restrained themselves, I've got a more affordable ostentatious bird for you. The Anthropologie Plumage Shade ($108) is embroidered in silk with peacocks strutting about a navy cotton background. It may be overly embellished for some, but if you've taken a liking to the peacock trend, I'm sure you can handle a little fuss. What do you think?

Casa Quickie: Grow Your Own Air Conditioning

CasaSugar — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 14:00:49 -0700

For anyone seeking an eco chic lifestyle, air conditioning is a conflict, to say the least. If it were easy to acclimate ourselves to living a sweat-filled life, we would have, long ago. But, it turns out that the ability to control the climate indoors is a big life-saver when it comes to being comfortable and getting things done. One way to cut back on air conditioning use in the Summer is to plant trees, shrubbery, and vines near (or on) your home. They'll produce natural shade, and soak up the rain, not to mention look good while doing it. For a start, try growing Virginia Creeper vines or cheap grapevines.
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Casa Quickie: Lighten Up for Spring

CasaSugar — Fri, 16 May 2008 15:00:19 -0700

In case you haven't noticed, it's Spring! Isn't that supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!? Yes, it is. So, it's time to lose a few pounds — and I'm not suggesting you get in shape for the beach. You really need to lighten up your windows! Move that thick velvet drapery to your storage closet in favor of some airy, sheer panels or shades. Spring light is nothing to shy away from; it should be whole-heartedly embraced. Not only will switching to sheer panels let in more light, but it'll give your home a more relaxed look. And, why shouldn't your home loosen up a bit when you're already sporting shorts and flip-flops? Here are a few styles that should fit the bill.

Blue Stripe Grommetted Linen Panels - $69.00	Matine Toile Roman Shade - Select Items - $119.00
Lantern Window Panel - $39.00	Medallion Window Panel - $34.00
White Crinkle Voile Curtain Panel - $14.99	Smocked Drape - $50.00
Carlisle Drape - $19.00	Paisley Panel - $49.50
Outdoor Sheer Grommet Drape - $69.00

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Wicker Goes Modern

CasaSugar — Thu, 20 Sep 2007 12:53:57 -0700

I first saw these great wicker shades on eco-designer Danny Seo's blog. Since then I've checked them out at Ikea, both in-store and in the catalog. While I'm not a huge wicker fan, these lamp shades have a cool shape, and the extra-gigantic size for the larger shades-you could fit yourself and a friend's heads and shoulders under one of them-definitely makes an unexpected statement.

While most wicker is bent by being soaked in diesel fuel, IKEA asked that these shades, which are sourced from Vietnam, instead be soaked in palm oil-better for the workers, and for the planet. The shades are currently available in-store and through the catalog, but not yet online.

What do you think about these lamp shades?

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Steal of the Day: Grosgrain-Ribbon Roman Shade

CasaSugar — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 14:00:00 -0700

If only PBteen offered more colors than pink, purple, and blue, it would be my favorite resource for steals! This Grosgrain-Ribbon Roman Shade ($14-$16, reduced from $79-$89) is classic, chic, and absurdly cheap. It's a sheer organdy shade, so it doesn't block out all of the light, but we're not mole people, so that's fine! It has a wooden handle that pulls the panel up, which is certainly a step up from your average plastic mini blinds! I'm not so keen on this pink, but it would be fairly simple to iron a different grosgrain ribbon on top of this teeny-bop color. What do you think?

Love It or Hate It? Anthropologie Ibbie Shade

CasaSugar — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 12:00:00 -0800

While scoping out beautiful buys that fit the 3-D floral trend, I came across this decidedly different Anthropologie Ibbie Shade ($148). This drum-shaped lampshade is pastel and girly, with grosgrain sculpted flowers. Does it tickle your fancy?

Crave Worthy: Coolaroo Triangle Shade Sail

CasaSugar — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 05:57:40 -0700

This Coolaroo Triangle Shade Sail is so stylish, simple, and useful, I can't believe it costs just $103. The breathable 16-foot sunshade adds an instant canopy to any backyard, blocking up to 90 percent of UV rays. The weatherproof canvas is much easier and cheaper to install than a gazebo or other wooden structure, and it's incredibly hip, too. What do you guys think?

Cool Idea: Lamp Kit Hanging Light

CasaSugar — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:00:29 -0800

I spotted this photo in the portfolio of interior stylist and designer Sibella Court, and was wowed by the hanging light fixture. To me it looks like a lampshade was simply attached to a basic Lamp Cord Kit ($12), and then dangled from the molding. The shade would probably need to have a bulb clip top fitter, too. I love the juxtaposition of the lowbrow lamp cord with that debonair black bell-shaped shade.

I'd love to try this at home. I'm thinking of making my own with a shapely lampshade frame and a reproduction Edison bulb. What do you think?

Color Theory: In the Pink

CasaSugar — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:00:14 -0800

If you're not ready to go overly bold with pink, why not try a softer shade? There are other ways to add this color to your home without going over the top, too. To find out how, check out the slideshow.

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Color Theory: Fearless, Fabulous Pink

CasaSugar — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:00:24 -0800

Want to make a statement in your home? Then decorate with bright pink. Almost nearing the hot pink region, this shade is a great, bold way to really make a color impact in a room. Use it as an accent color, or show no fear and paint an entire room in this shade!

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