Ugly Betty"

Before and After: Betty's Ugly Apartment

Oct 22, 2008 - I have a soft spot for makeovers, even ones on television sitcoms. Remember when I asked you if you'd ever been tricked about an apartment? Betty Suarez, one of my favorite characters on television today, certainly was. - 8 Comments

Have You Ever Been Fooled Into Renting a Bad Apartment?

Sep 26, 2008 - Last night, in the first episode of this season's Ugly Betty, Betty moves into an apartment of her own in Manhattan. Unfortunately, she gives in to the realtor's pressure and signs a lease for the apartment sight unseen. When the Realtor assures her that the other apartment is just as charming as the one Betty doesn't get, Betty innocently believes her. - 24 Comments

Inspired: Betty's Fresh Pink and Orange

Jan 22, 2009 - Say what you will about Ugly Betty's sartorial sense. She and fellow fierce dresser Sasha Obama both know that orange and pink look fabulous together. And not only does this style work on the feminine figure, it also looks smashing in the feminine home. - 4 Comments

Found It! Daniel Meade's Desk Lamp

Feb 28, 2008 - I'm a huge fan of Ugly Betty. I've been told that I even have an extra-loud belly laugh during the show. Besides admiring the great writing, acting, and physical comedy on the show, I've also been impressed with the thoughtful set design. - 3 Comments

Do You Have an Umbrella Stand?

Oct 23, 2008 - Here in the Bay Area, we've had Winters where it rained every day for nearly four months, so umbrella stands are a necessity. Do you have one in your home (or, like Betty Suarez, outside your front door)? Photos copyright 2008 ABC, Inc. - 9 Comments

This Just In: America Ferrera Scores a Frugal Fixer Upper

Apr 22, 2008 - If anyone knows how to take a sow's ear and turn it into a silk purse, it's got to be America Ferrera, star of one of my all-time-favorite TV shows, - 14 Comments