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Casa Shops: Adelante and Curb Service

CasaSugar — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 09:00:33 -0700

Whenever I visit friends in Austin, I try to drop by Adelante, a hip, laid-back women's clothing and lifestyle boutique. The shop, which has been in Austin since 1992, and called San Antonio home before that, is a family-owned boutique that offers everything from shoes, dresses, and jewelry to home accessories and vintage, refurbished furniture.

The owner, Tricia Roberts, has a great eye for fashionable, affordable finds, and I always find some must-have item when I stop by.

Now, Adelante has started Curb Service, a mobile shopping adventure that's fit into a retrofitted 1976 Airstream. Available for rent for private parties, showers, or other special events, this adorable trailer was once Tricia's husband's hunting getaway. To see how it's been transformed, read more.

The Airstream has certainly undergone a major transformation. It now features Palm Springs mod decor with fabric by Trina Turk, vintage accessories and furniture, and sea grass carpeting. For a private party, the Airstream is decked out in fashion, accessories, vintage cowboy boots, home accessories, and fashion finds, all for the partygoer's shopping pleasure.

Check out Adelante's blog for more information about the store. Next time you're in Austin, make sure to stop in and say hi!

See more photos of the Curb Service Airstream, the shop, and some of its great home finds in the gallery.

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Etsy Finds: Hit the Road, Jack

CasaSugar — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 12:00:24 -0700

The Airstream has been around since the early '30s, when Wally Byam began building trailers in his backyard. Since that time, various models have come and gone, but the classic shape has influenced countless artists, crafters, and wanderlust-struck citizens in general. I'm a huge fan of the classic Airstream shape, so I thought I'd see what I could find from artists and crafters who were also inspired by the Airstream.

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Steal of the Day: Original Airstream Artwork

CasaSugar — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 08:30:56 -0700

Do you think that $49,066 is better spent on say, your mortgage, than a Design Within Reach Airstream? But do you still covet the fluid lines of the classic touring trailer? Then scratch your Airstream itch with today's Steal of the Day.

I love the space-agey gold background in this original painting, and the simple, pretty rendering of the Airstream, which was painted by Austin, Texas, artist Stephanie Nance. There are several original Airstream paintings for sale on Stephanie's Etsy store, and more on her website, all starting as low as $45. So head over there and grab one before they sell out!

Crave Worthy: Design Within Reach Airstream Trailer

CasaSugar — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 07:34:05 -0700

Although I don't suspect most of you are hunting for an Airstream trailer, I had to share this Design Within Reach model ($49,066) because there's no other way to describe it than Crave Worthy.

In 2000, architect-designer Chris Deam gutted a vintage trailer to create a booth for the International Contemporary Furniture Fair, and DWR contacted Deam about creating a special edition trailer for their customers. The result is a 100% outfitted vehicle, with a light and airy interior made of the most durable materials. DWR equipped the galley with top-notch amenities like an Elkay faucet, recessed halogen lights, eco-friendly flooring, glossy overhead lockers, custom aluminum window treatments, and a Sony sound system. It is also dressed with modern DWR décor accents like a Nelson ball clock ($300), Heller dinnerware ($60), a Tom Dixon Wire Coatrack ($300), and Tripolina chairs ($400).

Even the most steadfast indoorswoman can appreciate the beauty of this updated icon. It could be a perfect hideaway from a busy life, stationary or on the road—if you can afford it.

Website of the Day: Tweeting Too Hard

GeekSugar — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:10:57 -0800

You know those annoying tweets from someone you randomly follow describing how awesome his life is? Even worse, how awesome he is? You don't have to sit back and idly peep their self-obsessed tweets any longer. Don't unfollow; just submit the worst offenders to Tweeting Too Hard. TTH gives you a chance to laugh at others' self-importance all in one sweet little tweet-centric blog. Want to submit an annoying tweet you saw about "gassing up daddy's Airstream"? Go right on ahead. We'll all thank you later.

Have an interesting website you want to share? To learn how to post your favorite websites to our Website of the Day group, read more.

First of all, join the Website of the Day group.
Click "New Post" under the website of the day tab at the top of the page.
Give your story a "Title."
Fill in the "Body" with a link to your favorite website and the reasons why you love it.
Type "Technology and Gadgets" in the Categories box
Add keyword(s) in the tag field with relevant tags (for example mine for this story was "Website of the Day").
Choose whether you want the post to be private or public.
Click "Create Post" to submit content.

Birthday Boy Matthew & Camila Add a Baby Bunny to Their Crew

PopSugar — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:00:00 -0800

Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves spent Monday afternoon handling separate business in LA. Camila was showing off her growing baby bump during her trip to a pet store, where she picked up dog food for BJ and even brought a small bunny home for Levi. It shouldn't be too long until they're bringing home another special addition to the family, as she and Matthew are expecting their second child at the end of the year. Matthew, meanwhile, was off inspecting a new Airstream that could be perfect birthday present for the actor who turns 40 today.

To see more of Matt and Camila, just read more.

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Mario Lopez Hosts 2010 Westminster: In the LINK of an Eye!

PetSugar — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:00:16 -0700

Plus Mario needs our help choosing a dog to adopt! - Extra
Dogs4Diabetes help monitor human blood-sugar levels - Paw Nation
Hell hath no fury like a female cat scorned - TrèsSugar
Sharkey gets sparkly - The Daily Wag
Goat love part deux - Tulip finds a lovah - Dolittler
Airstream's PanAmerica is super pet-friendly - People Pets
Creatively carved cat-'o-lanterns - moderncat
Sammy is a painting sensation -Dogster

Matthew Hits the Gym but Keeps His Guns Under Wraps

PopSugar — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:00:02 -0700

Matthew McConaughey exited the gym in Malibu yesterday sporting his trademark j.k. livin bandanna accompanied by a playful smile. Matthew's mini me Levi has been stealing the spotlight recently from his outings with very pregnant mom Camila to shirtless playtime with his nanny, but MM's break from the big screen will be over soon. One of Matthew's sexiest parts ever was in A Time to Kill and for one of his upcoming projects he'll be returning to his attorney-role roots and trading in his Airstream for a black car in The Lincoln Lawyer.

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The McConaughey Weekend of Fair, Bikini and Beach Time

PopSugar — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 09:00:35 -0700

Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves spent their weekend locally, enjoying their time on the beach and in Malibu. On Sunday, they brought Levi to a fair after MM went for a solo jog. They hit the sand together yesterday, with Camila once again showing off her baby bump in a bikini. Levi toddled alongside his parents and played around in the waves wearing cute board shorts from his impressive selection of beachwear. Every weekend looks like vacation for the McConaughey clan, so they didn't need to climb into the Airstream and hit the road to celebrate the holiday.

To see more MM, Levi and Camila just read more.

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Matthew and Camila Help Kick Off Earth Day at a Lumber Yard

Molly — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 13:30:38 -0700

Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves kicked off their Earth Day festivities last night with a party at the Malibu Lumber Yard grand opening. With the constant trips to the beach and traveling around in their Airstream it seems like MM and Camila are teaching Levi to love the earth already so it's no mystery why Matthew earned a place on our 15 Favorite Eco-Loving Celebrities list this year. Joining the couple out last night were other green stars in neutral colored clothing like Mena Suvari, Vanessa Minnillo and Angie Harmon.

To see more from the party including Eliza Dushku, Garcelle Beauvais, Jeremy Piven and others just read more.

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Images include: Angie Harmon, Brooke Burns, Camila Alves, Chelsea Handler, Eliza Dushku, Garcelle Beauvais, Jeremy Piven, Jewel, Lacey Chabert, Lori Loughlin, Matthew McConaughey, Mena Suvari, Minnie Driver, Mossimo Giannulli, Natasha Bedingfield, Samaire Armstrong, Vanessa Minnillo

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