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And the Winner Is . . .

CasaSugar — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:30:45 -0700

. . . Beccster44!

Congratulations to Beccster44, who won this this gorgeous organic lily bouquet ($60 value, plus free shipping). I'm sure you're going to love your bouquet! Source

Win a Bouquet of Organic Lilies!

CasaSugar — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:02:38 -0700

Organic Style, my favorite online destination for eco-friendly flower bouquets, just alerted me that its source for pink oriental lilies is now certified organic. Since Organic Style is so excited about the certification, it bought up the entire crop of pink oriental lilies from the California farm, and it's offering a bouquet of these gorgeous organic lilies to one lucky reader.

If you're interested in winning this gorgeous lily bouquet ($60 value, plus free shipping), just take my quiz! To enter, you must log in and take the quiz below. Your eligibility is not based on getting the answers correct, just by completing the quiz once you are logged in. You do, however, need to be a TeamSugar member and log in before you take the quiz. If you're not already a member, just register here for an account. One quiz entry per person; all repeat quizzes will be ignored. Contest ends Friday, Sept. 5, at noon PDT and is only open to US readers. Click here for Official Rules.

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Steal of the Day: Early Bird Candle

CasaSugar — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 14:00:28 -0700

Need some aromatherapy? Try this Early Bird Candle (on sale for $13.77, originally $22.95). Made with essential oils and beeswax instead of synthetic scents, it comes in a delightful Lemon Geranium fragrance. When your candle's been burnt down to within an inch of its waxy existence, you can reuse the 7.5 oz glass for baubles or trinkets.

Other eco chic features of this pretty candle include its use of postconsumer recycled paper for the label, organic farming of the materials used in the candle, and the fact that a portion of the sale proceeds are donated to charity. Even without that incentive, I've got to say that this is a lovely little home accent; I can imagine lighting it in my bedroom to relax after a long day at work.

Nice and New: Organic Style Magazine Now Online

CasaSugar — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 05:04:46 -0800

Organic Style recently launched an online magazine, chock full of great tips and articles on living green. Articles in the premier issue include a look at the organic cotton industry specific to luxury home goods, a profile of the original family who started Organic Style Magazine when it was first a print publication, and tons of other great tips and ideas for anyone who’s looking to live a greener lifestyle. The magazine gives the online store a chance to share all the amazing stories behind its products while building a greater understanding of what it means to be “green.” You can read and download the online magazine here.

Sale Alert: 25% Off at Organic Style

CasaSugar — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 09:00:23 -0800

Our friends at Organic Style (who brought you the wreath giveaway) are offering a last-minute sale to all of those last-minute shoppers out there.
Choose from their great selection of housewares, garden gear, and other great finds. Follow this link for the discount, or enter the code CASA25 at the checkout. For some of my favorites, check out the widget below.

Win an Organic Style Garland and Wreath!

CasaSugar — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 20:10:33 -0800

To kick off December, our month dedicated to Home Entertainment, we've teamed up with Organic Style to bring you some hall-decking greenery. One lucky winner will win a fragrant evergreen wreath ($54.95) and a beautiful bay leaf garland ($64.95) from Organic Style!

What better way to usher in holiday guests than with a decorative wreath on your door? This wreath is comprised of Douglas fir, Oregon boxwood (a cool-season evergreen shrub), delicate wisps of bear grass, and pine cones. Made fresh to order and shipped direct from the farm, this lush wreath averages 18 inches in diameter.

This prize package also includes a fresh and fragrant 6-foot bay leaf garland, which adds an elegant holiday touch to your home during the festive holiday season. To enter to win this prize package worth $119.90, just leave a comment in the comment section below by 5 p.m. PST on Friday, Dec. 7. (Unfortunately, the giveaway is available only to readers in Canada and the United States. Read the complete rules here.) Happy holidays and good luck!

Fab Read: Shop Your Closet – The Ultimate Guide to Organizing Your Closet With Style

FabSugar — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 09:00:22 -0700

Shop Your Closet: The Ultimate Guide to Organizing Your Closet With Style by Melanie Charlton Fascitelli ($14) is cooler than most humans I know; it had a party thrown in honor of its birth! The author, a closet expert, teaches you how to make a safe haven for your clothes so that you can, yes, go shopping in your own closet.

Expect to learn the following: how to clean out your closet, shop for items that flatter your body, make the best wardrobe for your lifestyle, rework your closet space, and store shoes and clothes so that they last longer. You'll also get schooled on how to consign your old stuff, keep your closet neat, and pack smartly. But wait, there's more. Who would have thought one could pack so much useful knowledge in 176 pages?!

Mommy Dearest: Should I Trust the Other Parents?

babysugar — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:30:58 -0800

Mommy Dearest,

I am entering new territory and could use some advice. My preschool son is starting to make new friends of his own from his classroom. A few of his little buddies have asked him to come over for a playdate, which is exciting and scary at the same time. Thrilled that he is advancing socially, I am nervous to let him go over to a friend's house where I don't know the parents at all. I could care less about snacks or sugary drinks but I wonder what the mom's disciplinary style may be or how she deals with her children. Heaven forbid she's a closet drinker like that woman who drove drunk and killed all of those innocent children. I don't want to be a helicopter parent but I don't want to regret anything, either.

- Scared to Be Helicopter Mom

To see the response from Mommy Dearest, just read more.

Scared to Be Helicopter Mom,

Your concerns are natural and admirable - you are looking out for your child's best interest. An easy way to solve your problem is to have an initial mommy and child playdate where the boys can play together, and you can get to know the other mother. During that time, you can chat and try to figure out where she stands on some issues. If she talks a big game of drinking or partying, it may be an indicator that you need a few more dual-parent supervised dates or that you need to host the playdates. Another idea is to organize a social event for a group of the moms so you can get to know them outside of your children. It will help you feel better about leaving them in their care and vice versa. More than anything, you should trust your intuition. It's always better to be safe than sorry.

- Mommy Dearest

Submit a question for this feature at the Mommy Dearest Group on our new community page.

A Rustic Wedding on the Russian River

YumSugar — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 05:50:26 -0700

After helping my friend create 60 pom-poms, I was delighted to see the napkin rings make their debut on her big day. The unique wedding was held at Patianna Organic Vineyard with the highlight being a fabulous picnic reception down by the river. The groom's brother, chef Taylor Quimby, orchestrated the entire menu including a variety of appetizers, a family-style dinner, and an extensive dessert bar. Between my pictures and the photographer, Tom, we captured a spectacular and incredibly scrumptious meal! Check out all of my favorites.

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10 Essential Items For Fall Living

CasaSugar — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:00:42 -0700

In our quest to declutter and cozy up our homes this Fall, sometimes it helps to invest in a few essential pieces. Check out my must haves for this Fall season.
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