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    Sitting Pretty: Chic And Comfortable Tufted Furniture

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    Anna Yu on Sep 17, 2009 10:08 AM PDT
    Unlike many of my friends, I actually like firm furniture and beds. If I sleep on a soft and mushy bed, I wake up with a sore back. Guess I could blame it on my semester abroad in Taiwan where I slept on a bamboo mat for four months. Hard as a rock beds and wooden furniture are now my priorities when shopping for my home. That's when I discovered the beauty of tufted furniture! I know tufted pieces can seem really old fashioned and taken right out of Versailles, but I can imagine just getting one or two and having it look super chic with my minimalist (read: IKEA) furniture. Best of all, it's a nice balance between firm and soft. I really like the convertible couch found over at PB Teen which doubles as a sofa and a full size bed, and this velvet ottoman from Brocade Home which does triple duty as an ottoman, coffee table, and extra seating. I can imagine Goldilocks finding tufted furniture "just right." Take a look at my slideshow for more!

    Go Wild With Animal Prints For Your Home!

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    Anna Yu on Sep 8, 2009 4:19 PM PDT
    For my fall wardrobe, I've been looking to include animal prints whether it's a luxurious leopard print jacket or zebra print flats. However, these sultry prints can't stay confined to your closet! Your home can always use some animal prints. Thankfully, you don't need to go to a safari or harm any poor creatures to put some animal prints in your home. From your living room to the bathroom, you can easily add a touch of the wild side to every room. Take a look at these animal print chenille toss pillows. They're super soft, less than $20, and sure to liven up a plain sofa. Serve up a meal on zebra printed plates which are bound to make your regular meat and potatoes meal seem a bit more exciting than usual. Like a lot of other decadent things in life, animal prints should always be used in moderation. If not, then you run the risk of looking like Austin Powers decorated your pad. Take a peek at my slideshow to see how you can bring the animal kingdom into your home!

    Create An Outdoor Oasis With A Hammock Or Swing!

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    Anna Yu on Aug 6, 2009 10:19 AM PDT
    Summer is the perfect time to go on an exotic vacation, lie on the beach and sip fruity cocktails. Though typical me forgot to request vacation time off and plane tickets (and baggage fees!) are still kind of ridiculous, I've decided to stay home instead. Who knew that my front porch, backyard or even my living room could transform into a vacation worthy spot? All it took was a swinging hammock or other hanging chair. I love the Palmetto All-Weather Wicker Hanging Egg Chair from Pottery Barn that I can totally use as an outdoor reading nook. Kids (and grownups) will go wild over the Giddyup! Tire Swing made of recycled tire swings. Hang it on a sturdy tree branch and your backyard will soon become the go to destination for outdoor parties! Take a peek at my slideshow for more hammocks and swings!
    Tags : chair , decor , furniture , hammock

    Modern, Non-Stuffy Wing Chairs For Stylish Lounging

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    Anna Yu on Apr 21, 2009 4:20 PM PDT
    For some reason, wingback chairs have gotten an unfortunate reputation for being in the homes of the old and stuffy. Your grandfather may have had an imposing tufted leather wingback chair you wouldn't dare touch. But the old and stuffy were definitely onto something with these chairs. They're designed to be super comfortable and offer some great support in case you ever dose off. The winged nature of the chair gives a place for your head to rest when you start tilting to the side. Now you know why your grandfather loved that chair so much! These days, you don't have to look stodgy when sitting in a wing chair. In fact, many styles these days mesh well with your modern decor. Some like the Painted Dot iChair with built-in speakers from PB Teen are downright playful! Another one of my favorites is the Lambert recliner for maximum comfort when reading or taking a quick nap. For more modern takes on a traditional wing style, check out my slideshow!

    Hot In The Hive: Heller Furniture

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    kate napleton on Jan 26, 2009 11:24 AM PST
    Heller Furniture is now available online at 2modern! In case you're unfamiliar, Heller Furniture is responsible for some of the most iconic furniture of the 20th century. Their credo is simple - good design, industrial production, and reasonable prices. One of the most classic and interesting pieces is their Bocca Sofa, a couch sure to make you and guests in your home feel like you just stumbled onto a '90s movie set. Other highlights include the MB Living Set which unites sleek, industrial design with practical comfort. And who wouldn't fall in love with a sofa in the shape of a pout? It's one kiss we'll totally beg for come Valentine's Day. Check out the whole Heller line online!


    Price: $800 to $2,400
    Who Found It: AuntBee was the first to add Heller Furniture to the Hive.

    Home How To: Decorating Without A Bail-Out Package!

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    Anna Yu on Jan 20, 2009 3:24 PM PST
    Many of us have resolved to spend less in 2009 and I like to think that all the post-holiday sales are working in our favor. Whether it's scoring that perfect wool coat for 75% off at your favorite department store or marching from sample sale to sample sale to find brag-worthy items to show your friends, being smart with your money is very "in." Many times though, we forget about shopping for our home for whatever reason, but it doesn't mean it's no less important. Besides, wouldn't you want a home just as stylish as the contents of your closet? While this "recessionista" trend is in, there's no need to exclusively shop from the ever ubiquitous Swedish home furnishing store (you know the one I'm talking about). You can still get high quality goods at a huge discount if you know where to look! Get 4 martini or white wine glasses for less than $15 at Macy's or upgrade that bare bulb in your living room with a chic chandelier inspired by nature. To see more home bargains you'll be proud to show off, click the slideshow.
    Tags : velvet , sale , rug , pottery barn , chair
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