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    Small Space Storage Solutions For The Closet-less Fashionista

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    Anna Yu on Oct 26, 2009 8:23 AM PDT
    Lately I've been looking at apartments with some friends who are looking to move to a new place. While many have spacious kitchens, lots of windows, and large bedrooms, I've found that some have tiny closets or no closet at all! I'm certainly not a fan of using the hallway closet to hold all of my clothes along with the vacuum cleaner, but there are definitely options that can keep your clothes safely in your room. If you have a small closet, keep all your dresses, shirts, and pants inside the closet. Then make the most of your free wall space by adding something like the Fleur-De-Lys Hook Rack to hang your jackets and coats. For larger storage solutions for the closet-less, go for an armoire like this bamboo wardrobe (cute dog not included). An armoire may seem like a fortune to spend, but if you get a quality piece you love, you'll keep it forever. Lastly, for the minimalist (in style and budget), a simple rolling rack may do just fine for less than $20. Take a peek at my slideshow to see it all!
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    Add Some Charm To Your Fall Kitchen With A Teapot!

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    Anna Yu on Oct 12, 2009 2:20 PM PDT
    Instead of waking up to the smell of freshly brewed coffee in the morning, I like to pour myself a cup of hot tea and enjoy some buttered toast. Maybe I was British in a past life or maybe it's the fact that coffee has the opposite effect on me, but I do love tea. However, even the best tea leaves need to be brought to their full potential with piping hot water. That's why a whistling teakettle full of boiling water poured into a teapot with tea leaves--never tea bags--can be almost as relaxing as a day at a spa. If you still have an old one your mom passed onto you that's full of nicks and dents, it's high time for an upgrade. One of my favorite and affordable options is this classic stainless steel teakettle from World Market, a steal at less than $20. If you're looking to splurge, this teakettle designed by Frank Gehry for Alessi is a design snob's dream. I even found some electric kettles so you don't have to watch over the stove. And of course, these tea kettles can also be used to heat up water for your instant noodle cups. Check out my slideshow for more teakettles that will have you whistling while you work too!
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    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!
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    Bamboo Home Accessories That Are Stylish And Eco-Chic!

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    Anna Yu on Jul 14, 2009 4:25 PM PDT
    With all the talk these days about buying eco-friendly products made of materials such as bamboo, I decided to do some research. Turns out that bamboo reaches maturity in 3-5 years compared to 25-70 years for other trees. Bamboo is also renewable which means it will grow back after harvesting. So it's not just marketing hype after all! Bamboo products are everywhere and it's easy to decorate your hom,e from your living room to the kitchen, with bamboo! For the bathroom, I'm loving the bamboo bath accessories from Crate and Barrel. Did you know that bamboo fibers can also be woven into a gorgeous area rug? Remember, shopping for eco-friendly products means that you're doing your part in helping the environment. For more proof that being eco-friendly no longer means bland and boring, take a look at my slideshow for the latest bamboo products in home decor!
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    10 Cool Coffee Tables For Your Living Room

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    Anna Yu on Jul 9, 2009 10:17 AM PDT
    Under all the newspapers, magazines, books and junk mail, I know there's a coffee table somewhere. But with all the water rings and chips, maybe it's better off hidden under paper, or maybe I should start looking for a replacement I'd be proud to show off! Coffee tables come in all shapes and sizes depending on the size of the room and needs of the user. They can offer lots of storage or just act as a surface for your drinks and a place to prop up your feet! They also come at various price points from less than $200 to $12,000 (we can always dream, can't we?). With all the summer entertaining going on, now's the perfect time to upgrade from that poorly self-assembled Ikea find or worse, milk crates. Just remember to use a coaster to maintain the longevity of your coffee table. Take a look at my slideshow for coffee tables straight from the Hive!
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    10 Outdoor Entertaining Tools You Need For The 4th Of July ...

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    Anna Yu on Jun 30, 2009 8:21 AM PDT
    The 4th of July is rapidly approaching and I've been busy figuring out how I'm going to go to all the barbecue parties and picnics I said I'd go to! (I mean, how could I say no to juicy burgers, grilled veggies and cold drinks with all my friends and family?) Anyway, I know I have plenty of capable people who can work the grill as well as Bobby Flay so I can definitely count on a delicious meal. They've got the grill and the charcoal ready, but the last time I went to an outdoor grilling party, I noticed that all their tools have seen better days. I'm looking to replace their ratty and singed oven mitts with a suede bbq grilling mitt instead. There are some things that they didn't know they need too like the magic seasoning sheets that lay on the perfect flavor. For more outdoor entertaining tools that will make your 4th of July (and beyond!) tastier, check out my slideshow!
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