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Hot In The Hive: Witches' Kitchen Casserole Cauldron

Alex Gambardella on Oct 22, 2009 6:22 AM PDT

Double, double, toil and trouble! Concoct the perfect witches' brew (or a totally harmless casserole that's just frighteningly festive) this Halloween season with the Witches' Kitchen Casserole Bowl from Unica. The black ceramic bowl can also be used as a regular serving bowl (snacks, candy, spooky side dishes -- you name it!) and is part of a sustainable line of limited-edition goods produced from eco-friendly materials. Sure, it's a little costly, but it's not so garishly Halloween-ish that you'd be forced to hide it in the cupboard until next year. It's universally sleek and stylish for kitchenware, but with the right seasonal decor and the perfect pointed hat, it's potion-ready!

Price: $360
Who Found It: xgalexy was the first to add the Witches' Kitchen Casserole Bowl to the Hive.

Tags : witchery , unica home , unica , kitchenwares

Add Some Charm To Your Fall Kitchen With A Teapot!

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!

Tags : world market , williams sonoma , unica home , teakettle

Hot In The Hive: Bin Bin Wastebasket

Anna Yu on Sep 18, 2009 6:23 AM PDT

They say beauty comes from within, so that's why we try to eat fruits and vegetables, drink lots of water, and get a good night's sleep every night. So it's no wonder why our hair is naturally shiny, skin is glowing and eyes bright... right? Ok, maybe we could eat better to look better but that can wait after the frenzy of Fashion Week is over. In the meantime, I've decided to take a tiny break from all the fuss about the runway and thinking about my home instead. The Bin Bin Wastebasket is a perfect example of the inside contents looking like the outside! Like the crumpled rough drafts of your next Great American Novel or those pesky credit card bills, this wastebasket looks like a giant piece of crumpled paper. Put this in your office and everyone will know where to throw away the junk mail (instead of leaving it on your desk) or it could be a stylish umbrella catcher on a rainy day. The possibilities are endless with this unique design!

Price: $54
Who Found It: facadeindreams was first to add the Bin Bin Wastebasket to the Hive.

Tags : wastebasket , unica home , unica , office

Recession Chic: Add Unique Art To Your Home On A Shoestring ...

Anna Yu on Apr 6, 2009 12:20 PM PDT

I love flipping through home decor magazines and blogs to find my own home decorating inspirations. I recently went though all the tear outs I've saved and found that most of the pages I really liked featured rooms with lots of art. Whether it's hanging on the walls or standing on floors and tables, a room with some nice art definitely sends a cultured vibe. But anyone who's walked into a gallery knows that art isn't cheap, right? Nope! There's no need to spend your life savings on decorating your home with art. These days you can find meaningful and unique art at practically bargain basement prices. Show off your bring with some clear glass diamond shaped sculpture you can use as a paperweight or conversation piece. Short on space? A graceful bust can do double duty as a necklace holder as well. Check out my slideshow for more art you won't have to rob a museum to get!

Tags : unica home , sculpture , home , gaiam

Fab Finds: Stylehive's Top 5 Home Decor Steals of the Week!

Lisanne Silverman on Aug 26, 2008 12:14 PM PDT

Ever find a pair of jeans so comfy, you could sleep in them? If you have, I'm jealous. If you haven't, you'll definitely want to scope out the latest Levi's to hit the Hive- but you'll have to check out the slideshow to see what we mean. Don't like the idea of an ordinary entryway? Check out Chiasso's pick that has no shortage of attitude- who are you calling a doormat? And be sure to catch Alessi's modern yet playful plates-- dinner's never looked so good. Click on the slideshow to see the savings for yourself! Deals like these won't last long.

Tags : urban outfitters , unica home , nordstrom , living