05/14/2008

Ikea's spring looks combine color, maturity
There's no doubt that oodles of Ikea's Lack side tables and pattern-happy duvet sets decorate young people's apartments around the world. The contemporary furniture emporium is a favorite of twentysomethings and thirtysomethings for its stylish decor that can cost less than a pair of designer jeans.

Cool pool party accessories

Striped Garden Flares from QuelObjet.com

Summer nights sparkle and shine with new options for outdoor decor. Check out these ideas for lighting, decorating the pool, and even a grill.

Home design: What stylish decorators are searching for now
From status names and retro bamboo to tribal textiles and unstuffy chairs, here's the latest in home design retro trends.

Again & Again owner stocks shop with vintage finds

05/11/2008

Fake grass fools Fido - and people
Ritchie Alexander never dreamed he'd be a salesman. Or at least, we don't think so.

05/09/2008

Think quilting is a woman's hobby? These guys say to think again
When he was a child, Richard Larson's mother gave him a needle, thread and buttons to keep him busy. By the time he was in high school, he sewed so well he earned spending money by making prom dresses. Then he went to fashion school and designed women's eveningwear.

Philippe Starck takes on a medieval legend
Leave it to Philippe Starck to reinvent the Robin Hood tale. Instead of stealing the rich man's money, he's stolen the rich style of the high life – all to help your poor patio.

05/02/2008

Wall Marker makes hanging pictures easier
There's not much to hanging art on the walls: Just eyeball it, hammer in your nail, place the picture, realize it's all wrong, take it down, eyeball it again (this time about an inch to the right), hammer the nail, hang the picture, realize it's still a touch off, take it down, repeat as necessary.

05/08/2008

Brunch bites and product demos on tap for mothers-to-be

05/02/2008

For Fiesta tableware, diamond anniversary means marigold
To celebrate Fiesta tableware's success as well as the brand's 75th anniversary in 2011, the Homer Laughlin China Co. has unveiled three nesting mixing bowls in a special anniversary color: marigold.

Gifts mom will love for Mother's Day

04/18/2008

PLANT SALES: Find Texas-tough perennials and rare varieties

01/18/2008

New product: Dawn Simple Pleasures freshens the air while you do dishes
Dawn does its job well enough without needing to multitask, I thought, but I took Water Lily & Jasmine scent Simple Pleasures for a test.