Talked with Krystal’s Design 2009 Slipcover Design Winner

Today I talked with Krystal Close of Krystal’s Design who was our Winner of the 2009 Slipcover Design Contest. click here to listen as I talked with Krystal about her business, her favorite products and her reaction to winning the…

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Talked with Krystal’s Design 2009 Slipcover Design Winner

 What’s new in washing machines? Check out our latest report and ratings

There's a load of good news in our latest report on washing machines and dryers . The price of many washers has fallen over the past year, and you can save even more by taking advantage of the federal $300 million cash for clunkers for appliances rebate program .

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What’s new in washing machines? Check out our latest report and ratings

 Inside Consumer Reports Test Labs: Bissell CleanAlong Canister 48K2 is no mean machine

The Bissell CleanAlong Canister 48K2, $160. Bissell's slogan is “We mean clean,” and the manufacturer's OxyPro Carpet & Stain Remover and ProHeat 2X9200 carpet-cleaning machine did a pretty good job in our upcoming report on carpet cleaners, which will be on ConsumerReports.org and newsstands early next week.

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Inside Consumer Reports Test Labs: Bissell CleanAlong Canister 48K2 is no mean machine

 I Love to Create: Craft Corps Meets Craft SuperShow!

I’m back from the CHA Craft SuperShow in Anaheim, where got to spend loads of time spreading the Craft Corps gospel. With a website housing more than 300 profiles of crafters like you, and less than 5 months until my book celebrating both professional and hobbiest hand-makers alike hits shelves, I can’t tell you how excited I am to see the enthusiasm out there for the Craft Corps movement.

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I Love to Create: Craft Corps Meets Craft SuperShow!

 Hunger Challenge Week Day 3

In my house we like Asian flavors. Pad thai, swimming rama, coconut curry, and teriyaki are frequent visitors on my plate. In the spirit of Hunger Week, I’ll share my curry recipe that only costs $1.30 per serving, including brown rice.

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 See by Chloe Bags: Ring Around Shoulder and Grasshopper Bag

As far as the brand See by Chloe goes, I wouldn’t call myself a fan. I refer to their accessories line in which most portray nothing more than unflattering looks and designs. I spotted these two newbie’s to the See by Chloe collection, and I’m quite impressed at how much I don’t dislike these bags, they’re actually decent… The puddly “Ring Around Shoulder Bag” looks as functional as it appears fun

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See by Chloe Bags: Ring Around Shoulder and Grasshopper Bag

 Candy Gifts for Valentine’s Day

Go ahead and say how you feel…in the tastiest way possible. These Wild About You pops are crafted using rich milk chocolate with sweet, white chocolate lettering

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 King West Supports Haiti

King West Love Haiti Century Room Tuesday, February 2nd Please join us for a special evening in support of the people of Haiti. $20 minimum donation with 100% of proceeds going to UNICEF. Thank you everyone for your support! If you are unable to attend the event, please visit www.unicef.ca/KW4HAITI to make your contribution

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 Housing crisis and energy factor in President Obama’s State of the Union

Photo: Chuck Kennedy President Barack Obama covered a wide range of topics during his State of the Union address last night . The housing crisis and energy use and efficiency were two frequent Home & Garden blog topics the president touched upon.

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 13 Is Not Unlucky For Mary Kay Executive

The Santa Fe New Mexican : Melinda Balling, an executive senior sales director with Mary Kay Inc., a national cosmetics firm, recently took possession of her 13th pink Cadillac at Santa Fe Chevrolet Cadillac. The auto is in honor of her career achievements, which include generating sales of more than $1 million in retail sales last year.

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 Arbonne Consultant Donating Profits To Haiti Fund

ExpertClick : Like so many Americans, Carol Dunitz has felt deep sadness and concern for the people of Haiti. “We read in the news about an estimated body count at 150,000,” Dunitz says, “but the numbers don’t begin to tell the story. This tragedy is not about numbers.

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 Dream Bag: Balenciaga giant city bag

Balenciaga’s city bag series is becoming more and more popular among the rich and successful, and with new designs like this coming out, it’s easy to see why. The ultimate in neo-yuppie chic, these bags will get you organised even if you

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Dream Bag: Balenciaga giant city bag

 Gluten-free Nanaimo Bars with Cranberry Saffron Custard

A prize winning dessert named after the beautiful of Nanaimo city,the bars are famous Canadian delicacy.Assembled with a crunchy layer of graham crackers,cocoa and coconut,over a cushion of light custard ,and finally topped with a decadent layer of chocolate mmmm…one bite in to the luscious layers,you know this is a simply heavenly confection.

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 THN.com Blog: Loser point has run its course

It doesn’t end games quicker, it doesn’t help playoff races and it doesn’t alter the standings very much, so why does the NHL still have a loser point?

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 Oprah and Alicia Silverstone Talk Vegan

What do you get when two of our all-time favorite people— Oprah Winfrey and Alicia Silverstone —tackle the topic of America’s addiction to cheaply raised, unhealthy animal products? An episode of Oprah that’s both a chilling reality check and a charming hunger-inducer

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 Forget the Politics and Remember Us

Last night, President Obama stood before the nation and delivered his State of the Union address. We were delighted to see him deliver a clear message to Congress saying, “I will not walk away from these Americans and neither should the people in this chamber…Let’s get it done.” Despite those strong words, the reality is that we are in serious danger of losing a once-in-a-generation chance to achieve real health care reform. The situation couldn’t be more urgent, and we need your help to send a strong message to Congress: Do not give up on health care reform

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 test

3 hours, a cup of tea, 1 cup of coffee and a few verbal derailments later: I managed to print on the new printer. Test. Wow ! I am sort of proud… Hotlanta Linda: Any ideas what goes as song with the picture (the printer and the successful “test”)

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 Whose bag? Givenchy crocodile clutch

Whoever this week’s mystery celebrity is has clearly gone for a ’second skin’ look with her wardrobe, accessories and shoes here. Perhaps she’s not too comfortable in her own

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 Chypre perfume – oakmoss – labdanum fro Cistus Creticus part 2

Glossary by http://theperfumedcourt.com C Chypre – Chypre is an ancient perfume, originally combining fresh citrus notes with oakmoss and some animalic notes. The R omans used to produce a perfume in Cyprus, the Greek Island; Cyprus in French is Chypre. It contained storax, labdanum and calamus and smelled heavy and Oriental

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Chypre perfume – oakmoss – labdanum fro Cistus Creticus part 2

 Thomas Wilde suede skull clutch

Thomas Wilde is channelling Alexander McQueen just a little with this skull-adorned box clutch, but I think it’s seriously desirable in its own right. The plush suede is set off by huge, stylised silver skull plaque, while a weighty chain lets you carry it as a shoulder bag.

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Thomas Wilde suede skull clutch