Ecomomics: Treasure Tree


Updated 12/17/08 9:34 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 1 comment

Ecomomics: Treasure Tree

The Christmas crunch doesn't mean you have to skimp on trimming the tree! Whether you cut down your Douglas Fir or buy a Silver Tip off the lot, you and your kids can get busy primping a meaningful tree without ever leaving the house to purchase ornaments. Scavenge the toy boxes, closets and dressers to unearth your family's treasures. From your son's favorite lil jet to your daughter's beloved Read more

This Mother's Day, Try These Eco-Friendly Floral Arranging Tips


Updated 05/14/12 10:19 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Mother's Day Eco Flower Pictures

When it comes to buying cut flowers, sometimes it's hard to remember that behind those beautiful blooms sometimes lurks something more sinister — namely thousands of miles of shipping and herbicides and pesticides. That's why Deborah Prinzing, the author of the new book The 50 Mile Bouquet, recommends that you buy local and sustainable flowers for those you love (like your Mom this Mother's Read more

Joyeux Noël


Updated 12/05/11 4:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Mini White and Black Christmas Tree

Here's a post from CasaSugar Community member stephaniepoli from the Su Casa group: The black and white tree in my office got a mini makeover this year. I decided to incorporate a little pink and gold. With all the alternative ornament colors I've been seeing I'm surprised that black is still so unpopular. I ended up spray painting the bulbs, then added marabou feather trim. I found the Read more

Think Fabricate's Tableware Tribute to Brooklyn


Updated 04/12/11 12:46 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Think Fabricate Brooklyn Transferware Plates

Since design studio Think Fabricate is based in Brooklyn, and all of its designs are created and manufactured in the borough, it makes sense that Think Fabricate should create at least a few pieces that pay homage to the borough. That's exactly what the company did when it created the Brooklyn Plates — the company's first foray into working with china. Originally produced as a limited edition Read more