8 Modern Gates That Make a Major First Impression


Updated 10/11/11 6:24 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Modern Metal Gate Pictures

Metal gates can often give off generic, old-world, and antique-y vibes, especially if they showcase the usual suspects: curlicues, fleurs-de-lis, and small pointed arrows. If your home decor isn't reminiscent of the baroque period, greet guests into this century with outdoor gates that match your more modern decor palette. Metal gates don't have to be relegated to simple straight lines built for Read more

Safety Gates For Design-Conscience Parents


Updated 11/21/10 4:55 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 3 comments

Modern Nursery Design 2009-09-06 05:00:00

Stairs are enticing for lil ones who aren't supposed to play on them. Though several LilSugar readers told us they didn't do much in the way of babyproofing their homes, safety gates are a staple for many families with steep staircases. Consumer Reports recommends using the baby gates until a child is two-years-old. Clunky plastic varieties may dominate the market, but there are also modern Read more

Do You Have A Pet Gate?


Updated 11/17/08 7:46 AM · Posted by PetSugar · 21 comments

Do You Have A Pet Gate?

For pups that aren't crate trained, working moms and dads, or even nosy kitties that like to scratch (or do worse) on your furniture, pet gates like this one can be a blessing. After all, they keep both your furry friends and your home safe when your watchful eye's looking elsewhere. While Samson has one in his kitchen, North and I do not – how about you? Do You Have A Pet Gate? Read more

Love at the Golden Gate Bridge


Updated 05/25/12 1:41 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Golden Gate Bridge Love

If you left your heart in San Francisco, it might have had something to do with the Golden Gate Bridge. The iconic span celebrates its 75th anniversary this weekend. Over the years, people from across the world have visited the bridge often sapping shots to capture the magic mix of man-made and natural beauty. With its grainy and glowing filters, Instagram can make anyone feel nostalgic. Pair Read more

What's Yummy This Week


Updated 05/26/12 4:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

White House Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Recipe

Dig into Sasha and Malia's favorite mac and cheese. 8 unexpected foodie cities across the United States. From Drumsticks to It's-Its, nostalgic frozen treats you can make at home. Iconic San Francisco dishes to ring in the Golden Gate Bridge's 75th anniversary. Picnic without guilt, thanks to these compostable dinnerware items. Make perfectly grilled vegetables every single time. Read more

7 5-Star San Francisco Dishes to Ring in the Golden Gate's 75th Anniversary


Updated 05/23/12 3:56 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Iconic San Francisco Foods

Along with the picnicking and the grilling that goes along with most Memorial Day weekends, this coming weekend, residents of San Francisco will be celebrating something else: the 75th anniversary of the Golden Gate Bridge. Whether or not you're near the City by the Bay this long weekend, pay homage to the world's most photographed bridge in the world. Celebrate the iconic dishes of the food Read more

A Whole Lotta Lil in This Week's Links


Updated 05/19/12 4:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Baby and Parenting News Week of May 13

Planning to see What to Expect When You're Expecting this weekend? Check out how realistic it is first! Are you as addicted to Pinterest as we are? Here are 10 pinners you should be following. The latest trend in maternity dressing these days? Adding a belt just below the bustline! Don't head to the beach for Memorial Day weekend without checking out the safest sunscreens for your tots. Gwen Read more

7 Things You Didn't Know About Bill Gates


Updated 06/13/11 2:37 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Bill Gates Facts Learned From the Daily Mail Interview

We already know a bit about the life and times of Bill Gates, but during a recent interview with the UK's Daily Mail, we get an even closer look at the billionaire Microsoft mogul. Bill Gates still resides at the top of Forbes's richest list but here are a few facts you may not have known: He's an honorary knight — The Queen of England gave Bill Gates an honorary knighthood back in 2005. He Read more

7 Truisms From What to Expect When You're Expecting


Updated 05/18/12 3:00 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

What to Expect When You're Expecting Review

When What to Expect When You're Expecting hits theaters this weekend, moms and those on their way to motherhood will find themselves nodding in agreement with Cameron Diaz, Jennifer Lopez, Elizabeth Banks, Anna Kendrick, and Brooklyn Decker, who play five women entering the sisterhood of parenthood in five very different ways. But while the women may be the stars of the flick, much as we are of Read more

Be Wary of Chemicals: The Safest Sunscreens on the Market


Updated 05/18/12 6:38 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Safest Sunscreens Recommended by Environmental Working Group

It's hard enough to remember to put on sunscreen when you leave the house, but now you also need to make sure your sunscreen is safe to use. The Environmental Working Group has just released its 2012 Sunscreen Guide, and in order to make the list, a sunscreen must be free of oxybenzone and retinyl palmitate, not have an SPF above 50, and must be broad spectrum (protects against both UVA and UVB Read more