What to Do When Wet Happens


Updated 09/08/08 12:00 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 8 comments

What to Do When Wet Happens

My son is messy by nature. If there's a puddle, he's down to jump. A pile of dirt? His hands are in it. But since the lil bugger also spends a good deal of time playing in the sink, the grime is the least of my worries. It's his soiled clothes that have my number. He's free to roam as we keep an extra change of clothes or two in the trunk of our car. But once he's dry, there's always that Read more

Things You Should Never Do With Your Yoga Mat


Updated 05/03/12 12:00 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Clean and Care For Yoga Mat

No matter how much moola you dropped on your yoga mat, you want it to last and offer you a smooth and injury-free yoga practice. There's not a whole lot that goes into caring for your mat, but here are three things you should never do. Lather up: New mats often come with a rubbery or plastic-y odor, so of course your first instinct is to give it a thorough cleaning. Using too much soap can Read more

21 Disposable Products You Can Reuse


Updated 03/30/12 1:45 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Can I Reuse Disposable Things?

Even when the product is supposedly "disposable," you can always reuse it. Wise Bread shares awesome ways to reuse these 21 disposable products. It’s said that we live in a disposable society. But the word "disposable" is a misnomer. Disposable is considered throwaway, something you use once and dump, regardless of the life that may be left in it. As a frugal shopper with a concern for the Read more

Increase the Life of Your Running Shoes to Save Dough


Updated 11/10/11 1:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Increase the Life of Your Running Shoes

High-quality sneakers definitely aren't cheap! Costing upwards of $150, new running shoes can put quite a dent in your wallet. It's recommended that you replace sneakers every 300 to 500 miles, which works out to every five to eight months if you're running 15 miles a week. If your weekly mileage is more, you need to replace them even sooner (cue the cash register sound). You definitely don't Read more

Beyoncé Makes a Bright Statement Despite Rainy Conditions


Updated 10/20/11 6:16 PM · Posted by · 6 comments

Pregnant Beyonce Knowles in Rainy NYC Pictures

Beyoncé Knowles was dropped off for an appointment in NYC today and got a helpful hand as she stepped out onto the wet NYC pavement. She paired a bright blue bag with electric-colored heels, though kept her latest maternity look all black. Beyoncé will soon launch her own maternity line, and likely will test her "edgy and sexy" new styles in the coming months. Her signature style hasn't changed Read more

OnSugar Blog: What's in Your Diaper Bag?


Updated 10/12/11 3:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Diaper Bag Necessities

Lots of moms like to think out loud, and CherylDee is one of them. Here is one of the latest posts to her Lipsticks to Baby Bottles blog. Prior to having Kiara, I always wondered why parents were lugging around this huge bag on top of having to push a stroller with a baby. I thought, "Seriously? Aren't you carrying just a little too much?" Boy was I wrong! Now that I have a child, I can totally Read more

9 Tips to Make Your Computer Last and Run Fast


Updated 06/03/11 11:11 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

9 Tips to Make Your Computer Last and Run Fast

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! Cute bathing suit vs. medical co-pay. Yummy organic blueberries vs. credit card late fees. Beachside mojitos vs. laptop repair. When it comes to certain expenses, it’s clear which we’d prefer. So, as a public service to help you fund all of your summer cocktails, we recommend taking a look at your Old Faithful–your Read more

Poolside Attire: Swimwear and Coverups Under $50


Updated 06/03/11 11:15 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Summer Style on a Budget

OnSugar blogger Beauty and the Budget shows us that looking chic poolside needn't cost a fortune. Her Summer-ready swim and coverup choices are so excellent, we had to share. As the Memorial Day festivities have drawn to a close, you're probably all hyped up about the forthcoming summer! But until you take your big summer vacay, you might be spending most of your weekends lounging poolside. When Read more

A Whole Lotta Lil in This Week's Links


Updated 05/28/11 3:30 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Lil Week in Review 2011-05-28 03:25:31

Baby food (and fatherhood) advice directly from Top Chef's Tom Colicchio. Before updating your Facebook status, check out these hysterical posts from unassuming moms! Kelly Ripa sounds off to us about kids and technology (and shares her favorite apps!). New diaper bags just in time for Summer. Get wet and wild this Summer with hot new water toys for tots. Victoria Beckham shares her tip for Read more