March 23rd, 2009 by CoolThings
Who doesn’t love before and after photos? I can’t get enough of them and could look at them all day. These are from www.oedesignbuild.com and I thought I would share. I ran across this site as I was surfing the net and was impressed with the work that this company does. I’m no where near Toronto, but I can still appreciate a wonderful renovation when I see it. Enjoy!
March 16th, 2009 by CoolThings
We all know that I like to get a good deal on things that I find, but every once in a while I treat myself to something a little more pricey. This time the thing that I really wanted, and have been eyeing for a while, was a set of Gracious Goods canisters for my kitchen. I was looking something elegant and charming to keep my favorite cookies, candies and snacks fresh, and I found the perfect set (pictured right) on Horchow.com. I also found that Gracious Goods changed their name to the GG Collection. But thankfully, the change of name didn’t change their beautiful designing. The sliver/bronze color of these canisters blends well with the modern style of my house, but still holds that ornate, classic style that the GG Collection is famous for, and the look that I couldn’t wait to add to my home.
I love my new canisters!
February 24th, 2009 by CoolThings
Texas may not be England, but we still like our hot tea to be hot (or at least look cute). Every afternoon, as I slave away at my work desk, I enjoy a nice hot mug of Spiced Chai tea with a bit of honey and cream (because in my imagination I am an American who is Asian and British all at the same time).
As I am working hard to earn those corporate dollars, I sometimes get side tracked and my lovely tea gets cold. Luckily for me, as I was working (not at all surfing the net), I happened upon these adorable little tea cup cozies. Cute as a button, and oh, so effective. Who would have thought that a little piece of knitted yarn would keep my tasty tea toasty as I tend to important business? Certainly not I!
KnitStorm, located on Etsy.com, makes these wonderful items that fit snugly over an average mug. A mere $14 is a bargain if it means your tea stays warm and looks fabulous in the process.
January 30th, 2009 by CoolThings
… Having a kitchen like this.
December 12th, 2008 by CoolThings
Patience is a virtue. I’ve been looking for a good set of mixing bowls, but I wanted something fun so I could also use them as serving bowls for chips and popcorn and such. I’ve come close to buying ones that are cute, but not perfect, and I’m glad I didn’t. I found this set of bowls at urbanoutfitter.com and I know that my search is over. Not only are they fun and bright, but they are also made of recycled plastic which makes me feel better about purchasing them. This set of four comes in four different sizes and colors, and makes me smile when I see them.
Yes, I think I have found the set I have been looking for, and it only costs $28! Patience truly does pay off.
