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April 4, 2015

9 Nifty Home Essentials to Get You Organized Now

Clutter, mess and mayhem — it’s hard to stay organized when you have #allthethings taking up all your space. But getting the house neat and tidy again is easy with the help of a few smart storage solutions and nifty home essentials. Start sorting one room at a time, find a designated home for every paper and knickknack and you’ll soon see the floor again!

Drawer Organizer Spice Rack

If you’re guilty of throwing all your spices in one cluttered cabinet (been there!), you need this super-cool horizontal drawer rack. Having everything you need within reach next to the stove ups your kitchen-organization game and makes cooking quicker and more convenient.

Drawer Organizer Spice Rack
from Bed Bath & Beyond
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Under-Bed Organizer

No room for a mudroom? No problem. Bid farewell to spare shoes and strewn jackets with this organizer, which features three spacious, moisture-resistant shelves and an umbrella holder to boot.

Better Homes and Gardens Under-Bed Organizer
from Walmart
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Utility Entryway Organizer

No room for a mudroom? No problem. Bid farewell to spare shoes and strewn jackets with this organizer, which features three spacious, moisture-resistant shelves and an umbrella holder to boot.

Organize It All Utility Entryway Organizer
from Jet.com
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Industrial Closet Organizer

Great for rooms lacking storage space, this wardrobe closet-organization system is so stylish that you’ll be proud to keep it on display for everyone to see.

Neu Home Industrial Closet Organizer
from HSN
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Studio Organizer Cart with Drawers

Crafters need not stop their paper-hoarding ways; this amazing studio drawer set has 12 compartments to house everything a DIYer needs.

Honey-Can-Do Studio Organizer Cart with Drawers
from Bed Bath & Beyond
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Wicker Basket with Chalkboard

A large wicker basket in every room is the secret to successful home organization. Use it for blankets, throw pillows and quick cleanups when unexpected company arrives.

Bryant Large Wicker Basket with Chalkboard
from Pier 1 Imports
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Bookshelf Media Tower

Shelfie Instagram alert! A chic bookshelf not only adds sophistication to a room, but also provides space for all the decorative accents you previously didn’t know where to put.

Weston Home Elements Bookshelf Media Tower
from Walmart
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Bathroom Storage Cabinet

Small guest bathrooms can present a particular challenge, but this cabinet enables you to store all the essentials — from shampoo to TP to magazines.

Costway Narrow Wood Floor Bathroom Storage Cabinet
from Overstock.com
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Wall Organizer with Hooks

Keep your calendar front and center, hang your keys and keep essentials safe in this family wall organizer.

Kate and Laurel Darla Chalkboard Wall Organizer with Hooks
from Bed Bath & Beyond
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April 4, 2015

9 Nifty Home Essentials to Get You Organized Now

Drawer Organizer Spice Rack

Drawer Organizer Spice Rack
from Bed Bath & Beyond
Shop Now

Under-Bed Organizer

No room for a mudroom? No problem. Bid farewell to spare shoes and strewn jackets with this organizer, which features three spacious, moisture-resistant shelves and an umbrella holder to boot.

Better Homes and Gardens Under-Bed Organizer
from Walmart
Shop Now

Utility Entryway Organizer

No room for a mudroom? No problem. Bid farewell to spare shoes and strewn jackets with this organizer, which features three spacious, moisture-resistant shelves and an umbrella holder to boot.

Organize It All Utility Entryway Organizer
from Jet.com
Shop Now

Industrial Closet Organizer

Great for rooms lacking storage space, this wardrobe closet-organization system is so stylish that you’ll be proud to keep it on display for everyone to see.

Neu Home Industrial Closet Organizer
from HSN
Shop Now

Studio Organizer Cart with Drawers

Crafters need not stop their paper-hoarding ways; this amazing studio drawer set has 12 compartments to house everything a DIYer needs.

Honey-Can-Do Studio Organizer Cart with Drawers
from Bed Bath & Beyond
Shop Now

Wicker Basket with Chalkboard

A large wicker basket in every room is the secret to successful home organization. Use it for blankets, throw pillows and quick cleanups when unexpected company arrives.

Bryant Large Wicker Basket with Chalkboard
from Pier 1 Imports
Shop Now

Bookshelf Media Tower

Shelfie Instagram alert! A chic bookshelf not only adds sophistication to a room, but also provides space for all the decorative accents you previously didn’t know where to put.

Weston Home Elements Bookshelf Media Tower
from Walmart
Shop Now

Bathroom Storage Cabinet

Small guest bathrooms can present a particular challenge, but this cabinet enables you to store all the essentials — from shampoo to TP to magazines.

Costway Narrow Wood Floor Bathroom Storage Cabinet
from Overstock.com
Shop Now

Wall Organizer with Hooks

Keep your calendar front and center, hang your keys and keep essentials safe in this family wall organizer.

Kate and Laurel Darla Chalkboard Wall Organizer with Hooks
from Bed Bath & Beyond
Shop Now

April 4, 2015

9 Nifty Home Essentials to Get You Organized Now

Drawer Organizer Spice Rack

Drawer Organizer Spice Rack
from Bed Bath & Beyond
Shop Now

Under-Bed Organizer

No room for a mudroom? No problem. Bid farewell to spare shoes and strewn jackets with this organizer, which features three spacious, moisture-resistant shelves and an umbrella holder to boot.

Better Homes and Gardens Under-Bed Organizer
from Walmart
Shop Now

Utility Entryway Organizer

No room for a mudroom? No problem. Bid farewell to spare shoes and strewn jackets with this organizer, which features three spacious, moisture-resistant shelves and an umbrella holder to boot.

Organize It All Utility Entryway Organizer
from Jet.com
Shop Now

Industrial Closet Organizer

Great for rooms lacking storage space, this wardrobe closet-organization system is so stylish that you’ll be proud to keep it on display for everyone to see.

Neu Home Industrial Closet Organizer
from HSN
Shop Now

Studio Organizer Cart with Drawers

Crafters need not stop their paper-hoarding ways; this amazing studio drawer set has 12 compartments to house everything a DIYer needs.

Honey-Can-Do Studio Organizer Cart with Drawers
from Bed Bath & Beyond
Shop Now

Wicker Basket with Chalkboard

A large wicker basket in every room is the secret to successful home organization. Use it for blankets, throw pillows and quick cleanups when unexpected company arrives.

Bryant Large Wicker Basket with Chalkboard
from Pier 1 Imports
Shop Now

Bookshelf Media Tower

Shelfie Instagram alert! A chic bookshelf not only adds sophistication to a room, but also provides space for all the decorative accents you previously didn’t know where to put.

Weston Home Elements Bookshelf Media Tower
from Walmart
Shop Now

Bathroom Storage Cabinet

Small guest bathrooms can present a particular challenge, but this cabinet enables you to store all the essentials — from shampoo to TP to magazines.

Costway Narrow Wood Floor Bathroom Storage Cabinet
from Overstock.com
Shop Now

Wall Organizer with Hooks

Keep your calendar front and center, hang your keys and keep essentials safe in this family wall organizer.

Kate and Laurel Darla Chalkboard Wall Organizer with Hooks
from Bed Bath & Beyond
Shop Now

April 2, 2015

8 Eggstraordinary Easter Egg Decorating Ideas

With Easter just around the corner, many of us are gearing up to do some easter egg decorating. Eggs have been dyed in the traditional spring pastel colors for years, so why not get a bit more creative this year? Glitter, washi tape, and metallic markers have changed the way we decorate eggs. With so many amazing designs, you’ll want to decorate more than the usual dozen! We’ve chosen eight of our favorite designs for you to try, but there are hundreds of creative ways to decorate. On to the eggscellent decorations! (Bad pun – but we had to!)

Chalkboard paint is such a fun and creative way to spice up a wall, furniture, fall pumpkin and, now, eggs! The DIY gurus over at Shelterness show how to make these delightful eggs that can be redecorated over and over again.

If you want to keep decorating simple but allow for creativity, mom.me shows how easy it is to decorate eggs with permanent markers. The best part is there is little mess and even less clean up!

Do you love lace? Then these lace patterned eggs from DIY Til We Die will have you excited to break out the vinegar. You can use lace strips or completely cover the egg in lace for different effects.

The washi tape craze is still going and egg decorating has not been left out! Lovely Indeed explains just how easy it is to grab some tape and scissors and make fabulously festive egg decorations.

If you are planning on using eggs only for decoration, these sprinkle eggs from Studio DIY might be perfect for you. While they may look delicious, you definitely don’t want to snack on these eggs!

Marble patterns are so pretty and the creative geniuses at Camille Styles show us how to use nail polish to achieve the perfect marbleized eggs. It’s amazing to see just how differently each egg turns out!

Is there anything that you can’t decorate with glitter? Maybe, but eggs aren’t one of them! Girl. Inspired. shows off the multiple ways to decorate eggs with a little sparkle (or a lot!)

While there isn’t a goose that lays golden eggs, you can add a touch of gold to your eggs this year with this how-to from Freutcake! Gold leaf looks amazing over both bright and pastel colors.

With all these amazing tutorials, there is no eggscuse to not decorate eggs this year. (Once we start, we can’t stop!) Let us know in a comment below how you plan on decorating your easter eggs this year!

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March 31, 2015

Spring Hairstyles Anyone Can Try

Spring is a time of renewal. Whether you want to spruce up your space or breathe new life into your look, now is the moment. And if you’re looking to reinvent yourself on the outside, why not start at the top with a new ‘do? Here are nine on-trend spring hairstyles for each hair length and any occasion.

Short Hairstyles

The Shaggy Pixie: Closely cropped at the sides with fringe bangs. It’s a bold cut that brings out serious cheek bones.

Long Pixie with Side-Swept Bangs: If you’re weary of taking away all the hair around your face but still want to try a sassy short cut, this is the perfect compromise. Princess in the front, punk rocker in the back.

Rita Ora’s A-Line: Talk about attitude. This super cool coif goes to show the possibilities for simple A-Line bob haircuts. It’s all in the styling.

Medium Hairstyles

The Straight Long Bob: Lauren Conrad is throwing it back to the 90s with straight, volumized hair and a deep side part. This “lob” is on fire.

The Wavy A-Line: This medium-length A-Line bob features soft, beachy waves. Some people literally wake up like this and go about their day. Some people are lucky.

Taylor Swift’s Shag: Swifty’s brushed-out curls and rounded bangs are perfect for angular face-shapes or anyone who loves a little nod to the 70s.

Long Hairstyles

The Side Braid: This perfectly imperfect side braid is great for festivals or your everyday boho looks and is way less complicated than it looks. Check out this handy tutorial here.

Ponytail with a Twist: There are many ways to revamp your ponytail but this is one of our favorites. It’s super simple yet instantly elevates your casual looks. Click here to learn how.

The Braided Faux Hawk: Inject a little punk rock attitude into your weekend looks with this ultra-modern updo. Learn how to master this braid here.

Which of these hairstyles will you add to your beauty routine? Tell us with a comment below!

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March 25, 2015

Max Your Tax Return with Ebates

Tax Returns are always a fun surprise. While you’re just getting back money that you earned in the previous year, it’s still nice to finally see it in your bank account. If you’re feeling that tax return burning a hole in your pocket, we have some ideas for how to make the most out of it. Wondering how you’re going to spend your tax return? Try out some of these fun ideas!

Take a trip with it
One of the most fulfilling ways to spend your tax return is to put it towards travel. Taking a trip with your return money is a great way to finance your own “spring break”. Check out some of the Expedia coupons from Ebates for discounts and travel packages for a good deal.

Invest in a new entertainment system
If you’re in the market for a new entertainment system, having your tax return is a great opportunity to do it. Isn’t it time you finally got that new television and speaker set-up you’ve been wanting? Or if you have a television you like, an Apple TV or a Google Chromecast is a great way to expand your entertainment options.

Get a new laptop
Every few years, your laptop is going to become obsolete. It’s just the nature of technological innovation. With Best Buy coupons from Ebates, you can get a great deal on your new laptop to get up to speed with the latest system.

Upgrade your wardrobe
One of our favorite things to do when we get cash back is to put it toward upgrading your wardrobe. The changing of the seasons means there’s another move toward new trends and new styles to invest in. With stores like Kohl’s, Nordstrom, and Macy’s on Ebates, you can get great coupons and Cash Back while shopping.

Surprise your kids
For all the parents out there, there’s no better feeling than surprising your kids with something they’ll love. Taking a trip to Disneyland, getting them a new bike, or order a new video game from GameStop they’ve been wanting is a nice gesture.

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March 25, 2015

Music Festival Survival Guide

Festival season is upon us and if you’re new to the world of all-day music extravaganzas, a little planning will go a long way in terms of what you should bring along. You’ll be in it for the long haul all in the name of rocking out and spending quality time with your best buds. Get prepared with our festival checklist of essential items including a few tried and true life hacks that will make your experience just a little easier.

music_festival_packing — via Bows and Sequins

Festival Packing List:

Mini flashlight – Don’t get caught in a porta-potty after dark without one.
Hand sanitizer – Because porta-potties are gross
Tissues – Because porta-potties run out of TP way too fast
Baby wipes – For messes and spills
Portable cellphone charger
Earplugs
Water bottle – Pro Tip: Freeze it first and use it as an ice pack for quick relief from the heat.
Lip balm with SPF – Nothing worse than sunburn on your lips
Sunscreen
Snacks – Food at festivals is expensive with very long lines. Pack a couple of energy bars to keep you fueled between jumbo hot dogs.
Plastic rain poncho – Because rain happens. Lightweight, easily folds into a tiny square.
Cheap sunglasses – Leave the designer shades at home. Things get rowdy.

Quick Festival Tips:

1. Carry a mini shoulder bag. All of the above items are small enough to cram into it, plus backpacks are invitations for theft since you don’t have eyes in the back of your head.

2. Make a custom staff or flag. If you’re going with a large group, avoid getting broken up in the crowd by letting your freak flag fly high for all to see.

3. Wear closed-toe shoes. You may be tempted to sport sandals but your toes WILL get stepped on. Better protect those piggies.

4. Use hair ties to secure maxi skirts during calls of nature. Wear them on your wrist (they’ll hardly stand out among your bangles and friendship bracelets) and use them to bundle up your maxi skirt so it doesn’t get in the way while in the confined space of a porta-potty. Genius, right?

5. Tie a lightweight scarf around your waist or bag strap. It will be perfect for sitting on in the grass instead of a bulky blanket or towel.

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March 24, 2015

3 Spring Style Staples for Guys

It’s time to shake off the cold winter weather and start thinking about fresh spring styles. If you’re in need of some guidance for stepping up your springtime menswear look, we’re here to help you out. Pick up some of these staple items for this spring and you’ll be high stylin’ in no time at all!

Get More Colorful with Your Shorts

cn9307456 — Canvas Shorts in Pepper Rally | $22.94 | Old Navy

As the weather gets warmer, you can start breaking out the shorts. This spring, men’s shorts are shifting toward more colorful styles with a slimmer leg. It’s a great way to add some life to your look and balances nicely with light neutrals like a grey or white shirt. Just remember that in general, it’s better to stick to one brightly colored item per look to keep things balanced.

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Go for a Lightweight Gingham

C0641_WD4506 — Secret Wash Shirt in Spring Gingham | $64.50 | J.Crew

Always reminiscent of warm weather, a gingham shirt is a staple piece for any guy’s wardrobe. (Gingham is super hot for spring. Remember those gingham skimmers from 5 Trends to Prep Your Spring Wardrobe?) This lightweight shirt looks just the right amount of worn without seeming sloppy. The gingham pattern is subtle enough to work into your office wardrobe, and unique enough to wear out around town. Definitely worth the investment!

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Find a Pair of Classic Sneakers

cn9113311 — Johnny Sneaker in Chalk | $128 | Banana Republic

Often cited as the first thing a woman notices about a man, shoes are of utmost importance to the overall outfit look. If you’re going for a fresh spring wardrobe, you can’t go wrong with these chalk white classic sneakers. If you’ve already got a pair of white low-rise sneakers hiding in your closet, be judicious with yourself and decide if it’s time to toss. If they’re grey and stained, it’s time to say goodbye.

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With these three simple staple additions to your wardrobe, you’ll be ready to take on anything that comes your way this spring!

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March 24, 2015

Win an Ultimate Campers Set from Campmor

It’s a great big world out there. Come out and see it! If you’re dreaming of an outdoor adventure just in time for the upcoming sunny months, you might need a thing or two to make camping just a little more convenient and comfortable. Let us help get you started with a chance to win the ultimate campers set from Campmor, worth approximately $449! Read on to see what’s included in this package that will make roughing it just a little less rough.

What You’ll Win:

1. Marmot Traillight 2-Person Tent (1)
This tent has all the space you need for a solo or intimate camping getaway with plenty of space for two people and their gear. Color-coded poles and clips make for easy assembly, which is perfect for newbies.

2. Grand Trunk Hammocks (2)
Lightweight with bold, bright prints, these double hammocks can hold up to two people at a time. With two hammocks, they’ll be no fighting over who gets more hang time.

3. Princeton Tec Headlamps (2)
Headlamps are a must for any camping trip. Stay hands-free and ready to take on whatever jumps out at you from the darkness. Or, just be able to find the trail mix for a midnight snack.

How to Enter the Campmor Giveaway:

1. If you’re not already an Ebates member, join over 8 million other savvy shoppers who earn up to 40% Cash Back on almost everything they buy. Joining Ebates is free and you’ll receive a $10 Welcome Bonus when you join today at www.ebates.com.

2. After you enter your Ebates email, you can earn extra entries for each type of entry. Comment, tweet, pin, follow us, like us, circle us — the more you do, the more entries you get! This sweepstakes ends on Monday, April 6, 2015 at 11:59 PM PST. The winner will be randomly picked through Rafflecopter, and will be posted on Facebook and this blog. Please be aware of the Giveaway Rules.

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March 19, 2015

Win a Pair of Sapphire Studs!

Whether you’re looking for a gift that will take someone’s breath away or it’s time to treat yourself to a little sparkle, you’re not going to want to miss this special giveaway from World Jewels. One lucky winner will receive a spectacular pair of blue sapphire stud earrings valued at $649.99! Lavish your lobes in stunning round-cut sapphires with a brilliance that will not go unnoticed. These one-carat dazzlers come with the quality craftsmanship you can only find at World Jewels.

World Jewels prides itself on unique, hand-crafted fine jewelry customized to your tastes, needs and budget. Come to World Jewels for a first-hand education in diamond selection and wedding set customization. From engagement rings to anniversary gifts for men and women, World Jewels offers quality and expertise you can trust every time.

How to Enter the World Jewels Giveaway:

2. After you enter your Ebates email, you can earn extra entries for each type of entry. Comment, tweet, pin, follow us, like us, circle us — the more you do, the more entries you get! This sweepstakes ends on Thursday, March 26, 2015 at 11:59 PM PST. The winner will be randomly picked through Rafflecopter, and will be posted on Facebook and this blog. Please be aware of the Giveaway Rules.

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