This doesn't need a lot of explanation, friends. The Dust Bunny ($15) is just that - a bunny for dusting. A bit kitschy, yes, but anything that makes us smile while we clean is a welcome addition to our lives.... [More]
Are you a bra hand-washer or do you just toss them into the regular cycle with the rest of your clothes? We admit to the latter, but have noticed that our brassieres are drastically torn and tattered after each wash. Bra Saver ($16) to the... [More]
If you're fearful of burning down your apartment, or if you live somewhere you can't light candles (hey there, dorm-dwellers!), there's still an elegant solution to keeping your space smelling fresh. Agraria TasselAire ($40) is a perfumed tassel you can hang virtually anywhere, and is... [More]
Incense is for our hippie cousins, and candles are lovely, but damn do we have a lot of them. Febreeze seems so industrial, and our outlets are too full for plug-ins. We never realized we were looking for a new way to make our home... [More]
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Laundry sucks. But, since we can't just perpetually buy new clothes, we do it. (In fact, we've been doing it all weekend - what about you?) Anything that comes along to make laundry easier instantly piques our interest, and Method Laundry Detergent ($15) is getting... [More]
RKS Laundry POD ($Inquire) offers a "fresh spin on laundry," and we're taken aback by its sleek design. This high tech mini washer combines innovative agitation technology with a unique water-reduction system for optimum sustainability for hand-washables. Chew on this: its efficiency and beauty won... [More]
You're going to need to clean up after the raging bash you're throwing tonight, and you might as well get a smile out of it. Use this Peacock Dustpan & Brush ($22) to pick up stray crumbs and confetti tomorrow morning, you wild thing, you.... [More]
A dustbuster that's a work of art? Forget our old Kone, we're displaying our Alessi Handheld Vacuum ($169) front and center in the kitchen. Crafted from stainless steel and white thermoplastic resin, it comes with a wet nozzle (handy for spilled bevvies at parties) and... [More]
Mmmm we love the smell of coffee in the morning. Waking up to the natural scents of Red Leaf Room Spray ($14) sounds awesome too. Fake flowery fragrance can only go so far, but aromas like Basil Lime, Black Tea, Fresh Clover, and Beach will... [More]
Somewhere in your domicile, you probably have a bottle of liquid hand soap depicting flowers, tropical fish, or citrus fruit, but it's an entirely different kind of visual association we're after. This GIANTmicrobes soap dispenser ($10) is shaped like a gigantic, cutified rhinovirus - a... [More]
As sexist as it sounds, every girl (and guy!) needs to know how to do some basic sewing repairs, like stitching on a button, darning a sock, and a basic straight hem. Designer Fiona Hewitt's campy-cute Sew Nice! Sewing Kit ($16) has all the basics... [More]
We've all been there: you're checking the internet in the a.m., (Of course, Outblush is your homepage!) noshing on some breakfast, and then... You realize you've scattered crumbs all over your desk. Whip out the USB Upright Vac Desktop Vacuum Cleaner ($15) and plug it... [More]
Is it a gift for them... or really, for you? Give your honey or roommate this Do the Dishes Teatowel ($17) with a guileless-enough smile on your face, and they might never know, but they will get the hint. No more dishpan hands for you,... [More]
Your dainties deserve a lot more than dumping them into the washing machine with a load of jeans and industrial strength detergent... after all, don't you want the layer closest to your skin to feel good & look good - and for that matter, smell... [More]
Made from 100% natural cellulose, Twist Naked Sponges ($6 for four) are 100% biodegradeable and are perfect for everyday cleanup in any room of your home. As with all sponges, just run 'em through a dishwasher cycle on the top rack to sanitize & clean.... [More]
Limit laundry disasters with the self-explanatory organization of the nylon canvas O.R.E. HamperTote ($40). Just the other day we accidentally ruined our delicate white lace blouse in the color load (talk about a blonde moment). We never have to worry about a load mix up... [More]
Sick of ruining expensive lingerie in botched laundry missions? Try the Fragrance Starter Kit ($29, available at FreshPair.com) by Soak, a set of hand-washing soap made especially for our unmentionables. Simply submerge your lovelies in a gallon of cold water, and add cap full of... [More]
Thank God for washing machine-friendly Woolite and the BraBall, 'cause we hate washing unmentionables by hand. An-noy-ing. But the dryer? No way. Not unless you like frayed seams, pilling silk, and underwire squeaking at inopportune moments. Save space, money, and energy with the Seletti Underwear... [More]
Whether plagued by dorm life or living like a bachelor or bachlorette, the Crunch Laundry Can ($26) is stylish and extremely durable in the harshest of conditions. Designers Paul Rowan and Cassie Zhento made it specifically it to maintain its fine cylindrical form or crunch... [More]
Stylish makers of innovative storage design, Honey-Can-Do have done it again with their Lingerie Wash Bag ($4). Incredibly thrifty and simple, it's flyin' straight to the top of our for back-to-school survival kit. It'll keep your delicate lacy and satiny items safe from snagging zipped... [More]
We've all seen the huge upswing in frugal homemaking tips on the web - anyone else watch Depression Cooking With Clara? Even if you're not the white picket fence & 2.5 kids kinda gal, you can appreciate saving money while using organic, natural products and... [More]
We’ve got two problems… 1)We love to cook at home, but don’t have dishwashers, and 2)We’re inordinately clumsy. These two things add up together to mean lots of by-hand scrubbing, and lots of dropping dishes when we try to dry ‘em with a towel. Since... [More]
We're not anal retentive when it comes to taking care of our clothes or anything but when we put down a quarter of a month's rent on a sweater or cardigan we want it to last and last. The Laundress New York for J. Crew... [More]
Come winter time our Uggs answer our prayers, hands down. They not only toast our little toes but they do it in style- we don't care what anyone says, we dare them to find an equally comfortable and functional boot that is cuter. Our Uggs... [More]
The Bin Bin Wastebasket ($42) was featured in the NY Times - we guess that makes it the little trashcan that could. Designer John Brauer intentionally infused this wastebasket with visual novelty. It unites form and function by assuming the likeness of crumpled paper (hmm...should... [More]
Nellie's All-Natural Super Clean Laundry Nuggets ($19) might just be our new favorite laundry detergent. Not only are they eco-friendly, made from all natural biodegradable ingredients like coconut oil, they’re safe for sensitive skin-a definite plus for those of us whose skin breaks out whenever... [More]
Organic is usually synonymous with expensive. Who knew you could recycle old paper, turn it into T.P., and charge ten bucks a roll for it? The same tends to go for organic cleaning products – they smell great, yeah, but are super expensive for a... [More]
If you’re trying to cut down on your plastic bag usage like we are, then this Eco-Delightful Bag is for you! It’s washable, recyclable and converts 1-2-3 from a humble laundry bag to a hanging garment bag or a reusable dry cleaning bag that is... [More]
You’ve spent forever picking out the perfect outfit – a girl’s gotta look good, even at the grocery store – and you stop short in front of the mirror. White streaks mar your pristine vintage sundress. Deodorant!? #$*&!!! The sad truth is even clear “no-streak”... [More]
Purex Complete 3-in-1 Laundry Sheets ($6-$8)—amazing doesn't even begin to cover them. In fact, neither does time-saving or simple, genius or neat. But this product is all of these and more. Available in three fresh scents, (Spring Oasis, Tropical Escape and hypoallergenic Pure & Clean)... [More]
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