Archive for February, 2010

Food and Cooking: Simply Asia noodle bowls

Categories: Food and Cooking, General, Mom's Must Haves, Work Happy

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If you’re trying to save money by bringing your lunch to work, it’s worth tucking a few of these noodle bowls from Simply Asia in your desk drawer, for the days when you don’t have time to put together a brown bag at home. At about 420 calories, 5 grams of fat, and 14 grams of protien per bowlful, they’re not too bad for you (the peanut butter you usually rely on has about 100 calories, 8 grams of fat, and 3.5 grams of protien per tablespoon), and they come in flavors like soy ginger, sesame teriyaki, spicy Kung Pao, roasted peanut, so you won’t get bored with the same old, same old. They’re also shelf-stable, self-contained (they even come with their own fork!), and microwavable, so they can be ready in next to no time.

$2.50-$3.50 each at most grocery stores and at World Pantry, and $21.90 or less for a six pack at Amazon.com.

Kid Stuff: P’kolino Silly Seating

Categories: Kid Stuff

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If they had this when our kiddo was little I would have gotten it. Silly Seating comes in three sturdy but soft pieces, which kids can arrange in any way they like for play or for actually sitting on. It’s made of plush micro fiber and comes in a variety of colors (although I am partial to orange). Fun and function in one.

$49.99 at Kangarooboo.com

Great Deal: Sales and free shipping at Hanna Andersson

Categories: Fashion, Great Deal, Kid Fashion

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February’s almost over, and I’ll be happy to see it go, but that means there’s just a few more days to scoop up the savings over at Hanna Andersson.

How can you save? Let me count the ways! They’re having their Spring Sale—early markdowns on their newest products—as well as a sale on underthings. That’s not even mentioning their new line of “very güd” items, which are value priced each and every day. And to top it all off, through the end of the month, if you purchase $100+, your shipping will be free, automatically.

That’s what I’m talking ’bout.

Organized Living: CableDrop Multi-Purpose Cable Clip

Categories: Organized Living

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If you unplug your laptop or your phone and hate to deal with cords falling on the floor, you will want to check out these cable clips. Attach them to the table or even the wall and they will hold all cords and cables in place, waiting for you to use. Ahhhh… less mess, more happy.

$9.95 at Delight.com

Home Style: Inspirations vase

Categories: General, Great Gift Ideas, Home Style

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This 18.5-inch-long vase has eight slim glass tubes that let you deconstruct that fussy floral arrangement and revel in the pure beauty of each flower. The glass tubes sit in a rectangular base made of dark wood and accented with smooth, polished stones. Fill each with small branches of early-spring blossoms, a spray of colorful wildflowers, or even dried glasses or quirky-looking twigs.

$48 at Chiasso.com.

Work Happy: Office Paperclip Coat Hook

Categories: General, Home Style, Organized Living, Work Happy

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We all know that paperclips have a kazillion uses, but this one — 10 times larger than average and made out of heat-treated steel — hangs on your wall and holds your coat, scarf, purse, or even your magazines or files.

$12.99 each at ThinkGeek.

Mom’s Must Haves: Cara Couture Leather Wrap Bracelets

Categories: Fashion, Great Gift Ideas, Mom's Must Haves

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Spring is not quite yet in the air but it never hurts to add a little pop and color to your look. These leather bracelets are fun and easy to wear, and can liven up a work outfit or your basic long sleeve t-shirt and jeans weekend uniform.

$28 eat at Nordstrom.com

Great Deal: Sale at Old Navy

Categories: Fashion, Great Deal, Kid Stuff

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Great news—today and tomorrow (through February 18th, 2010)—kids and babies are on sale at Old Navy! Well, okay, clothes for kids and babies are on sale. Which is great news if you have a fast-growing smallish human or two (or three or four or… you get the picture).

Anyway, stuff is up to 40% off, plus if you spend $50+ you can ship your order for free with coupon code ONGIVE50.

The prices will make it worth your while, but really, can you put a price on not having to drag the kids to the mall for clothes? Exactly.

Fashion: Pretty and endlessly useful cardigan

Categories: Fashion

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I’m not one for wearing a matching shell and cardigan set but I find that pairing a cardigan with a funky t-shirt (which only goes over at work if your workplace is ultra casual), a long sleeve t-shirt or a crisp blouse is a great way to put an outfit together.

$59.50 (but only $41 now!) at Banana Republic.com

Kid Fashion: Clothes from Teres Kids

Categories: Be Green, General, Kid Fashion, Kid Stuff

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Scratchy tags and thick seams can irritate sensitive skin; kids with sensory issues have an even more difficult time finding clothing that fits well and is comfortable enough for them to really move around in. Teres Kids addresses the issue with their stylish and functional line of kids clothes. The boys’ and girls’ shirts, pants, dresses, and hoodies are made of 100 percent organic cotton and made in the USA, with tag information printed directly onto the fabric, and all seams sewn to the outside. The gorgous colors mix and match; sizes range from 18M to 5T.

$25 to $38 at Teres Kids.

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