DIY: Pimp Your Piping


Updated 08/16/10 11:33 PM · Posted by Casa Community · 5 comments

How to Paint Upholstered Furniture Piping With Fabric Paint

Here's a post from CasaSugar Community member itsgreattobehome from the Su Casa group: Hey! I'm Liz (from It's Great To Be Home) and I did it, y'all: I pimped my piping. Remember this guy that looked so very sad? Well, now he’s had a makeover and he’s ready to strut his stuff. For only about $4, here’s how I gave this chair a major makeover: Pick your victim. In my case, this slipcovered Read more

Trend Alert: Posh Piping


Updated 03/14/10 5:54 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 5 comments

Photo of Kate Moss Wearing Piped Red Jacket and Striped Shirt in Paris

The first whiff of warm weather has everyone in a tizzy — even Kate Moss! The Super was spotted in Paris looking colorfully chic in a nautical-inspired ensemble. I love how she ditched her per-usual black separates for a striped top and red jacket complete with posh piping. This slick trimming can be found almost everywhere via skirts, pants, jackets, dresses, shorts, and bags. Like Kate, I Read more

Casa Quickie: Wrap It Up


Updated 01/14/10 11:08 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 3 comments

Casa Quickie: Wrap It Up

Photographer Todd Selby recently toured the NYC apartment of music label director Keith Abrahamsson and stylist Kate Young, which is simply too cool for school. Under a backdrop of warm grays, the digs have plenty of high-quality furniture with interesting shapes and artsy elements, but the thing I love the most is that each room has something subtle and creative to notice. In the bathroom, I Read more

The Look For Less: Balenciaga Piped Blazer


Updated 10/04/07 12:35 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 7 comments

The Look For Less: Balenciaga Piped Blazer

We all fell in love with Balenciaga's Fall 2007 collection, especially the standout piped blazers. How could we resist? They are so hard to say no to. What is particularly amazing about these blazers is that they have the ability to make a casual outfit instantly chic and high fashion. Too bad we'd have to pay an arm, a leg and a soul for them. To see the look for less, read more Read more

Definition: Piping


Updated 07/27/07 1:23 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 5 comments

Piping n. Decorative edging made by sewing a fold of bias fabric usually over narrow cording, to the edge. Generally of contrasting color. Usually found on handbags and shoes, but also applies to clothing. Don't pipe down; pipe up with these Stella McCartney Patent Piped Pumps, $595. They're hot for Fall! Read more

Meet Me in Moscow: A Russian Food Primer


Updated 02/07/12 5:23 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Russian Dishes and Ingredients

Whenever you're complaining about the ferocity of Winter, just remember things are much, much colder in other parts of the world. But while Russian Winters may be brutal, they've got plenty of amazing, comforting recipes with flavors designed to take that chill out of your bones. It's time to call up your babushka, put on your copy of Doctor Zhivago, and grab a tall glass of vodka, if you see Read more

The Wide World of Wings: Lemon Pepper With Cucumber-Feta Yogurt Sauce


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Greek Chicken Wings Recipe

We close out our week of worldly wings with a recipe . . . with an accessory. While I love this classic finger food on its own, sometimes a cooling dipping sauce is just what the tailgater ordered to complement a piping hot and/or fiery chicken wing. Think about it: buffalo wings are divine, but when that Frank's RedHot sauce becomes too hot to handle, nothing quenches a mouth inferno quite like Read more

Golden Globes: Elle Macpherson


Updated 01/17/12 2:51 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 5 comments

Elle Macpherson Golden Globes 2012

Elle Macpherson may just be aging backwards. The supermodel stunner arrived at the Golden Globe Awards showing off her enviable figure in a body-hugging Zac Posen gown. Piping and detailing at the bodice highlighted her form, while a fishtailed tulle train amped up the drama — but she didn't hold back on accessories either. To finish, Elle went bold with oversized gold earrings, voluminous Read more

Jason Segel and Alyson Hannigan Talk About the Future of How I Met Your Mother


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Jason Segel, Alyson Hannigan How I Met Your Mother Interview

CBS focused on its current shows during the Winter TCA, bringing out comedy How I Met Your Mother, which is currently in its seventh season. Jason Segel and Alyson Hannigan were the only actors present today, but they had plenty to say, along with series creators Carter Bays and Craig Thomas. They talked about what's next for Marshall and Lily and their new little family, Robin's recent Read more