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Beau Soleil Pouch: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 10:00:22 PDT

I'm all about recycling and saving the planet but do you think the trend has churned it's way into becoming a profit-making machine? Take for instance, this Beau Soleil Canvas Pouch ($18). The description doesn't mention anything about it being green and though it's not expensive, do you think it's a sham?

Take all of my Love It or Hate It Polls here! To post your selections go to the Love It or Hate It? group. And if you want to learn how to do a blog post click here.

Two Bags in One!

FabSugar — Mon, 28 Aug 2006 00:53:14 PDT

Whether you're going back to the beach or back to school, a cute tote bag is a must. And a reversible tote bag? That's like getting two bags for the price of one!

Designer Sheila Djiwatampu, after training in Indonesia and Switzerland, has taken the plunge and hung out her own shingle. Her website, Sheila D, showcases these functional and fashion-forward totes, school bags, and pouches. You can buy them here for just $28. So get one for your remaining beach days, then when summer's over, just toss it in the laundry, turn it inside out, and take it back to school.

NurturMe's Caroline Freedman: An Easy Way to Get Lil Ones to Eat Their Fruits and Veggies!

Kate Stahl — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:02:14 PST

As a soon-to-be first-time mom, a pregnant Caroline Freedman was obsessed with all things baby (sound familiar?), including what she would eventually feed her new lil one once she advanced past breast milk and bottles. "I was shocked at how little innovation there had been since I was a baby. It was still Gerber jarred foods," says Austin, TX-based Freedman, now mom to a 3-year-old and a 4-month-old. "Considering how parents are eating a lot differently now, it seemed so out of sync."

Freedman, along with her business partner Lauren McCullough (a former culinary arts teacher) decided to do something about the discrepancy. The result: NurturMe, the first certified organic, all-natural, gluten-free baby food made from quick-dried fruits and veggies. If a dehydrated baby food isn't inventive enough - each pouch is light as a feather and makes about 2.5 ounces of baby food when mixed with water, breast milk, or formula - NurturMe has yet another selling point: it's also an easy way to sneak fruits and veggies into older tots' meals. Keep reading for more from our interview with Freedman.

A Cute Gadget Pouch to Keep Your Carry-On Neat and Tidy

Kristy Korcz — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 04:21:20 PST

Fact: things can get a little messy in your carry-on when traveling with headphones, chargers, cables, and other tech accoutrements. Keep your bag tidy with the Anya Hindmarch Gadget Pouch ($90) that stores your essentials neatly so you never wonder which cables you put in which bag. Travel can be stressful enough on its own, but keeping your gear organized has proven to save time in the airport security line. If you must compartmentalize, you might as well do it in something cute like this. Just sayin'.

Knit Yourself an iPod Cozy

Kelly Schwarze — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 03:12:55 PST

In the midst of Winter we're gravitating toward cozy knits aplenty, and that includes our go-to gadgets. Despite the iPod or smartphone's industrial aluminum coating, the devices also deserve a seasonal home which can be crafted in the earbuds cozy knitting kit ($25) from Uncommon Goods.

Perfect for knitters trained in the basics, the kit provides circular bamboo knitting needles, 160 yards of wool, pattern, and all the necessary tools to craft a 3-inch by 5-inch pouch and headphone sweater. Yep, even earbuds get the knitted treatment, with stitches that claim to reduce the dreaded cord tangle.

Have you knitted gear for your electronics? Kits like this make the geeky DIY easy!

10 Simple Ways to Winterize Your Home

Business Insider — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 09:30:25 PST

We're thrilled to present this smart Business Insider story here on Savvy!

'Tis the season to crank your thermostat. Unfortunately it could cost even more than normal. Americans will pay 15% more for heating expenses than last year, according to the EIA.

At this point you've got no excuse not to follow this simple guide for winterizing your home.

Dodge the Draft

Problem: Cold air is rushing in from underneath your door, and warm air is rushing out.

Solution: The draft snake, adopted during the Great Depression era, is one of the easiest ways to cut back on energy waste. A draft snake can be easily made by rolling up a towel or filling up a pouch of fabric with kitty litter or sand, advises The Daily Green. Or you can buy one pre-made.

Money/Energy Saved: According to the U.S. Department of Energy, drafts can waste 5 to 30% of energy use per year.

Read on for more tips.

15 Plaid Presents to Prep Up the Holidays

Marisa Tom — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 07:33:58 PST

To fete our plaid-lovin' mood, we've compiled the most subtle and not-so-subtle ways to rock (and gift) a plaid pattern to perfection. Prep out your holiday presents with a hint of patchwork in the cuff of a cashmere sweater; in a cute, zipper-lined pouch; or on a bold saffron-yellow cape. We have a hunch you won't grow tired of this playful checkered-and-lined trend, especially once you've peeped our plaid picks. So go ahead, jump right into the festivities and shop your favorites!

Make a Statement: Jack Spade Tablet Pouch

Kristy Korcz — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 07:04:02 PST

Tis the season to be bold and bright. This Jack Spade Pouch ($95) makes the perfect receptacle for your small laptops, tablets, and other tech, so you can keep the goods away from scratchy surfaces on the inside of your bag. There's nothing worse than finding a large key scratch on the backside of your iPad amirite.

The Jack Spade pouch is crafted from cotton with a water-resistant wax coating, and a leather upper lining to keep things classy. Your guy might even appreciate such a pouch for his tablet this holiday.

Look For Less: PS1 Pouch

OnSugar — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 07:01:29 PDT

Looking for a budget-friendly version of the PS1? Check out OnSugar blogger Bella Vita's affordable alternative to the ultrachic Spring bag.

Shoulder Bags by Proenza Schouler
Shoulder Bags by Free People

Left: Proenza Schouler / PS1 Pouch ($1,225)
Right: Free People / Wayfarer Clasp Crossbody ($58)

So similar, so lustworthy.

Read more from Bella Vita, or start your own OnSugar blog, and we might feature you on FabSugar!

Lauren Merkin Cult Clutches and Handbags on PopSugar Shop

PopSugar Shop — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 11:33:17 PST

Celebrities, fashion icons, and even Gossip Girls know the best way to add polish and pizzazz to any look is with a Lauren Merkin bag. Take the Eve, for example; this gorgeous clutch - available in 20 different fabrications and finishes - has been seen on everyone from Isla Fisher, to Heidi Klum, to Eva Longoria, and more.

With three distinct deals - $50 for $100, $75 for $150, or $150 for $300 - there's an option for every budget. And while you're shopping, don't forget the accessories. Lauren has you covered from wallets to iPad pouches to mirrors - each of which would make fabulous stocking stuffers.