Do you have kids that scribble on the walls? No? Do you find yourself wanting to scribble on the walls, or maybe you just want more room to jot down your 13-step plan for total world domination… (maybe that’s just me?). When you’re ideas are confined to a small space, your ideas are going to stay small as well. So why not give yourself an entire wall to express those ideas? Born out of frustration when running out of room, a couple of guys came up with the idea of painting entire walls with the same material as a dry erase board. Brilliant! At only $4 a square foot, why not just do an entire room? Read on for a quick how-to video and to see it in action.

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If you ask us, any time is a good time for a glass of wine. There’s nothing better than a big, bold red for a cozy night in front of the fire place, or a cool and crisp white paired with the perfect meal. And with the holidays fast approaching, a nice bottle of wine makes the perfect gift for someone who seems to have everything – or the last minute purchase for the office party. We’ve recently been introduced to JAQK Cellars and already have a call in to the wine shop for a few samples. With eight varietals to uncork and a reasonable price range, consider our glasses ready. Now if you’re unfamiliar, or just beginning, with wines we’ve still got you covered.

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We’re proud to say that New Hiker is the newest member of our blog family and we’re super excited to have them on board (mostly because we’ll be borrowing their great ideas when ever it suits us). Just kidding – good luck guys!

If you’re not familiar with Suunto watches, allow me to introduce the best sport watches we’ve ever used. More like a wrist-top computer – Suunto watches are made for the hiker, biker, diver, runner or anywhere in between. Their latest is made just for you though. The T3c comes with a newly designed heart-rate belt and optional GPS, foot or bike pods that let you monitor your progress for any sport. The watch has been updated and features softer wrist-straps, new display graphics and expanded color choices. If you’ve been looking for a new sport watch, look no further. Pricing and info on New Hiker after the link.

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Question overheard in an all male office conversation (true story): What do you think Kim Kardashian smells like?  My favorite answer was “Money.”  After giggling and snickering at all the Reggie Bush sex innuendos, it turns out that we’ll all be able to know soon enough. The first of two perfumes will be released exclusively at Sephora around Mothers Day. Hot on the heels of Shoe Dazzle, money might be the right answer after all. At least I’ll know what to get the guys for our Swanky secret Santa.

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At this stage in your life you’ve at least heard of the Golden Rule.  You know: Do unto others… blah blah blah.  Well this Saks exclusive is one hell of an example of why! Not only is the color ridiculously easy to match with jeans and a long sleeved T for coffee with your besties, but the style can effortlessly be glammed up with a twirly skirt and heels for happy hour.  So – back to the Golden Rule, you buy one for me and I’ll buy one for me too!  I know that’s not really how it’s supposed to work: but in my world, rules were meant to be broken. Do want.

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Have you ever been to your stylist, and she blew your hair completely dry in half the time it takes you at home? It’s not because she’s trained differently – it’s her equipment. But not all hair dryers are created equal. Meet the Farouk CHI Pro: Mentioned in French Vogue, People, Allure, and Elle; this lightweight, professional (yet cheap) model is not only quick to get the job done, but more importantly – done well. Oh! And for you perfectly coiffed bombshells out there: Most dryers have a 500 hour life expectancy, but this Godsend has been proven up to 1200. That’s a lot of Saturday night gettin-ready-with-the-girls power!

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We’re back from hiatus with the first in a regular series of special guest posts from friend Lara at Pretty Connected. Lara is our resident beauty expert and will bring you all the beauty news, happenings and reviews a girl could want. Stay tuned for more!

Holy smokes Batman! This is serious stuff. I scooped some out from the jar and rubbed the concoction all over my hands. At first I questioned the silky smooth result (considering how hard the salt was exfoliating my skin). After rinsing the shea butter absorbed into my skin and – BAM! – my hands were the softest they’ve ever been. Finish with a hand cream or just call it a day. Read part two

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