{budget}fab*

bedside tables for $100 or less

Posted on 01. Sep, 2010 by janelle.

Design Sponge did a GREAT round-up of budget-friendly nightstands. If you’re in the middle of, or about to start, a bedroom design project, it’s definitely worth a look. Check it out here.

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think you don’t have time to exercise?

Posted on 24. Aug, 2010 by janelle.

…Well find a way to squeeze it in.  I stumbled across SqueezeItIn.com via Southern Living magazine and I think the concept is a great one!  Sometimes we’re not sure if a gym membership is right for us or we try to stay mobile at work, but still feel like we haven’t done enough when it comes to exercise.  Well, the DC moms behind Squeeze It In believe…

every chore, every errand, everything you do is an opportunity to get firmer, slimmer, stronger. Missing a day at the gym doesn’t have to mean missing a workout

Most of the exercises are based on doing 2 sets of 12 reps in the beginning and increasing the number of repetitions when doing 2 x 12 becomes too easy. And the best part about these fitness tips, they don’t cost anything!

My favorite tip from Squeeze It In, the “Hot Squats“.  They can be done while blow drying your hair, brushing your teeth, washing the dishes - lots of stuff!

What do you think? Will you try to “squeeze it in”?

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10 budget-friendly ways to spruce up your place

Posted on 23. Aug, 2010 by janelle.

MSN Real Estate shares 10 affordable ways to add a little more ‘cozy’ to your home.  The list includes…

1. Changing your lighting
2. Painting your front door
3. Getting organized
4. Updating bathroom vanities
5. Heating your towels
6. Changing hardware
7. Adding kitchen backsplash
8. Installing an outdoor heating fan
9. Updating your outdoor furniture
10. Adding a water or fire fixture

For more on these easy, pocket-friendly tips and the estimated cost of each, click here.

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need a headboard?

Posted on 12. Aug, 2010 by janelle.

Use a door! I’ve come across two great DIY projects in which crafty, creative types took doors and made headboards.  Now THAT is {budget}fab*!

Design*Sponge before and after of an old door transformed into a headboard

Kitchen cabinet door headboard from Young House Love

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best things to buy in august

Posted on 09. Aug, 2010 by janelle.

Mainstreet.com has some insight into the deals and steals we should be looking for in the month of August.

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changes…

Posted on 16. Jun, 2010 by janelle.

…are a-comin’! Hence our lack of posting.  Please patient with us as we continue to grow and evolve to try and bring you the best info for living a fab* lifestyle.

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fab* alternative to: the terzani elice lamp

Posted on 03. Jun, 2010 by janelle.

I’m helping a friend decorate her new place, so I was perusing the Internet yesterday in search of some home decor items.  I had to stop my search when I came across the Terzani Elice Floor Lamp.

I WANT IT! I love the shape, but I especially love the finish.  Unfortunately, a $1,200 floor lamp I don’t need isn’t exactly in my budget right now.  But, if I was in the market for a lamp, here are two alternatives to the Elice Lamp that are a little more budget-friendly.

Holtkoetter Floor Lamp, $430.00

Antique Bronze Adjustable Floor Lamp, $129.99

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color me: neon

Posted on 01. Jun, 2010 by janelle.

Design*Sponge has an amazing round-up of neon home decor elements for under $100.

Check out the full post here.

image via design*sponge

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fab* friday round-up

Posted on 28. May, 2010 by janelle.

There’s a long weekend ahead of us… HOORAY! We hope everyone has a fun and safe weekend.  If you’re headed to the Linganore Wine Festival you may see us there.

This week on {budget}fab*…

• Stay cute and comfortable while walking around this summer with a fun pair of canvas shoes!
• First Lady Michelle Obama has style! Here’s a few tips on how to get her look.
• Looking for a little color inspiration for a fun summer outfit? Or even your living room?  How about green, white and navy?

Other {blog}fab*…

• When it comes to your home, maybe white walls aren’t so bad…
• Fab* DIY project - faux gold objet d’art
• How FUN are these hamburger shaped cupcakes?!?! Great for summer BBQ event.

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sales, sales and more sales!

Posted on 26. May, 2010 by janelle.

Here’s a quick round-up of some sales that made me pretty excited recently…

• Urban Outfitters’ big summer sale is here! Tons of stuff for $9.99 or less both online and in store.
• Victoria’s Secret Semi-Annual Sale is going on online now.
• The Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale for women and kids is underway online and in stores.
• Old Navy is offering to help us get ready for summer with their summer must-haves starting at $5.
• Steve Madden Friends and Family event is going on now! Get 25% off your entire order + free shipping with promo code FF25 thru 5/31.

Know of a great sale going on now? Leave us a comment with the details!

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