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As we come to the close of another year, I've been counting down the best in entertainment from over the past 12 months. But let's not forget that we're also celebrating the end of the decade, so you know what that means — a recap of the top music, movies, and TV from 2000-2009! There have been so many creative, smart, and fun choices to keep me busy that it's hard to decide which ones deserve Read more
Christopher Nolan is a director who initially made a huge splash with a little budget and not much celebrity star power. He's the director of The Dark Knight and the man responsible for resuscitating the Batman franchise. Not so long ago, he was an independent filmmaker, but after this weekend he'll probably be seen as one of the most influential creative forces in Hollywood. So who is the Read more
With the wave of thrillers out in the movie theaters these days, I made last week's Buzzworthy bookmarking challenge all about past thrillers that have successfully scared you silly — in a good way, of course. To get you started, I mentioned some of my favorites, like The Usual Suspects and the ever-chilling Psycho. The ones that you bookmarked are equally creepy, so if none of the current Read more
Keeping the wedding dress, bouquet, or invitation is expected, but now The New York Times is calling out a new trend: keeping something unexpected. Some out-of-the-wedding-book mementos require planning, but I'd say the best ones are spontaneous, like the couple who kept a Spider-Man water squirter that was a prize from a box of Froot Loops guests opened to use as confetti in a makeshift, Read more
Are you eager to add a memento of your Hunger Games enthusiasm to your home? Granted, there's a lot of not-so-appealing Hunger Games-related fan products on the market at the moment. Luckily for all of you stylish Casa readers, these selections — a mix of cards, paper goods, and artwork — are decidedly design forward. To celebrate Katniss and Peeta's district, District 12, I've found 12 Read more
Lots of moms like to think out loud, and House of Anaïs is one of them. Here is one of the latest posts on her House of Anaïs blog. A little while ago, we went to a lovely birthday party, and the kids absolutely loved it. Give the young son some glue, and he is glued to the activity forever and ever. Give the girls some fairy wings and fancy decor, and they will make their own fairy tale. Give Read more
As at-home above a mantle as in the nursery, a custom silhouette is a special piece that becomes a memento as your little one grows up. While the traditional black-and-white look suits some just fine, we've found some incredibly talented designers who do things a bit differently. Plus, for the DIY mom (or dad), a step-by-step guide to creating your own memorable piece of art. Read more
We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! When you break up with someone, should you return any gifts? Not according to Never Liked It Anyway, where those unlucky in love can sell mementos of failed relationships and divulge the dirt behind the gift. And it’s not just teddy bears and uneaten chocolates — disenchanted lovers are selling wedding dresses, rings, weekend Read more
We're thrilled to present this smart Wise Bread story here on Savvy! I have a bad tendency to let things — paperwork, tasks, laundry — pile up. That's why I'm often not as organized as I should be. By the time I go to put things away, I feel like I'm dealing with clutter so powerful it could defeat Godzilla (I've already started on the screenplay for Godzilla vs. That Pile of Stuff I Still Read more
You want to remember everything about your baby's first year of life, and that first Christmas is no exception. Pick up a holiday memento that will last for a lifetime: a cute, personalized tree ornament. Etsy is a treasure trove for personalized items, and ornaments are no exception. Keep clicking to check out our 10 favorites for baby's first holiday season. Read more
