Don't Renovate -- Refresh With Cost-effective Furnishings and Tips Aug 18, 2008
Layering throws and pillows adds depth and comfort, and brightening a dining room with crisp table linens and stately candle accessories adds a touch of refined class. Of course, a simple fresh coat of paint can both cleanse and color any room. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Catching flicks in the outdoors Aug 17, 2008
And so it was that Nancy and I raised the hatch of our car at the Rustic on Wednesday night and spread out pillows and a blanket for 9-year-old Juliette, 4-year-old Noah, and their 8-year-old cousin, Billiam. We tuned the radio to 90. (Boston Globe)
The bitter end Aug 17, 2008
I would lie on my pillows, pale but brave, and forgive my enemies - on the grounds that nothing would infuriate them more. I know now that I'm more likely to be half senile in hospital, hung about with tubes and drips, confused and hurting. (BBC News -- UK)
Passengers paying for pillows, snacks, even water Aug 17, 2008
In just a few short months, airlines, particularly those in the United States, have discovered to their glee that their customers are willing to pay for most everything from checking luggage to soft drinks to pillows and blankets - and are doing so without much fuss. With that knowledge in hand, the airlines are not about to stop. (International Herald Tribune)
Supporting Our Troops One Stitch at a Time Aug 17, 2008
Such items include neck coolers, head coolers, shoulder pillows, soap-on-a-rope, pocket bears, and prayer rocks ... As of this past week, the North Texas Stitchers have sent almost 22,000 neck coolers, almost 8,000 pocket bears, and about 3,000 shoulder pillows since they first started. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Burlington teens earn Girl Scout Gold Award Aug 16, 2008
Tanya contacted multiple group homes and shelters to determine the needs of children staying with them, and created 26 qulliows fleece blankets that convert into pillows for those children. Tanya recruited 31 people to assist her with the project to accomplish her goal. (Burlington Union, MA)
The Secret to Getting a Good Night's Sleep Aug 16, 2008
Unlike standard pillows, which are typically the same dimensions throughout, the Tri- Core pillow features a trapezoid-shaped center and raised side sections. The unique center of the pillow is designed to cradle the head and provide the maximum support for the neck, whether the user is sleeping on his back or side. (Pekin Times, IL)
Want to Relax? Try Pure Lavender Essential Oil Aug 16, 2008
To freshen bed linens between washings, add a few drops to a spray bottle filled with water and lightly mist pillows and sheets before climbing in. Add 10 drops of lavender oil to a box of baking soda, mix well and let sit for one to two days. (Pekin Times, IL)
How to Arrange Furniture in a Dorm ... Aug 16, 2008
Keep several large pillows stacked on the floor between the bed and TV; you ll have a comfortable place lounge around. An Office in a Dorm Room. (Suite101.com)
Sticking to official Olympic brands – with duct tape Aug 16, 2008
"We look under the pillows and look under the sofas," Mr. Cooper said. At one venue, they found an entire surveillance security system with its company name all over the place. (Globe and Mail -- International)
Borders(R) Celebrates the Grand Opening of Its New Concept Store in Allen, Texas Aug. 15 - 17 Aug 16, 2008
-- Enter to win a "Go Digital!" gift package - includes select Borders digital services certificates for five lucky winners; -- Enter to win one of two $250 Borders gift cards; -- Enter to win a Paperchase $200 gift bag filled with stationery, cards and gifts; -- Enter to win a Seattle's Best Coffee $200 gift basket; -- Enter to win a $300 collection of current cookbooks; -- Enter to win a $230 collection of current wellness books; -- Enter to win a copy of "Absolute Dark Knight" by Frank... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Can Smart Design Investments and Savvy Renovations Help Sell Your Home? Aug 16, 2008
Add some pizzazz with pillows that pop. Clean, De-Clutter & De-Personalize. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
McCain's BFF Aug 16, 2008
"I've heard every story and then some,'' he said. "And I've heard 'Satin Sheets to Lie On and Satin Pillows to Cry On' a thousand times. I]t was a great place to learn about life. (Slate)
Anne-Marie Berg: Getting back into routine isn't so bad Aug 15, 2008
It's been great letting kids sleep late, breaking from the norm of placing bombs under pillows to eject them from bed. On the other hand, they've started complaining of fatigue from waking at the "crack of dawn," which is actually noon. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
A Capital Bargain Aug 15, 2008
5 on the fluffiness scale, with a cushy mattress top, feather duvet and choice of six pillows, and was still plenty firm even after I sank in up to my ears. The decor is contemporary and refined (again, geared toward business travelers), but nifty touches included the overstuffed chair and ottoman, an oversize desk and a padded and pillowed bench-high nook in the window. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Business.view: Come fly the fee-filled skies Aug 13, 2008
And now it s blankets and pillows. Just when it seemed like airlines were running out of things to charge more for, along comes news that passengers on JetBlue, an American airline, will now have to pay for blankets and pillows on flights that last more than a couple of hours. (The Economist)
Decorator Industries Reports Second Quarter 2008 Results Aug 13, 2008
" STATEMENTS CONTAINED IN THIS RELEASE THAT ARE NOT HISTORICAL FACTS ARE FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS THAT COULD DIFFER MATERIALLY FROM ACTUAL RESULTS. PRIMARY FACTORS THAT COULD CAUSE ACTUAL RESULTS TO MATERIALLY DIFFER FROM THOSE IN THE FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS ARE THE LEVEL OF DEMAND FOR RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED HOUSING AND HOTEL/MOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS, THE GENERAL ECONOMIC CONDITIONS, INTEREST RATE FLUCTUATIONS, THE AVAILABILITY OF CONSUMER CREDIT, FUEL PRICES, COMPETITIVE PRODUCTS... (PR Newswire)
Warm Weather Decorating in Cool Hues Aug 13, 2008
Remove darker throw pillows and blankets left over from colder months and replace them with crisp blue and white cotton and silk accents. Put heavy draperies in storage and hang light scarves in their place to open up, not only the windows, but the entire room. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
How to Keep the Vacation Alive Long after You're Home Aug 13, 2008
Some hotels will sell the bedding, pillows or even the mattresses used in their rooms. Others offer copies of wall art or d. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Poppy's master suite gets an island makeover Aug 12, 2008
From the bed, complete with linens and pillows in natural cottons and linens, Poppy will have full view of a new gas fireplace and a big-screen TV. And for an added island effect, I put up a stunning tropical fan on the ceiling. Beside the bed, I created a lounge area. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Neighbors first, friends forever Aug 11, 2008
She's made crib sets for my grandchildren, sheets and pillows and dust ruffles and quilts, the whole shebang, in blue and in pink, and crocheted ponchos for my daughters, my daughter-in-law, and me. A few Christmases ago she sewed matching Mickey Mouse overalls for my grandchildren so we could take their picture for a Christmas card. (Boston Globe)
Book Review: Breaking Dawn Aug 11, 2008
Like many of his kind, Edward gets a little wild in the sack; he shreds pillows and destroys the headboard of a bed during their coupling, and bruises Bella all over her body. Happily for her, though somewhat upsettingly for the reader, she is so transported by erotic rapture that she fails to notice: ''I only remembered wanting him to hold me tighter, and being pleased when he did. (Entertainment Weekly)
Furniture fair with a dreamy ambience Aug 11, 2008
Mattresses, pillows and bedroom necessities from Getha, Lady Americana, Aussino and Friven n be found here. For the cooks: The Dine area at the South Court ground floor is equipped with cooking gadgets of all kinds from Metrojaya. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Moravia's art haven Aug 10, 2008
The volunteer-run space in the heart of the town houses items ranging from wooden jigsaw puzzles and homemade maple syrup to pillows and history books. The unifying theme is locality. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Park in a tent, resort's the pits Aug 10, 2008
The tents, two kilometres from the track, offer a fold-up bed and mattress, 12-volt light and carpet on the floor, but no bedding, blankets, pillows or towels. The fans will share a hospitality marquee with tables and chairs, a microwave, toasters, ironing facilities and a refrigerator. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
JIM DODSON: The Afternoon Nap Revolution Aug 10, 2008
" At the risk of sounding like a cranky 6-year-old, I had my doubts. But from The Washington Post's foreign service desk came an eye-opening report from Fukuora, Japan, about how high school teachers are dimming the lights and putting on classical music every day after lunch so students can catch a little shuteye in the afternoon doldrums. "In a nation known for its tireless diligence, the students have joined a repose revolution that has investment bankers and bureaucrats sharing lunchtime with... (The Pilot Newspaper)
Dorm decor ideas Aug 10, 2008
Coordinate color choice with duvets and pillows for a cohesive look - and don't go too light, in case you have a messy roommate. Dirt could easily disappear in Cost Plus' eco-friendly fan-printed bamboo rug, shown, $49. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Wendy Williams: Not Your Typical TV Host Aug 9, 2008
Williams, who has a cult-like following from her New York radio talk show "The Wendy Williams Experience," brings a certain edge to her funky TV set that's donned with a shimmering disco ball, hot pink walls and leopard pillows. The feisty 44-year-old's daytime talk show, "The Wendy Williams Show" is on a six-week trial run in New York, Los Angeles, Dallas-Forth Worth and Detroit until it meets its desired ratings to become a permanent syndicated gig by the end of August. (CBS News)
plenty of ideas Aug 9, 2008
And now comes the news that Frontier Airlines will no longer supply pillows and blankets on board its airplanes, the ones adorned with cuddly animals from the Great American West on the tail ... Of course, pillows wouldn t be necessary if the seats weren t so uncomfortable in the first place. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
St. Pats travels to Peru for second mission trip Aug 9, 2008
They slept on cornhusk mattresses, with no pillows, took cold showers and were hungry the food was not normally what they would eat. It was tough for them to leave behind their iPods. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
The bumps in the night worth it Aug 9, 2008
A: We made sure there were a minimal amount of pillows on the bed, definitely. And we made the cats and the dog sleep at the other end. (Albany Times Union)
Seasonal sales offer bargains for outdoor furnishings Aug 9, 2008
It's a chance to buy additional pieces for a set you already own, finally buy something to replace those cheap chairs on your deck or stock up on garden equipment, grills, outdoor pillows, umbrellas and more. Butler said it's part of the normal business pattern for home and garden stores, and some sales start after the July Fourth weekend, when summer is just getting into full swing. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Ballard Designs celebrates 25 years Aug 9, 2008
She envisioned funky planters, or maybe a storage unit for outdoor pillows ... Home Accents Today revenue estimates include decorative accessories, luxury sheets and pillows, and accent furniture but not items such as large furniture or housewares. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
The Latest Home Improvement Trend -- Making What's Old New Again Aug 9, 2008
Rather than buying new furniture, they are rearranging current pieces, adding pillows and throws. And when it comes to floors, rather than buying new carpet, they're showing growing interest in reclaimed wood flooring. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Interior Design for the Sports Lover Aug 9, 2008
Blankets and team logo pillows are great accessories for a sports-themed room and are an affordable way to add decor without breaking the bank ... Pillows and blankets are a great way to get comfortable when you're sitting in your favorite chair or sharing the couch during game time. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Harkrader loans Chinese items during XXIX Summer Olympics Aug 9, 2008
Harkrader s Chinese pieces currently on display at the library include ink paintings, dishes carved in layered lacquer, embroidered pillows, a portable shrine, cloisonn; jars, a blue and white rice-serving bowl, a pink and white rice bowl with chopsticks, a Buddha statue pictured with children, a statue of temple dogs protecting the world, a pair of carved bookends and several intricately painted glass bottles. Also featured in the collection is a nutshuki a carving which shows two things at... (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
For your information Aug 9, 2008
Items needed include: soap, shampoo, conditioner, bug spray, sun block, Band-Aids, flip flops, duffel bags, back packs, sleeping bags, beach towels, pillows, flashlights and batteries, new bathing suits for boys and girls, new sneakers, water bottles, stationery paper, envelopes, and stamps. Please note that HAWC can only accept new items for summer camp. (Georgetown Record, MA)
More of this story Aug 9, 2008
The movies are screened atop the Bonaventure at dusk, and pillows and blankets are encouraged. 404 S. Figueroa St., or. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Investment paying off handsomely Aug 8, 2008
With its exterior covered in thin, plastic, hexagonal pillows, the National Aquatics Center was built to resemble bubbling water, although it more accurately resembles glowing bubble wrap. Designers made the National Aquatics Center a prime example of "green" architecture, which Olympic organizers are quick to point out. (Boston Globe)
US pastor paints Beijing hotel rooms in protest Aug 8, 2008
BEIJING (AP) - An American pastor checked into upscale hotels in the Olympics host city this week, filmed himself painting two of his rooms with slogans like "Beijing 2008 Our world Our nightmare'' and then disappeared. Without paying. Eddie Romero's unusual protest, now making the rounds on YouTube, shows that foreigners can still sneak through the tight security measures China imposed to keep potential troublemakers away from the games, which start Friday. The net tightened even more Thursday.... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Craving Romantic Energy in the Bedroom? Come to Your Senses Aug 8, 2008
Throw pillows and drapes can also spark some visual heat in a cool room ... Consider soft accent pillows or blankets in a material like chenille. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Redecorate a bedroom inexpensively Aug 8, 2008
Another option, says Mathison, is removing your headboard and adding extra pillows in its place. (She also recommends bed risers to change the look of the bed and create extra storage space. (AZCentral -- Home)
Baby, you can drive my car ... Aug 8, 2008
"It had leopard skin seat covers and there were pillows in the back," she recalls. "I'd chuck all my stuff in and park in loading zones. It was brilliant. It cost me $2000 and I actually bought it just before I got my licence and might have even been driving a little bit before I got my licence. I was pretty desperate to get on the road.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Head coach: Chinese shuttlers fully prepared Aug 8, 2008
"They even brought their own pillows to the Olympic village," said the head coach, regarding the convenience as a certain kind of home advantage. "Our shuttlers enjoy better shape than the previous time and a pleasant feeling, since they are competing on home courts," Li said, adding that they all developed more confidence in themselves. (Xinhuanet, China)
American Protester Paints Beijing Hotel Rooms Aug 8, 2008
He slashed pillows and staged mock killings with stuffed people propped on the bed, red paint spattered like blood on the headboard. "One down," Romero whispers, looking into the video camera. (CBS News -- World)
Lomong chosen to carry US flag Aug 7, 2008
"I bought sheets and pillows and I just threw them in the closet," said Torres, who's competing in her fifth Games. "It's like being at a Marriott.". (Boston Globe)
Fresh Start:August 6, 2008 Aug 7, 2008
Fresh Start - The Daily Collegian Online. Updated August 6, 2008 12:59 AM 8941. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Online travel agencies fear years of fast growth are over Aug 7, 2008
Airlines also have angered travelers by introducing fees for items and services like in-flight refreshments, baggage checks and even pillows that once were complimentary. But it is not just passengers who will share the pain. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Don't Renovate -- Refresh With Cost-effective Furnishings and Tips Aug 7, 2008
Layering throws and pillows adds depth and comfort, and brightening a dining room with crisp table linens and stately candle accessories adds a touch of refined class. Of course, a simple fresh coat of paint can both cleanse and color any room. (Pekin Times, IL)
Hereu honored at the State House as 'Hero Among Us' Aug 7, 2008
After a Dec. 4 fire ravaged an Everett neighborhood, Hereu, was so moved by the disaster that he launched a mission to collect toys, clothes, blankets, pillows and other goods for victims of the fire that left 47 people homeless, including nine children, and destroyed 21 cars. The heroes, each of whom was recognized at a Celtics home game during the season, were called to the stage individually to receive congratulations from Davis, Cahill, DeNucci, White, Epstein and others. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Breathe Easy this Allergy Season Aug 7, 2008
Cover all mattresses and pillows with zippered, dust-proof covers. Choose a material, like plastic, vinyl or fabrics, with pores too small to allow dust mites through. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Delta Adds First-Ever Nonstop Service Between Atlanta and Mumbai, India Aug 7, 2008
Customers flying BusinessElite on any Delta international aircraft enjoy Delta on Demand featuring first-run and popular classic movies, music, TV programming and video games -- all available on demand; a five-course menu offering culinary creations by celebrity chef Michelle Bernstein, including an appetizer, soup or salad, and choice of four entrees (including a vegetarian selection); a reinvented wine program launched in February by Master Sommelier Andrea Robinson featuring wines from around... (Primezone Releases)
How can shows be improved? Aug 7, 2008
They also dealt with piles of discarded clothing, shoes, tarps, pillows, hats and other items left behind by the crowd Saturday night. Several wallets, cellphones and other valuables were turned in and reclaimed by their owners over the last couple of days. (Times and Transcript)
Frontier: No more pillows, blankets Aug 6, 2008
pulled blankets and pillows off its planes late last month, a move that will save the carrier an estimated $100,000 a year in replacement and laundry costs ... The Denver-based carrier is evaluating if it will start charging customers for pillows and blankets like low-cost rival JetBlue Airways Corp. ... JetBlue started charging $7 for eco-friendly pillows and blankets this month on flights longer than two hours. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Need an in-flight nap? It'll cost you Aug 6, 2008
Low-cost carrier announces $7 charge for pillows and blankets ... NEW YORK - JetBlue Airways Corp. said Monday it is now charging customers for pillows and blankets ... The carrier has done away with the recycled blankets and pillows used on its flights, and has started offering an "eco-friendly" travel blanket and pillow that can be purchased for $7 on flights longer than two hours. (MSNBC -- Travel)
JetBlues: Airline to Charge $7 Pillow Fee Aug 6, 2008
Sleep Tight: JetBlue Now Charging $7 for Pillows ... And now JetBlue is charging for pillows ... Yes, that's right: those looking to catch a few hours of sleep on that red-eye flight home will first have to shell out $7 for a pillow and blanket kit from JetBlue, the first American carrier to charge for pillows. (ABC News -- Business)
On JetBlue, a blanket and pillow will cost you $7 Aug 6, 2008
The airline said Monday that it had begun offering "eco-friendly" blankets and pillows to passengers on flights longer than two hours. The take-home kits replaced JetBlue's once-free pillows and blankets and cost $7. (Yahoo News -- Aviation and Aerospace)
JetBlue Charges for Pillows, Blankets Aug 6, 2008
jetBlue Charges for pillows (jetBlue) NEW YORK (AP) - It's something else you'll have to pay for that you used to get for free during an airline flight. JetBlue says it's now charging customers for pillows and blankets ... The airline says it's doing away with the recycled blankets and pillows it had been using. (FOX23 News, NY)
JetBlue to charge $7 for pillow, blanket kit Aug 6, 2008
NEW YORK JetBlue Airways Corp. said Monday it will begin charging customers for pillows and blankets. The carrier has done away with the recycled blankets and pillows used on its flights, and will begin offering an eco-friendly travel blanket and pillow that can be purchased for $7 on flights longer than two hours. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
JetBlue puts a price on its pillows Aug 5, 2008
Try pillows and blankets ... "Replacing our old, recycled pillows and blankets with this state-of-the-art, high quality take-home kit is an eco conscious, health conscious and customer conscious decision," said Brett Muney, JetBlue's general manager for product development ... Many major airlines got rid of pillows and blankets on domestic flights in 2005, when the industry was hit by a wave of bankruptcy filings. (Boston Globe)
JetBlue joins list of airlines charging for in-flight conveniences Aug 5, 2008
JetBlue to charge for pillows, blankets - Pittsburgh Business Times ... JetBlue to charge for pillows, blankets ... will begin charging passengers for pillows and blankets, the airline said Monday. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Airlines charge for water Aug 5, 2008
"Replacing our old, recycled pillows and blankets with this state-of-the-art, high-quality take home kit is an eco-conscious, health-conscious and customer-conscious decision," said JetBlue Airways General Manager of Product Development Brett Muney. AFP Digg | | | | | | Copyright 2002-2008 iafrica. (iAfrica.com)
Cristina Saralegui and Casa Cristina(TM) Debut New Collection of Bedding This Fall at Kohl's and kohls.com Aug 5, 2008
A lively pop of orange in the quilted 100% cotton coverlet and embroidered decorative pillows complement the clear blues of the collection ... Decorative pillows add texture and a cotton window panel with a decorative stripe border brings a luxuriant serenity to any bedroom. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
JetBlue to charge for pillows, blankets Aug 5, 2008
said Monday it will begin charging passengers $7 for pillows and blankets. The airline says it will replace its old in-flight pillows and blankets with an "eco-friendly" kit that can be purchased on flights of longer than two hours ... "Replacing our old, recycled pillows and blankets with this state-of-the-art, high-quality take home kit is an eco-conscious, health-conscious and customer-conscious decision," said Brett Muney, general manager of product development for JetBlue. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Dream comes true for Prairieville boy Aug 4, 2008
A blast of exhaust painted onto the wall, bed sheets with brightly colored rockets and pillows shaped like aliens add to the look. But one of the other highlights of the room isn't visible until after dark. (Nola.com -- Sports)
