W Hotel design deal

The W Hotel is calling all home hipster's looking for a cool weekend hideaway.

The chain's current "Fall into Design" package dishes out a "free" Jonathan Adler ceramic bud vase and candle as well as 10-percent off at the designer's stores or website http://www.jonthanadler.com/!

On top of that, visitors will receive a five finger discount on a Surface Magazine subscription and two "creative" cocktails. Hopefully a champagne mojito is on the menu...

The design-savvy deal is good at 17 locations through December 23, 2007. Rates start around $155 per night depending on the locale; visit http://www.whotels.com/ to book now!

Cuddle time!

October is just a day away and you know what that means -- time to whip out our cozy blankies! Need a new one for TV time or to drape over the sofa?

Calypso has these cute woven cotton throws with pom pom trim in a dozen color options including lime, orange and chocolate. The cuddly blankets are $50 and available on the cool lifestyle brand's website http://www.calypso-celle.com/.

Be a DIY diva

How cute is this DIY desk area?

It's all Elfa shelving from The Container Store, which is on sale right now!

Don't miss the canvas cubby accessories and acrylic holders too...

Pillow talk

This weekend a PMP reader asked me where to find retrolicious white furry pillows. No problem, I have three -- they're the perfect way to sass up any shack.

The silky smooth faux option above is $50 at www.pillowsandthrows.com. I also found the real deal made with lambswool for $68 at www.chiasso.com.

One of mine was found on a treasure hunt at TJ Maxx. You can't buy from the company's site, but keep your eyes peeled next time you go.

La-Z-Boy bummer

Sad news: La-Z-Boy and Todd Oldham are ending their price-savvy furniture partnership at the end of the year.

You know what that means. We only have a few more months to bulk up on the groovy upholstered furnishings and decorative accessories. Visit www.lazboy.com to find the retailer nearest you.

Oldham is moving on to Old Navy next, wonder if they'll introduce any home items...

All a board

We all have a draw chock full of thank-you notes, party invites and wacky pix we just can't part with.

Turn the odds 'n ends into a masterpiece with this beautiful baroque framed message board. It's only $46 at trendy tween fashion outpost dELiA's or online at http://www.delia/com.

Ice ice baby

Every chic party needs a cool ice bucket -- no pun intended. I love this $9.99 acrylic choice from The Container Store.

Adore acrylic as much as me? Type the word into the search tab at www.containerstore.com to see nine pages chock full of gadgets in the clear plastic!

A floral note

Is your place in a rut? Here's a quick fix: FLOWERS!

One of my favorite sites is www.ftd.com for its cool arrangements and quick shipping. They even have a hefty sale section that includes these orchids and sleek vase for $54.99.

Fashionistas will love the looks by Todd Oldham and Vera Wang...

Half off at Restoration Hardware

Through October 1st, Restoration Hardware is slashing prices up to 50-percent online.

Just visit www.restorationhardware.com and click on "sale" to browse the bounty of items that includes these minimalist accent tables. Enter code HFLSCEB7 for an additional 10-percent off at check out!

Chandeliers with a wink

Fancy chandeliers out of your budget? How about this whimsical version by Dutch designer Nicolette Brunklaus.

The hanging decorated drum shade is available at www.lekkerhome.com for $395 and comes complete with a ceiling mount and wiring. It's not cheap, but much less than the real thing...

Pillows with punch

Tired of giving candles as gifts? Bring a cheeky custom pillow next time!

These personalized photo pillows are available at http://www.gifts.com/ for only $19.95. Just upload your favorite shot to the site, and they'll add it to a 16 X 16-inch hand-washable cotton pillow cover with a zippered back.

I love the faux antique frame style; simpler ones are also available.

Pretty in pink

You don't get one, but two of these hot pink chairs with steel frames for $174.99 at www.overstock.com.

Shipping is only $2.95, what are you waiting for?

A bowl of laughs

Chiasso gets cheeky with its four-piece "Photo Bowl" collection.

Surreal pix of potato chips, popcorn, grapes and mixed fruit decorate the inside of the deep melamine dishes, which have mod solid colors on the outside.

Come on, they only cost $24 a pop. Add some humor at home and visit www.chiasso.com.

Crazy for these lamps by Crate & Barrel

Everyone loves Crate & Barrel for its stylish-n-cheap cocktail napkins, melamine dishes and throw pillows. Now it's time to add lamps to that list.

How groovy are these ceramic table toppers with equally sassy shades? Even better, each is $75 or less! You know the saying, hurry while supplies last...

Martha cuts a rug

Martha Stewart has a million collections out there. It's only natural that she added another with hip modular carpet company FLOR.

Thank goodness, because her namesake collection with the cool company doesn't only work for homes with a traditional sensibility like most of her other lines. There are nine color waves, several textures and even bold patterns like the "Needlepoint Stripe" above.

Best of all you can work the carpet "tiles" to make any sort of floor covering -- runner, rug, wall-to-wall carpet -- to fit your needs. Visit www.flor.com to start shopping.

DWR freebie -- almost

I've always loved Piet Boon's iconic "BeeBoard" desk. But until recently it was usually $700 or more, for the real thing at least.

Right now Design Within Reach is clearing out the classic piece and giving it away for $339 . They'll even ship it to you for free -- just visit www.dwr.com.

Weekend project

We all have an old scarf tucked deep in our drawers that we just can't toss. Or a dress, skirt, even a vintage linen napkin.

I made use of this graphic designer scarf by turning it into a pillow. You can too by just sewing your beloved misfit to a piece of suede or cotton and stuffing it with an insert.

Make it look fancy for about $50 by taking it to a pro. Have him or her add piping to the edges to make it super posh.

Planning a party?

Sorry for being so MIA lately -- blame it on the holiday weekend... But no worries, I'm back! And speaking of fun-filled weekends, here's an idea.

Libbey has glass partyware sets for tapas, margaritas and more. I can't get enough of the company's 12-piece stemless red and white wine glass package (above) for only $19.99.

I also have my eye on the $19.99 brunch box that includes plates, pitchers and tumblers! See which set fits your style at http://www.linensnthings.com/. (Hint, search under Libbey.)