Tis the season to enjoy the great outdoors...

So, here's an item to help you and your pet(s) do just that:

Available from: http://www.therefinedcanine.com/outdoor-dog-chaise-lounger.html

Here's the product description:

Enjoy your time in the sun while your dog relaxes in the shade. The Outdoor Dog Chaise Lounger is a stylish dog bed that perfect for any deck or poolside patio.

The Outdoor Dog Chaise Lounger is made of waterproof poly rattan material and includes a comfortable, 6" thick, outdoor cushion.

Constructed in poly rattan
Outdoor cushion machine washable
6" cushion with pillow top
Cushion raised off ground
Minimal assembly, tool included

Social media gets soft and cuddly...

Looking to take a break from all the bad news and negative chatter on the Internet? Well, check out this Facebook group that's helping to make the Internet a softer and cozier place: "I'm soft, stuffed and cute and I'm on Facebook."

The group is self-described as: For everyone who is cuddly and soft.

Amongst other content, you can find photos of stuffed animals doing all sorts of cute things, including traveling. And, of course, you can get into the act and post your own photos.

Here are some examples from the group's Facebook page:

Sticker appeal

A trend in home decoration is the application of large wall stickers to a room. This is one of the prettiest options I've seen yet:
Vinyl Wall Art Decal Sticker Floral Ornaments Flower LARGE Design #310
Available for $39.95 from amazon.com

Cute idea!

From HomeMadeSimple.com, check out "6 Smart uses for ice cube trays."

It'll likely make you wonder: "Why didn't I think of that?"

Soft, cozy and cute: Fashionable hats for babies

This week, we're featuring the Facebook page "All Yarned Out."

Check out this Facebook page, from which you can buy the adorable hats for babies shown below and others, as well as additional original crafts created out of yarn.

Unique homes

Today's Soft and Cozy focus is on unique homes people are creating out of buildings and other structures.

For example, check out this former grain silo in Woodland, Utah that I'm absolutely in love with!




More great pictures you should definitely check out of this dwelling are at:
http://www.trendir.com/house-design/silo-house-in-utah-grain-silos-rock.html

Also, check out "Unique Converted Homes" at:
http://realestate.yahoo.com/promo/unique-converted-homes.html

Today's pick: An inexpensive gift for home or office that will create smiles on a daily basis...

"Cute Overload Page-a-day Desk Calendar 2011"
Available at www.amazon.com for $5