If you’re going to hang a poster at least put it in a frame.
Art can come in all sorts of forms, posters being one of them.
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I don’t really have a problem with posters in general, but I take issue with their lazy aesthetic. Typically they’re taped onto the walls of college dorms.
If you’re going to use a poster, dress it up by framing it. This helps the poster stand out more and makes it feel more like a design decision rather than a place filler.
By getting the same frame in multiple quantities you can also help unify a collection of posters and make them flow more cohesively through a space.
Popcorn ceilings are awful to look at and to take down.
Removing popcorn ceilings is a rather inexpensive yet dramatic change that can positively impact a space.
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Popcorn ceilings can cause competing textures in a space and make it feel less open.
Without popcorn ceilings, a space is elevated. You also get an environment that lets the walls and furniture take the focus while leaving the ceiling out of the equation.
I recently helped a friend take down popcorn ceilings in their new condo. Although it took hours to complete and all I got out of it was free pizza and half a bottle of wine, it really was worth it.
Futons give off college-dorm energy.
Not only do futons rarely, if ever, add anything to the rooms looks-wise, but also they’re never comfortable.
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Many people use these as a bed for visiting guests but, speaking from experience, I’d rather sleep on a comfortable sofa than a futon with metal bars digging into my back.
If you host frequently and don’t have a spare room, I highly suggest investing in a nice air mattress instead of an uncomfortable futon. You can tuck an air mattress in the back of your closet when it’s not in use … good luck hiding that eyesore of a futon.
In my opinion, bed skirts instantly age a space.
There are better ways to hide the stuff beneath your bed.
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Bed skirts make a space look like a museum, and they also remind me of my great-grandma’s room when I was growing up.
If bedding that reaches the floor is a priority for you, I’d suggest investing in a platform bed. It can give you a similar look while modernizing the bed and giving you one less piece of bedding to buy.
Fake plants and fruit aren’t worth it.
Some real plants can be pretty easy to keep alive.
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Skip the fake stuff, especially since real plants enhance the overall environment of the space.
I understand not everyone was born with a green thumb but I’ve found that snake plants, aloe, and bamboo are some of the easiest plants to take care of.
There are also many apps that can track growth and tell you how much sun and water plants need — it takes all the guessing out of it.
There are so many ways to achieve a cohesive room without having every piece of furniture be from the same collection.
Matching furniture sets are perhaps most common in bedrooms.
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I commonly see matching sets in master bedrooms, where the bed, nightstands, and dressers are all the same color and finish.
But it’s more visually interesting to switch your furniture up. I’d start with a fabric headboard to soften the space, a wood grain for a dresser, and a solid-painted nightstand set.
You can switch this combo up as desired, but the visual difference creates contrast.
We also commonly see sets in living rooms. Instead of getting the same sofa and love seat, try to choose two different fabrics that complement each other. Doing this reads less, “I got this on sale” and more, “I made this design decision on purpose.”
This may be controversial, but I’d never want an outdated-looking ceiling fan in my home.
Really look at your options if you’re going to have a ceiling fan.
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I have never been one of those people that need to sleep with a fan on. In fact, I find it very difficult to sleep with a fan on and I dislike having them in a home.
Ceiling fans are certainly functional, but I cannot stand the look of them. I’ve seen people spend hundreds of thousands of dollars on renovations and new furniture sets just to have a ceiling fan floating above it all.
If a ceiling fan is a must — for a lot of people, it is — I recommend really looking into different options and finding one that complements the overall design of your space instead of one that sticks out like a sore thumb.
I think typical recliners are such a waste of space.
If you’re getting a recliner, get one that’s more subtle.
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Although I can admit classic, puffy recliners are just about the comfiest pieces of furniture I’ve ever sat on, I prefer to find a balance of comfort and aesthetics.
These days, you can find seamlessly designed recliners that look like regular accent chairs. Or you get an ordinary chair and add an ottoman.
You can kick your feet up on an ottoman, use it as extra seating, and have it add a pop of color or a pattern to your space.
Black bedding may look good at first, but it’s not worth the headache of keeping it clean.
I had black bedding once and I immediately got rid of it.
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I’ve been saving photos of chic beds with black duvets and pillows on Pinterest for years, but when I finally got black bedding it was a disaster.
It looked great for the first couple of days but then every single piece of dust or hair in the room started to accumulate on it.
I would lint roll and vacuum the bedding in the morning before work and, by the time I got home, it would look like it was dragged through an alley all over again.
It became such an eyesore I didn’t even keep the bedding on for a full week.
Instead, get black accent pillows or throw blankets that can help you achieve a similar look while saving you the headache of constant cleaning.
The report issued Wednesday reported potential buyers and sellers retreated from the luxury market in 2022 as the housing industry responded to troubles like fascination level hikes, large inflation and regulatory troubles, location the stage for selling prices to neat this calendar year amid continued need for housing.
Don Kottick, president and CEO of Sotheby’s International Realty Canada, reported luxurious housing segments in some Canadian metropolitan regions had been both approaching or already in buyer’s market circumstances by the stop of 2022, and he predicted an additional “important adjustment” on pricing on the horizon in the coming months.
“It has taken many months for property sellers to realize the effects of the shifting current market on the market values of their properties. As new residence listings come on to the industry in 2023, their pricing will change to meet up with existing realities,” Kottick claimed in a prepared statement.
“This will start off to unlock lengthy-awaited prospects for consumers and upsizers to obtain properties that meet their lifestyle requires as they acclimatize to the sector.”
Sotheby’s report found luxury sales fell yr-more than-calendar year in big Canadian towns. In the Bigger Toronto Area, household genuine estate gross sales over $4 million fell nearly a quarter from 2021 to 2022, and income above $10 million fell 29 for every cent.
Vancouver also observed a sharp decline in superior-finish true estate sales, notably in the very first quarter of the 12 months, with residential income in excess of $4 million falling by 30 for every cent by the finish of 2022. Residential profits more than $10 million fell 46 for each cent from 2021 stages.
The report stated Montreal’s luxury serious estate industry “tempered to far more balanced conditions” more than the course of final calendar year, with household product sales above $4 million close to 2021 amounts and an 18 per cent yearly decrease in product sales action for residences in excess of $1 million.
Calgary was an outlier that outperformed other metropolitan places and observed sales of properties more than $1 million increase 16 for every cent from 2021 to 2022. Sales around $4 million mature 50 for each cent, the report explained, with 6 qualities marketed in that rate variety. The report said the city’s solid economy “ignited client confidence” even though interprovincial migration contributed to escalating desire for housing.
Kottick famous that housing deficits will continue to challenge housing marketplaces in significant cities in 2023, and while rates are anticipated to go down, pent-up desire and immigration populace gains “will continue to assist housing values in the prolonged phrase.”
New policies aimed at restricting foreign participation in the housing sector “will have a negligible influence on affordability” and have confuse d potential new Canadians, he extra.
PHOENIX — From taking the kids to watch their favorite Disney characters, to having fun at a free East Valley festival, and possibly having date night at an ASU hockey game — there’s lots to do this weekend!
Where: Arizona State Fair Grounds [1826 W McDowell Rd] in Phoenix
Deals: $4 admission for guests with military identification; Children 2 years and under enter for free; Seniors 60+ on Friday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. pay $4; From 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Sunday, admission is $2.
Some of the activities the event will feature, include: a life-sized hamster wheel that attendees get on, create a custom football player card with their pet’s photo and more.
Cost: Free
When: Sunday, January 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: PetSmart [25372 N Lake Pleasant Pkwy] in Peoria
When: You have a chance to skate here until January 16, 2023. Session times vary throughout the week, click here to see the skating hours calendar.
Cost: Adults/children [$20 includes skate rental/ $17 if you bring your own skates], toddlers: [$16], military [$17] and season pass [$145, includes skate rental].
Gorgeous custom made-crafted residence in the prestigious State Club of South Carolina neighborhood. Located waterfront on Lake Bennett, this dwelling features every single consideration to element. The inside features a gorgeous stone entry with tailor made designed, significant iron and glass front doors and a lovely lobby top into a enormous good space with stone fire. The chef’s kitchen consists of all Thermador appliances like gasoline cooktop, customized paneled refrigerator, oven, microwave and dishwasher, coffee bar, stroll-in pantry, massive stonework island, all with gorgeous granite countertops and customized-designed cupboards with hidden storage and beneath counter lighting. Even has prompt scorching drinking water! The great space and learn bedroom open up to a substantial screened porch that runs the duration of the house. The spacious 1st ground owner’s suite bed room incorporates a crafted-in amusement space, trey ceiling and his & her closets with designed-ins. The spa like owner’s suite bath contains an air tub and different huge porcelain tile shower, his & her vanities with marble countertops and individual make up vainness. Downstairs you will locate an added full tub and dry bar perfect for entertaining, as nicely as the official eating place and a flex place, including workplace/visitor bed room. Upstairs you will find two quite roomy bedrooms with stroll in closets, a enormous second dwelling region or fourth bed room with a wander in closet and large comprehensive toilet with custom made vanity and skylight. Every single inch of this property has been utilized producing a vast quantity of stroll-in storage area in the course of the house. A person location is all set to be walled off for supplemental rooms and features a skylight. And that is just the interior! The outdoor screened porch is large enough for a massive lounging space, as effectively as a dining area and arrives with a gasoline grill and hooked up exhaust hood. It also has a absolutely heated & cooled 50 percent bath. The backyard is an oasis, including a beautiful gunite pool that has a liner to present a tender sense for your toes, gorgeous decking, fenced garden, seawall and dock on the lake. The yard includes a sprinkler process that pumps from the lake and a independent storage creating ideal for pool provides and yard utensils. The driveway is further wide and triple concrete poured to supply extra thickness and width to provide simple entry/exit to the 3-car or truck garage. The entrance of the home has further parking for visitors. If you are wanting for luxurious residing on h2o in a lovely country club community setting, this residence is for you!!
If you want to give your kitchen an inexpensive new-for-2023 makeover, Walmart’s the place to go. That’s because the retailer has marked down a number of The Pioneer Woman kitchen essentials and appliances, including this toaster with Ree Drummond’s signature floral print. It’s just $20, reduced from $30.
Made by Hamilton Beach, this 4.5-star-rated The Pioneer Woman toaster features extra-wide slots (perfect for Texas toast), plus a feature to accurately toast bagels, waffles, English muffins and more breakfast foods. There’s a defrost option, too.
“Love this toaster,” says one Walmart reviewer. “The wider slots are definitely a plus and it adds a splash of color. Mine sits close to my stove and is so much easier to keep clean than my old chrome one.”
The Pioneer Woman extra-wide slot toaster, $20 (reduced from $30)
Best New Year’s 2023 deals at Walmart
If you’re looking for a great deal at Walmart, start here. The retailer is offering deep discounts on a variety of popular items, including Apple Watches, Samsung tablets, HP Chromebooks and more in 2023.
The Pioneer Woman 25-piece pantry essentials set: $60
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Right now, you can give your whole pantry a new-for-2023 makeover with this 25-piece kitchen essentials set from The Pioneer Woman.
This adorable pantry set includes a utensil crock, napkin box, silicone tool set, butter dish, measuring cups and spoons, a sugar bowl, ramekins and more.
Says one Walmart reviewer about this 4.7-star-rated set: “I bought this set for a housewarming gift. You can’t go wrong with anything The Pioneer Woman. They absolutely loved it.”
The Pioneer Woman 25-piece pantry essentials set, $60 (reduced from $75)
The Pioneer Woman FlexBrew single-serve coffeemaker: $40
Walmart
Now is the perfect time to upgrade your kitchen essentials: Walmart has rolled back prices on a number of The Pioneer Woman kitchenware and appliances. You can get a new single-serve coffee maker, complete with Ree Drummond’s signature floral prints, for just $40 right now. That’s a savings of $10.
Walmart reviewers rave about this 4.2-star-rated single-serve Hamilton Beach coffee maker that brews up to 10 ounces of coffee via K-cup pods or up to 14 ounces via ground coffee. “There is no clock to program, no brew size to program,” says one verified purchaser. “All you have to do is pop in your pod or use the cup for your own coffee. Put in your water and brew. It is as simple as that.”
“I would highly recommend this product,” the reviewer concludes.
The Pioneer Woman FlexBrew single-serve coffee maker, $40 (reduced from $50)
The Pioneer Woman comforter set: $25
Amazon
Looking to refresh your bedding in 2023? Then check out this unbeatable deal on the 4.2-star-rated The Pioneer Woman 4-piece comforter set. It’s just $25 at Walmart — well under half price.
“This comforter set by pioneer woman is gorgeous,” raves on Walmart reviewer. “It is soft and great quality just like the other one I have in a different color scheme.”
The adorable 4-piece bedroom set comes with one comforter, two shams, and one decorative pillow. The set comes in two sizes, full/queen and king; both are $25. Choose between nine different designs.
The Pioneer Woman 4-piece comforter set, $25 (reduced from $69)
Apple Watch Series 8 (41mm): $369
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The Apple Watch Series 8 is a durable smartwatch that is swim-proof, dust-proof and crack-resistant. It also comes with a new crash detection feature, which detects when the wearer is in a severe car crash and alerts emergency services of their location.
The Apple Watch 8 has a number of health-tracking features, including an optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor for ECG, blood oxygen sensor and a new body temperature sensor. You can also tap into yoga, meditation and other workout programs via Apple Fitness+. (Apple Fitness+ is a subscription service. It costs $9.99 a month; Apple Watch buyers get the first month free.)
Apple Watch 8 (41mm) (GPS), $369 (reduced from $399)
Best budget Roku TV deals at Walmart
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Looking for the perfect budget TV for the the new year? Head over to Walmart — the retailer has restocked a number of its bestselling budget Roku smart TVs. No matter what size or resolution you need, there’s a deal for you.
Here’s a list of the best Roku TV deals at Walmart. As of publication, all these deals are still available.
24″ Onn Roku 720p HDTV, $88 (reduced from $138)
32″ Onn Roku 720p HDTV, $108 (reduced from $144)
32″ TCL Roku 3-Series 720p HDTV, $118 (reduced from $148)
32″ TCL Roku 3-Series 1080p HDTV, $148 (reduced from $250)
43″ Hisense Roku 720p HDTV, $198 (reduced from $249)
50″ Onn Roku 4K UHDTV, $238 (reduced from $268)
50″ TCL Roku 4-Series 4K UHDTV, $248
55″ TCL Roku 4-Series 4K UHDTV, $278
58″ Hisense Roku 4K UHDTV, $298 (reduced from $338)
65″ TCL Roku 4-Series 4K UHDTV, $378
55″ Elements Roku 4K outdoor TV, $998 (reduced from $1,298)
PlayStation 5 God of War Ragnarok bundle: $559
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If you’re trying to get a PlayStation 5 console, head over to the Walmart website now — the console has been going in and out of stock over the past week. You can use the links below to head straight to the PS5 listings at Walmart and see if you can get lucky and find one.
PlayStation 5 God of War Ragnarok bundle, $559
Playstation 5 God of War Ragnarok bundle (Digital Edition), $459
Xbox Series X: $499
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The Xbox Series X boasts 4K resolution at 120 Hz, 3D spatial sound, 1 TB of blazing fast storage (and fast load times). It’s backwards compatible with thousands of Xbox games — even your old Xbox 360 and Xbox games.
Xbox Series X console, $499
Echelon Sport exercise rower: $297
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The Echelon sport exercise rower features 32 levels of magnetic resistance and a built-in tablet holder (up to 12.9 inches). It easily folds up when not in use for easy storage.
The Echelon Sport exercise rower includes a 30-day free trial membership to Echelon Premiere, with more than 40 daily live and 15,000 on-demand fitness classes. (Echelon Premiere costs $34.99 per month after that; membership is not required to use the rower.)
A budget-friendly, no-frills Fitbit that gets the job done, this easy-to-use, entry-level activity and sleep tracker offers a whopping 10-day battery life, various exercise modes, and 24/7 heart rate tracking. New subscribers receive a one-year, free trial of Fitbit Premium.
Available in three colors (black, lunar white and desert rose) and with multiple accessory options.
Fitbit Inspire 3, $80 (reduced from $100)
PowerXL dual-basket vortex air fryer: $69
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This top-of-the-line air fryer is currently $80 off. With this air fryer, you can use the dual-basket design to make two dishes at once or combine them into one extra-large 9-quart basket for larger items or family-sized meals.
The PowerXL features 7-in-1 functionality so that you can air fry, dehydrate, roast, broil, bake, air boil and reheat food all with one appliance.
PowerXL dual-basket vortex air fryer, $69 (reduced from $149)
75″ Vizio QLED 4K smart TV: $798
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This 4.6-star-rated television features 4K upscaling with Dolby Vision HDR, 32 active dimming zones, pixel-level brightness adjustment, and a gaming mode designed to reduce lag. Includes a voice remote.
We’ve seen most Walmart TV deals sell out really fast this season, so if you’re interested in scoring a top-rated Vizio television at a big discount, you’ll want to act now.
75″ Vizio 4K QLED, $798 (reduced from $998)
Wyze robot vacuum with room mapping: $149
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The Wyze robot vacuum, now less than half price at Walmart, features LIDAR navigation. The sensor on top of the vacuum maps your home, so you can create no-go zones on the accompanying app and have more control over cleanings. It’s able to handle height gaps of up to 0.8 inches, so it can easily transition between carpets and hardwood floors.
The Wyze robot vacuum has 2,100 Pa of suction and a 4.4-star rating at Walmart.
Wyze robot vacuum, $149 (reduced from $329)
Best Lego deals at Walmart right now
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Here’s a small selection of all the top-rated Lego sets available at Walmart right now.
Gourmia ice coffee maker: $25
Walmart
Looking to save money and make your coffee at home this year? This machine can easily brew iced coffee at home and it comes with a reusable tumbler.
Gourmia ice coffee maker, $25
27″ Asus TUF gaming monitor
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The Asus TUF gaming monitor is on sale right now at Walmart for over $100 off list price. It boasts a 1080p HD display, 1-millisecond response time and a 165 Hz refresh rate. The monitor provides high-quality visuals with enhanced details in dark areas of a game.
37″ Asus TUF gaming curved monitor, $190 (reduced from $299)
Walmart has the scents of the season on sale. You can pick up a Yankee Candle in balsam and cedar, Christmas cookie, cranberry chutney and more scents for $17 each during the Walmart New Years sale. Each 22-ounce candle burns for 110-150 hours.
Yankee Candle holiday scents, $17 (reduced from $19)
Hoover Power Dash pet carpet cleaner: $69
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The Hoover Power Dash pet carpet cleaner features a dual-tank water system, fast heated drying and a removable nozzle. Includes a power spin brush roll and two cleaning solution pods to get you started.
Hoover Power Dash pet carpet cleaner, $69 (reduced from $119)
Apple Watch SE (1st generation): $199
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The Apple Watch SE, the most affordable model in the Apple Watch lineup, is even more affordable now with this deal at Walmart. The smartwatch offers a 40mm screen and boasts a wide range of health and fitness features. It can also be used to play music, check your tests and make calls when paired with your iPhone.
Apple Watch SE GPS (1st generation), $199 (reduced from $279)
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic: $199
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The Galaxy Watch 4 Classic comes in just two (classic) colors: black and silver. You can customize the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic with a sold-separately Samsung band of your choice. You’ll save up to $165 at Walmart now with this deal.
Galaxy Watch 4 Classic (42mm), $199 (reduced from $350)
Galaxy Watch 4 Classic (46mm), $295 (reduced from $460)
Lenovo Ideapad 1i: $129
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This Lenovo Ideapad 1i has a 14-inch FHD display and Intel Celeron processor. It runs n the Windows 11 operating system. This affordable laptop is a great fit for students, professionals or anyone looking for a solid laptop to surf the web or watch Netflix on.
Lenovo Ideapad 1i, $129 (reduced from $375)
55″ Elements 4K outdoor Roku TV: $998
Walmart
This IP55 weatherproof TV with HDR10 is designed for outdoor use in all seasons — it works in temperatures from -4ºF to 104ºF. It features a tempered, anti-glare screen that’s bright enough for use in partial sun.
55″ Elements Roku 4K outdoor TV, $998 (reduced from $1,298)
75″ Samsung ‘The Frame’ TV: $2,797
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Walmart has the 75-inch model of Samsung’s popular ‘The Frame’ TV on sale now for $1,000 off. The Frame smart TV has a built-in motion sensor that activates your device to display your favorite pieces of art in 4K resolution whenever you enter the room. This QLED TV produces 100 percent color volume in the DCI-P3 color space, which is the format for most cinema screens and HDR movies for television.
75″ Samsung ‘The Frame’ smart TV, $2,797 (reduced from $2,999)
FitRx SmartBell adjustable dumbbells: $99
Walmart
Looking to get in better shape for the holidays, or get a head start on your New Year’s resolution? Walmart is offering quite the deal on FitRx SmartBell adjustable dumbbells. Originally $200, you can get one for $89 now at Walmart.
The 4.4-star-rated FitRx SmartBell adjustable dumbbell can be adjusted from 5 to 52.5 pounds in 2.5-pound increments. An anti-slip handle and safety lock keep plates in place during your workout. Comes with a storage rack.
At this price, why not pick up a set of two?
FitRx SmartBell adjustable dumbbells, $99 (reduced from $200)
Cricut Explore Air 2 Daybreak machine bundle: $169
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The Cricut Explore Air 2 is a true workhorse. It cuts up to 100 materials quickly and precisely, using commercial-grade technology to control the direction of its blade and the cutting pressure to match different materials. This bundle includes 40 vinyl sheets and several helpful tools to use while crafting with the Cricut.
Cricut Explore Air 2 Daybreak machine bundle, $169 (reduced from $199)
Xbox Series S Holiday Edition console: $240
Microsoft via Walmart
Here’s your opportunity to put a brand new gaming console under the Christmas tree and save money while doing it: You can get a the all-digital Xbox Series S Holiday Edition console for $240 at Walmart now. Tap the link below to score the deal while you can.
Xbox Series S Holiday Edition console (512 GB), $240 (reduced from $299)
The Pioneer Woman 11-piece knife block set: $49
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CBS Essentials readers can’t get enough of ‘The Pioneer Woman’ kitchenware — it seems to be the perfect combination of style, performance and value. This 4.7-star-rated stainless steel knife block set includes an eight-inch chef knife, an eight-inch bread knife, a 6.5-inch Nakiri knife, five-inch utility knife, 3.5-inch paring knife, four 4.5-inch steak knives, a pair of shears and an acacia block.
The Pioneer Woman 14-piece stainless steel knife block set: $69
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If you want an upgraded knife set from The Pioneer Woman, check out this expanded stainless steel set. The knives’ blades are made from specially formulated, high-alloy steel designed for strength, durability and precision cutting. It includes includes an eight-inch chef knife, an eight-inch bread knife, a 6.5-inch Nakiri knife, five-inch utility knife, 3.5-inch paring knife, 3.5-inch bird’s beak knife, six 4.5-inch steak knives, a pair of shears and an acacia block.
The Pioneer Woman 14-piece stainless steel knife block set, $69 (reduced from $77)
Disney Encanto 4-piece kids bedroom set: $75
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Give your toddler’s room a makeover for the new year. The four-piece Disney Encant bedroom set includes a sleep and play bed with a low mattress height and guardrails, a six-bin toy organizer with reusable cling stickers, a table and chair. Mattress is sold separately ($32).
Disney Encanto 4-piece bedroom set, $75 (reduced from $120)
Not the right design? Not to worry — Walmart offers this bedroom set with a number of different kid-friendly characters:
Apple iPad Air 5: $559
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Walmart is rolling back the price of the Apple iPad Air 5 right now.
Introduced in 2022, the 10.9-inch Apple iPad Air 5 is the latest in the lightweight iPad Air line. The iPad Air 5 offers performance up to 60 percent faster than the prior model, thanks to Apple’s turbo-charged M1 chip. The device boasts a 12 MP wide-angle back camera that supports 4K video. It also offers touch ID, and Apple’s Liquid Retina display.
If you’re looking for an affordable tablet this holiday season, check out the Lenovo Tab M8. The tablet offers an eight-inch HD display that’s great for streaming videos. The battery life is fairly long, with up to 15 hours of video playback on a single charge. The tablet also comes with a built-in kids-mode with Google Kids Space, making it a great gift for children.
Lenovo Tab M8, $89 (reduced from $119)
Apple AirPods (2nd generation): $120
Apple
Just about anyone will love these budget-minded Apple AirPods. They’re not the latest model, but they’re still one of the most sought-after earbud models on the market.
Retailing for $159 at Apple, they’re on currently sale at Walmart for $100. These AirPods boast more than 24 hours total listening time (with the wireless charging case), a foolproof, one-tap setup for Apple device owners and a low-latency wireless connection (for full immersion when consuming movies and music).
Apple AirPods (2nd generation), $120 (reduced from $159)
Samsung Galaxy Tab A8: $149
Samsung
The top-rated Galaxy Tab A8 offers a 10.5-inch LCD display, 32 GB of storage and fast-charging capabilities.
Now on sale at Walmart for $149, the Galaxy Tab A8 is a great budget tablet for gifting.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 (32 GB), $149 (reduced from $199)
Bissell CrossWave Pet vacuum: $228
Walmart
Looking for a more traditional Bissell upright vacuum, one that’s ideal for trapping pet dander and other allergens? Walmart is currently offering a great deal on this multi-surface wet dry vac. The Bissell CrossWave Pet features a tangle-free pet brush roll and a pet hair strainer that keeps all that shed fur from clogging up your machine.
Bissell CrossWave Pet wet dry vacuum, $228 (reduced from $299)
Roku Ultra LT 4K streaming device: $42
Walmart
This compact streaming device lets you stream your favorite shows and movies from streaming services like Paramount+.HBO Max, Netflix and more in 4K. The Roku interface is fast and easy to navigate. Right now, you can get this device for only $42.
Roku Ultra LT 4K streaming device, $42 (reduced from $80)
Beats Studio Buds: $100
Walmart
These sweat-resistant earbuds are ideal for avid runners or gym enthusiasts. They offer two levels of noise-canceling; active noise canceling and transparency mode.
Meanwhile, the IPX4 water resistance ensures they’re protected even when you’re sweating on them every day.
Beats Studio Buds, $100 (regularly $150)
The Pioneer Woman 12-piece ceramic cookware set: $89
Walmart
CBS Essentials readers haven’t been able to get enough of The Pioneer Woman cookware and kitchen items this holiday season. Now, Walmart has discounted this ceramic cookware set from the best-selling brand in time for the holidays. The set includes twelve items; a 1-quart saucepan, a 3-quart saucepan with lid, a 4.5-quart saute pan with lid, a 5-quart Dutch oven with lid, 8″ and 10″ skillets, an egg pan, an acacia woodturner and an acacia wood ladle.
The Pioneer Woman 12-piece ceramic cookware set, $89 (reduced from $99)
2022 was a strange year for anyone looking to buy property in the Tampa Bay area. For the first half of the year, historically low interest rates fueled by the COVID-19 pandemic triggered a home buying frenzy.
“We saw multiple offers and homes selling over the list price,” said Jennifer Zales, an agent with Coldwell Banker Realty who sold several of the highest grossing homes of the year.
But by the third quarter, interest rates started going up. The volume of sales began to decrease and homes were no longer selling as quickly.
Even amid all the chaos, the luxury market remained strong.
“We achieved new highs in 2022 in areas like Davis Islands and along the beaches,” Zales said.
The Tampa Bay Times reviewed data from the Multiple Listing Service to find the top home sales of the year. The 10 most expensive homes brought in more than $110 million in total. Nine out of the top 10 were bought in cash.
According to a 2022 trend report from Coldwell Banker, one-third of affluent individuals surveyed believe that real estate is the safest investment one can make when compared to stocks, bonds, pensions, and cryptocurrency.
“I hear this sentiment consistently from my buyers, which is why I expect this end of the market to remain stable,” Zales said.
Take a look back at the most expensive homes sold in our region last year.
1. $15 million – 78 Adalia Ave., Tampa
The basics: This 7,017 square foot home is located on a 0.4-acre waterfront lot on Davis Islands. It was built in 2015 and has five bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms.
The agent: Jennifer Zales from Coldwell Banker was listed as the sole agent.
Special features: Inside you’ll find a state of the art kitchen with a separate catering kitchen and wine cellar, an elevator up to the second floor and a home gym complete with a sauna. The terrace has an outdoor kitchen, a waterfront infinity pool as well as a private dock. There’s also an eight-car garage equipped with electric vehicle charging stations.
This 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home at 78 Adalia Dr. in Tampa sold for $15 million in 2022. It was the most expensive house sold in the Tampa Bay area last year. [ Tony Sica Photography ]
2. $13 million – 1761 Brightwaters Blvd. NE, St. Petersburg
The basics: This 8,234-square-foot home has five bedrooms, five full bathrooms and four half baths. It was built in 2022 on a 0.4-acre waterfront lot in the Snell Isle neighborhood.
The agents: Alexis Logan from Coldwell Banker was the listing agent. Chad Ramsey from Berkshire Hathaway HomeService was the selling agent.
Special features: The house includes an in-law suite with a kitchenette, an entertainment room with a pool table, a bar, a theater and a balcony with views of the bay and the St. Petersburg skyline. In the backyard you’ll find a pool, a spa, an outdoor kitchen and a private dock complete with a boat lift.
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1761 Brightwaters Blvd NE broke the record for most expensive home sold in the 33704 zip code. [ Tony Sica ]
3. $12.3 million – 48 Adalia Ave., Tampa
The basics: Built in 2004, this Davis Islands home has six bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms. The house is 7,367 square feet and is on nearly 0.4 acres of bayfront property.
The agents: Jennifer Zales from Coldwell Banker was the listing agent. Heidi Odio and Kerry Lather from Compass Florida LLC were the selling agents.
Special features: This home has several additional living spaces including a formal dining room, first floor guest suite, executive den/office, gym and state-of-the-art media room. Outdoors there is an additional kitchen, a covered terrace, a pool, a private dock and a boat lift.
This home at 48 Adalia Dr. in Tampa sold for $12.3 million in 2022. It has six bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms. [ Fastpix ]
4. $11.75 million – 1523 Oceanview Dr., Tierra Verde
The basics: This 9,463-square-foot home has six bedrooms and six full bathrooms and three half bathrooms. It is located on a 0.9-acre waterfront lot and was built in 2009.
The agent: Liz Heinkel with Smith & Associates was the listed as the sole agent.
Special features: There’s a billiard room and a movie theater with seating for 12. The outdoor area has a wood burning fireplace, a saltwater infinity pool and a pizza oven.
This is a 94,463 square foot home at 1523 Oceanview Dr. in Tierra Verde. It sold for $11.75 million in 2022. [ Tony Sica Photography ]
5. $10.8 million – 2621 N Dundee St., Tampa
The basics: This 8-bedroom, 9.5-bathroom house is 10,879 square feet in total. It was built in 2018 on a 0.9-acre lot in the Sunset Park neighborhood.
The agents: Jeff Shelton from Compass Florida LLC was the listing agent. Paul DeSantis from Premier Sotheby’s International Realty was the selling agent.
Special features: This home has a mediterranean style design with several terraces and handcrafted archways. The master suite has a dressing room with its own hidden entrance to the home gym.
This 8-bedroom, 9.5-bathroom home at 2621 N Dundee St. in Tampa sold for $10.8 million in 2022. [ Tony Sica Photography ]
6. $10. 7 million – 15802 Gulf Blvd., Reddington Beach
The basics: This new construction home was built in 2022 and has six bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms. It is 8,500 square feet in total and is located on a 0.4-acre lot.
The agents: Michelle Fitz-Randolph from Coldwell Banker Realty is the listing agent. Jennifer Zales from Coldwell Banker Realty is the selling agent.
Special features: This home has 90 feet of water frontage and includes includes an elevator, and a 10-car garage.
This home at 15802 Gulf Blvd. in Reddington beach sold for $10.7 million in 2022. [ Michelle Fitz-Randolph ]
7. $9.95 million – 1997 Oceanview Dr., Tierra Verde
The basics: This is a 10,238-square-foot home with seven bedrooms, eight full bathrooms and two half bathrooms. It was built in 1999 and is located on a 0.7-acre lot.
The agents: Dania Perry from Century 21 Jim White & Associates was the listing agent. Robyn Gunn from Premier Sotheby’s International Realty was the selling agent.
Special features: The living room includes a built in saltwater aquarium and 23-foot high ceilings. There’s also a wine room, a game room and a theater room. The pool features a hot tub as well as a built in tiki bar.
1997 Oceanview Dr. in Tierra Verde has seven bedrooms, eight full bathrooms and two half bathrooms. It sold for $9.95 million. [ YourDigitalPro ]
8. $9.89 million – 38 Sandpiper Rd., Tampa
The basics: There are six bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms in this 7,608-square-foot home. This South Tampa house was built in 2020 on a 0.2-acre waterfront lot.
The agent: Jennifer Zales from Coldwell Banker Realty was the sole agent.
Special features: Indoors you’ll find a wine cellar, a full bar, an elevator and a theater. Outdoors there’s an infinity pool and a boat dock.
38 Sandpiper Rd. is a 7,608 square foot home in Tampa. It sold for $9.89 million in 2022. [ Tony Sica Photography ]
9. $8.5 million – 5117 W Poe Ave., Tampa
The basics: This is a new construction home set to be built on a 0.29-acre waterfront lot in South Tampa. The home will be 6,500 square feet in total and will include five bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms.
The agent: Jeff Shelton from Compass Florida represented the buyer and the seller.
Special features: The home’s design includes a floating staircase, a sauna and a wine room.
This home at 5117 W Poe Avenue in Tampa sold for $8.5 million in 2022. [ Steven Anthony Luxury Homes ]
10. $8.5 million – 280 Gulf Blvd., Belleaire Shores
The basics: This four-bedroom, five-bathroom home spans 3,444 square feet. It was built in 1978 on a 1.16-acre beachfront lot in a gated community.
The agents: Andrea Hartmann from the Sandy Hartmann Group was the listing agent. Dania Perry from Century 21 Jim White & Associates was the selling agent.
Special features: The master suite has a private balcony, his and hers walk in closets and a newly remodeled en-suite bathroom. There is also a garden with a gazebo, covered patio space, a heated swim spa and private beach access.
This home at 280 Gulf Blvd. sold for $8.5 million in 2022. It has four bedrooms and five bathrooms. [ Bear Karry Productions ]
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