Bright ideas we gathered from your comments.

1. Biodegradable cutlery is not a myth. Says reader Alison: “Here in Portland, the wonderful local/natural grocery chain New Seasons uses the “Spudware - cutlery made from potatoes” for folks who want utensils for takeout food.” Click here to see more discoveries in Blogwatch.

2. Trendy decorating can be dangerous. Our post off What Decorating Trend Are You Sick Of? has caused a healthy debate. Birds, decals, blue/brown … there are lots of things you are ready to file away in the basement. One writer Becky, points out that blogs themselves contribute to the constant shifting of opinions. She wrote: “I think blogs have sped up the design trends coming in and going out to warp mode. We’re all always looking for the next thing and we get satisfaction on a daily basis.” Click here to read more and join in the discussion.

3. We’re jealous of Mary T. and others who live in Seattle and could attend the Lab at Velocity Art & Design. As Tula says: “Do I need to move Seattle? I am craving this Lab series!” Click here to read more about this super cool event.

4. There’s more than one way to make Angela M.’s Turkey Meat Loaf. Miranda “made this recipe with chicken and fresh sauteed spinach.” Yum. Click here for this classic dish.

5. Succulents are the perfect plants for those of us without green thumbs. BussBuss weighs in and says: “I’ve gotten into succulents lately because they’re low maintenance and i like their clean modern look as well, but they are perfect for those of us who tend to kill everything else.” Best of all, you can buy them eBay. Click here to see how.

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