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Help Pick Our Cool Capture Winner!

GeekSugar — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 05:47:50 PST

Here are the finalists for our latest round in the Cool Capture Giveaway, where one of our lucky readers will have his or her photo turned into a CanvasPop print! Every two weeks we'll be rounding up 10 of our favorite photo entries and polling you to see which one you like the best - so it's time to get votin' and uploadin' as this round closes on Mar. 14! Need more details on how to enter? Keep reading!

To get started, create a PopSugar account or log in to your account. Then join the Cool Capture group and share your image, the model of camera used to take the photo, and a little about the image - let us know why you decided to take that specific shot! Here's a detailed guide to posting questions or posts to groups if you are new to the PopSugar Community.

Remember, you must be logged in to your PopSugar Community account to be entered. If you are not already a member, register now. Check out the full list of rules here. Tell your friends about this fun contest here.

Get Involved in the YumSugar Community!

partysugar — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:50:55 PDT

Have you checked out our recently relaunched fabulous YumSugar Community? It's a great place to post and share recipes, cooking tips, and everything in-between. There's already a ton of groups you can join and explore, or feel free to start some new ones! Here's a taste of what the community has to offer.

Kitchen Goddess: This group is older than YumSugar, making it the original PopSugar Network recipe exchange suite. Post your favorite recipes or browse for meal inspiration.
Wedding Talk: The one-shop stop for discussing everything about the big day. Here you'll find ideas on the ceremony, stationary, flowers, hair, dresses, etc.
Super Special Occasion: This group is my baby, and I invite you to post pictures of the parties you attend and host. Discussion is welcome, so if you need help locating the perfect plates for an upcoming baby shower you're planning, this is your place to do it.
Savory Sights: Eat something wildly delicious looking? Snap a photo and post it in this group. Check out this insanely mouthwatering breakfast YumSugar had last weekend at Ad Hoc!
What's For Dinner?: Wondering what to make for dinner? This is your location to chat about quick chicken meals, one-pot wonders, and everything else fast and easy.
Burning Question: What foods are aphrodisiac? Why does brown sugar form clumps? This is the ultimate forum for asking and answering those food-related questions. We pick the most intriguing ones and answer them here.

Mom-Me Time: Get Involved in LilSugar's Community Groups!

LilSugar — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 09:00:01 PDT

You've waited in line for your son's soccer jersey, penciled your daughter's art classes onto the calendar, and shuttled your kids to karate. Now that their Fall activities are in full swing, take a few mom-me moments to do the same for yourself. LilSugar's Community offers a place for mothers to hang out, vent, brainstorm, and showcase their talents. What fits your fancy? Check out and join some of our hottest groups!

The Children's Table: Whether you've got kids with pint-sized palates that appreciate culinary cuisine or children that only eat chicken nuggets and french fries, share your recipes, tips and tricks.

The Mommy Club: If you have an offspring, you're eligible for this club where moms can chat about everything from the terrible twos to sleep deprivation to those ah-ha! moments.

Pregnancy Posse: Congratulations - you're expecting! Connect with all the other mamas growing babies in their bellies. Share your experience, ask questions, and dole out advice to the rest of the bumpalicious ladies.

Why Didn't Anybody Tell Me?: Tell us your shocking, funny, embarrassing, and insightful tales that you wish you had known becoming a mother!

Sugarbabies: Parents love to dote on their lil darlings. Showcase your beautiful bundle of joy by uploading their fun, fabulous, candid, and adorable pics! And, go ahead - brag a bit!

Here's a detailed guide to posting questions or posts to groups if you are new to the PopSugar Community.

Have You Tried Mobile Blogging to Your Groups?

CasaSugar — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:00:25 PDT

Are you ever out and about and happen to spy a gorgeous home? Or perhaps you're shopping and can't believe how cool a certain new chandelier is? If you've ever been tempted to snap a photo and share it with the CasaSugar community, good news: now you can.

One awesome new feature of the CasaSugar community is that you can contribute posts to your groups directly from your cell phone. All you need is a phone with email capabilities, such as a Blackberry or an iPhone to be able to blog on the go. Better yet, if your phone has camera capabilities, you can create posts with text and photos directly from your phone!
This is ideal for sharing your progress in decorating or renovating for groups like my Su Casa group or capturing small details throughout your home for my Lovely Little Vignettes group. Want to learn exactly how to do it? Head over to the GeekSugar community for step-by-step instructions. Don't worry: it's easy! Now snap to it. Get mobile blogging!!

How-To: Be a Groupie

CasaSugar — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:00:01 PDT

To Jonas Brothers fans, being a "groupie" comes naturally. But there's another kind of group love I'm rooting for, and it concerns our new CasaSugar Decor Community. Hopefully, you got the lowdown on it from my introduction on Tuesday and are ready and rarin' to join a group!

You probably all know (and love) my decorating group Su Casa, where you share photos of your home and latest design projects, because it's sticking around. From tiny nooks to entire bedrooms, if I dig your designs, your photos and projects could be featured on CasaSugar! Are you a Su Casa member yet? If not, join! Before you join, you should make sure you register though, if you don't already have an account.

Don't get me wrong, I love Su Casa, but I've got two brand spankin' new groups I'm super excited about. To "meet" them,

Introducing the FitSugar Community!

FitSugar — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 08:00:36 PDT

We are so excited to unveil our shiny new FitSugar Community, the one-stop shop for finding all of our great fitness-focused content, groups, Fit Finds, and blogs.

Our community allows you to start groups, participate in other members' groups, meet new friends that share your interests, and maybe even be featured on FitSugar. We have made it easier than ever before to create and share content, so start having fun. If you're not already a member of one of my groups, why not join one?

Healthy food fanatics check out Lite'n It Up, our healthy recipe group; find out how to post a recipe here.
Training for a race? We've got a Race Day Training Group full of great advice. Here's how to create a post.
Yoga addicts, don't miss the Yoga Stretch and Tell Group for some serious enlightenment.

There really is something for everyone. For those of you that already have an account, you can get started right away. For those who don't, you can browse the FitSugar Community without an account, but to really dive in, register here.

Looking for your unreads? They have gotten an upgrade too and can be found here. Your new profile features all of your content as well as a link to your very own OnSugar blog. If you have any questions or problems you can ask me, check out our Community Help Group, or send a private message to our community manager.

We're so excited to share our new FitSugar community with you!

What Is Your Favorite Gadget?

GeekSugar — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 13:10:14 PDT

It's been awhile since we discussed our favorite gadgets in the My Favorite Gadgets group, so I'm really excited and curious to know: since the release of the Nintendo DSi, iPhone 3GS, Kindle DX, and HP Mini (some of the best gadgets out there in my book) has a new gadget taken top rank in your life?

Personally, I'm pretty convinced that the iPhone will be my favorite gadget for quite a while, but what about you? Post and share your favorites in our My Favorite Gadgets group and tell us why your gadget is number one in your heart - you may even see it on the front page of geeksugar! Need some help getting started? I'll tell you how to post to a group after the break.

Pet Pic of the Day: Willow and Sparkie's Park Playtime

PetSugar — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 06:00:19 PDT

I love this photo for so many reasons (how cute are they!?), but I think that if these pups were to make music, this would be Sparkie and Willow's album cover.

Congrats to Sparkie, Willow, and AP13 for being chosen as our Pet Pic of the Day! Don't forget to submit your photos to our Pet Pics group for a chance to see your four legged pals on PetSugar!

Pet Pic of the Day: Winston's Road Trip

PetSugar — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 09:00:00 PDT

Winston is just a wee pup, and hasn't seen much of the world . . . until today. Winston is now a full-fledged traveling Westie and loves to feel the wind in his hair, er, I mean fur. Send me a post card when you get there, eh, Winston?

Congrats to Winston and aimeesbell for being chosen as our Pet Pic of the Day! Be sure to submit your photos to our Pet Pics group for a chance to see your furry pals on the pages of PetSugar!

Pet Pic of the Day: Ruby and Buddy's Bath

PetSugar — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 09:00:11 PDT

Since washing your pet's toys is not only good for his health, but also nice to the earth, I give two thumbs (or paws) up to mayabaxter for putting this tip into practice. I also think it's totally adoro how Ruby is looking on to make sure her Buddy is getting the best possible bath time treatment. Don't worry, Ruby - you're next!

Congrats to Ruby, Buddy, and mayabaxter for being chosen as our Pet Pic of the Day! Don't forget to submit your favorite photos to our Pet Pics group for a chance to see your furry friends on the pages of PetSugar! Need some help getting started? I'll tell you how to upload your photos when you

read more. I know this looks like a lot of steps, but once you get the hang of it, it's a breeze!

First of all, join the Pet Pics group.
Click the pink "Share" menu on the top left side of the page.
Choose "Photos" and “Upload Photos."
Give your Gallery a “Title.”
Fill in the “Body” with details about your pet.
Click “Groups and Privacy" just below the "Search Title" box.
Choose the audience for your story to “Pet Pics!” in the dropdown menu.
Change channel to “Pets.”
Fill in tag field with relevant tags.
Don't forget to include your pet's name!
Click “I’m done” to submit content.

So join the Pet Pics group and share photos of your adorable pets! Yours just might end up on the PetSugar homepage.