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The art of giving the perfect gift

It’s an art I haven’t mastered. I have written before about my inability to gift well, I tend to give people things that I would like, not things specific and … Continue reading

April 3, 2013 · Leave a comment

Shop for carry-all totes for work and beyond

A co-worker asked my advice today about a new bag for work. After looking despairingly at her fraying, worn black croc-embossed tote, she wondered what type of bag might make … Continue reading

February 15, 2012 · Leave a comment

Thank you notes to make you smile

It’s that time of year when many notes of thanks change hands.  After discarding all the Christmas wrappings, wearing new sweaters and jewelry, and setting up the new video games … Continue reading

January 6, 2012 · 1 Comment

Paperista: paper goodies with style

Can’t believe this little paper shop has been open since July and I’ve just now wandered in. Guess we had a busy summer and jumped into fall with back-to-school. Paperista … Continue reading

October 18, 2011 · 2 Comments

Summer sale at Smythson of Bond Street

Cannot stop gazing at some of the finest leather goods on sale in vivid jewel tones like hibiscus, amber, and jade. My fascination with Smythson started years ago when I had … Continue reading

June 21, 2011 · Leave a comment

Life’s little (and affordable) luxuries

I’ve always thought of fashion as art, but artist Inslee Haynes is taking fashion and using it to inspire her art; creating prints, stationery, and calendars graced with her own … Continue reading

January 17, 2011 · Leave a comment

Gift Ideas: Part II

If you aren’t out on Black Friday, read below and maybe it will help you cross someone off your list with a great Christmas gift find (or give you an idea … Continue reading

November 26, 2010 · Leave a comment