Yearly Archives: 2006

The more I plan for the earthquake centennial party, the more I love the idea.Sometimes the most festive parties are centered around depressing events. For…

Since all of San Francisco has gone nuts for 1906 right now, one might guess that Victorian themes might be making a comeback soon.* In…

Easter is one of those perfect holidays where a tiny gift or a handmade card is received with unexpected joy. People don't demand much out…

The 1906 Earthquake Centennial is a big deal in San Francisco. Along with photo exhibits at the Legion of Honor, an exhibition downtown, daily news…

I am currently about halfway through "How to be Good" by Nick Hornby. It's very interesting so far. All about relationships, expectations and the struggle…

Ah Delias...When I was fifteen, I didn't know that you existed (did you exist?) and probably wouldn't have bought things from you even if I…

Pier 1 is having an online sale on some of their basic table linens. Check out the Chambray collection in blues or reds. Perfect for…

Despite the on-again off-again weather, this turned out to be a lovely weekend! Friday night was a literal "wash" when it started pouring right at…

This red cropped jacket is only available at Topshop in the UK. I would love to have one exactly like it out here in California.…

After coveting the color palate at a Paris hotel, I embarked on a fruitless search for the perfect raspberry colored throw pillows. It appears that…