Inspired: Matou en Peluche
I stumbled across Matou en Peluche on Etsy last night. Soft charcoal drawings of birds and vintage-style women are perfect to end a very rainy…
Things I Love Today: Sandalwood Soap
Sandalwood soap is a Chinatown souvenir staple, nice for scenting linen drawers and - actually - very good soap! Margaret brought us a couple bars…
What to Wear: Singing at a Wedding
Here's a special request from Sarah in Canada:I wonder if you may be able to help me? A friend/colleague has asked me to sing at…
To Do: Impatiens
Impatiens are one of the easiest and prettiest plants to grow. Here in temperate California, they grow all year round. My grandmother was always a…
To Do: Hunter Boots
A giant storm has brought downpours and thunder to the city. Every girl downtown is decked out in her best wellies with black tights, dresses…
Book Report: A Dance to the Music of Time
There's something to be said for extremely long novels. All that work to get into the characters pays off when you have another 900+ pages…
To Do: Make your Own Pillows
I do not sew well. The patience required for careful measuring is not something I have. Thankfully, Margaret came over to help with the whole…
Weekend Round-Up: Homebodies
The combination of poor weather and poor health kept us inside most of the weekend. It's not my favorite thing. Luckily, I adore the new…
To Do: Day of Service
PS: Don't forget that Monday is the Day of Service. It's not too late to sign up with a local agency to give a few…
To Do:Make your Own Muesli
I've been enjoying "nordic muesli" from Ikea for breakfast all week. It's like granola, but healthier because the oats aren't doused in sugar and oil.…