The weekend started out innocuously enough. Rob and started four loads at the laundromat after work and then walked over to Belcher Street for an open studio reception. Paul was showing his work along with a handful of other artists. My favorites were his paintings of Duboce Triangle at night. We finished all our laundry…

Since it is already past 5 on the east coast, I guess it is time to announce the winners of our Birthday Contest! All your submissions were really great. Here’s the final list: Progressive dinner Robin Hood theme party Scavenger hunt in Chinatown Bike polo Kites, Kakes and Krabs Hang gliding Explortatorium party Costume party…

Martha Stewart has designed a whole set of photo card ideas for Kodak Easy Share. The ideas are really fun and much better than your standard photo cards. Click here to browse the new collection.

Nicole has been nice enough to invite Rob, Peter and me to Napa tomorrow for a day of wine tasting and pumpkin picking. Here’s what I want to wear: Turtleneck – Grey cashmere turtleneck from J. Crew. So perfect! Skirt – This dark denim kick pleat skirt is from Urban Outfitters. Boots – Only $20…

I am one of the weird few who actually enjoys polishing silver. Lucky for me, estate silver isn’t too hard find and the prices can be surprisingly reasonable. Gump’s carries some lovely antiques in their silver wing and there are some great sources online for gorgeous one of a kind pieces: Nelson & Nelson Antiques…

Don’t forget to enter your best birthday party ideas for the contest this week! Should I go for fondue? Have a costume party? Visit Alcatraz? Share your tips and ideas today. Those two free tickets have your name all over them! Click here to enter to win!

I’m not usually a fan of mini skirts. I have a pair of the world’s twiggiest legs and they usually look best under knee length hems. But once in a while it is fun to take the sticks out for a little fresh air! I have one brown tweed mini skirt (stolen from Jean) that…

I love the orange and yellow design of these calling cards from Crane & Co. So bright and classic! Who would actually use calling cards these days? Me! They are great to use as gift enclosures or quick notes. And much more personal than passing on business cards to friends.

I am so tired of wearing flat shoes every day. All my beautiful heels are lined up in the closet while I wear the same pair of black ballet flats. And when I try to sneak on a pair of pumps or boots my physical therapist catches me. It’s one of the perils of having…

Martha Stewart has this great idea for hanging fall leaves from a chandelier over the table. How clever! I definitely want to try this with the Victorian chandelier than hangs in our dining room. It would be great for other occasions too. Imagine hanging tissue paper flowers for a shower, snowflakes for Christmas or hearts…