I was walking through Nordstrom when I first spied a Fjallraven backpack. Or maybe that was just the first time I saw one for sale, here. There was something so immediately familiar and right about these classic, gorgeously simple backpacks that I felt like I’d know them all my life. If you haven’t taken note…
The Pacific Edge Bungalows In Laguna Beach Dream Staycation: Giveaway
SoCal offers the best beaches and idyllic weather. Yet it’s easy to lose track of how lucky we are to live in California, when you live, and work here. Even though it’s only a few miles from home – there are whole months that pass without my sticking my feet in the sand. Every time…
Eddie Borgo for Target Delivers Clever DIY Jewelry & Accessories to the Masses #TargetStyle
Ever wish you could design your own jewelry and accessories but then think, wait – I don’t own pliers, wires, beads and a wholesale license to shop in the warehouse district where the artists seem to get all the really cool stuff. Thanks to Target for sponsoring this post and video. All opinions and…
No Compromises: My Malabrigo Sweater
Three weeks of knitting. Six movies. Two car-rides. Stitch after stitch. The cool soft wool sliding past my fingertips, adding physical sensation to a dozen conversations and meetings as I synced my busy hands with the nonstop whirring in my mind. And there it was, a disappointing silhouette – hanging halfway down my chest. Too…
The Big White Ikea Leather Sofa Review
It’s been a year since we purchased our family flagship, the big white leather Karlstad Ikea couch that our family lives on. At the time we were shopping I crowdsourced advice, and read every review of this couch I could find. I feel like I really need to give back – which is why I…
More Bracelets: My Alex and Ani Collection
Is it ever possible to have too many talismans? I’ve tried to figure out what I love about my Alex and Ani bracelet collection. It’s not the brand named-ness of them. I realize that they will peak and fall out of fashion, probably sooner than later. But in the meantime I will enjoy them. Probably…
Quality Mattress Shopping Tips at Custom Comfort Mattress in Southern California
You never forget your first “real” mattress. My husband and I survived for many years beyond college on a futon. When we graduated and got our first jobs we upgraded to the deluxe version. I recall that it had a foam core and only slightly fewer lumps. Our parents shuddered when they sat on it,…
How To Get Rid of Damp Smell From Leather Handbags
I have a handbag from Not Rational that is the perfect shape and size for daily use. The “Amy”. I’ve had it for years. It’s just big enough for my little 11 inch macbook air and not so big that I get weighed down. The pockets are perfect for handing out and collecting business…
Easy Throw Pillow Cover Hack Looks Expensive But Isn’t
I have a daybed in my guest bedroom. I wanted some luxe oversized pillows on the daybed. I searched high and low. All the textiles I loved were $100 plus per pillow. Not the greatest news when you need five. I was able to pick up some down euro squares for a more than reasonable…
Saying Yes to Your Dream Dress With Macys Prom Dresses
Macys prom dresses make prom shopping a fabulous, fun, rite of passage I couldn’t wait to take my daughter prom dress shopping for her senior prom. This girl puts her heart and soul into the quest for formal wear. You would think she was prepping for an episode of Say Yes to The Dress,…