Monthly Archives: February 2008

Back in September last year, Kerry requested something for her and her fiance to wear at an engagement photo shoot. My suggestion was solid color basics that would look timeless: J.Crew sweater, jeans and a blazer. She recently sent photos and I thought I’d share: I know this is so belated, but I wanted to…

My only souvenir from Sacramento (aside from two very sore calves) was a pair of “Chinese” scissors from the hardware store in Old Town. Alternatively called “bonsai” scissors, the 100+ year old design of these handmade pairs is so elegant. You can buy a set of three for yourself here for $15. They’d be a…

In the past few weeks, we’ve been country mice and city mice. It was high time to be suburban mice! Rob and I spent our long weekend in Sacramento and Davis visiting friends and savoring the slow life. You can see all our photos here. But first, a night out with the girls on Friday.…

This easy recipe makes a simple dessert and a good breakfast the next day. You can experiment with all sorts of fruit mixtures inside. 1 refrigerated pre-made round pie crust (or make your own if you’re fancy like that)1 large sour apple1 lime or lemon2 teaspoons granulated sugar.2 teaspoons brown sugar1 teaspoon cinnamonGinger, nutmeg, etc…

Waxflower is under-appreciated as a common filler for rose bouquets. With bright pink blossoms and a light “daffodil” scent, these $3 flowers are a great value for spring on their own. I replaced my tulips in the two low green vases with bright pink waxflower from Safeway over the last weekend. They’re still going strong.

This is just right for Valentine’s Day night: Annie Hall at the Red Vic on Haight. Cuddle up on the velvet couches and share organic popcorn in a wooden bowl. Showtimes are 7:15 and 9:15. PS: Did you see Rob’s sweet valentine note on the registry post? “Happy Valentine’s Day. One complete china setting is…

Dashing off on an international jaunt? How exciting! Here is Marla’s request: I have been reading your blog for a while now….and your “what to wears” are my favorite. I thought of you when my husband informed me of our upcoming trip. He has received an international assignment for work…2 years in London, and we…

I hope your Valentine’s Day is full of small pink envelopes, dark chocolate, rose lotion, frilly underthings, candlelight and red tulips!

This is why I love blogging! One simple question and one instant, perfect answer. These matches from Areo are exactly right for our wedding favors. And at $2.90 a piece, I’ve already put in my order. I’ll either put a little note inside each box or maybe a ribbon with a “thank you” tag. That’s…

To me, a good wedding favor is something inexpensive and useful. Candy is good. I once got a cookie cutter, that was nice too. Rob and I want to give boxes of matches at our wedding (not the small restaurant give-away kind, a lager box). Clever guests will know that it references Rob’s fiery beach…