Three cheers to The Whistler for their truly inspired Pop-Up Tiki Bar Wednesday night. It’s comforting to know that a reprieve from winter’s chill is only a few pieces of kitschy glassware and an orchid garnish way. Onward to March!
This week said goodbye to a man with whom I’ve spent many a Sunday evening, and a big hello to someone new. Matthew, parting is such sweet sorrow. Ruby Sue, it’s not every day a lady gains a namesake. Welcome to this crazy world—I love you already. (And can’t get to Columbus soon enough to …
George Washington was the man. Casimir Pulaski was the man who saved the life of that man. An expert horseman, a hero, a reason to seek out a kolache today and listen to some Sufjan Stevens. Pretty nice, eh? Here’s to you, Casimir. Continue reading »
Not really wanting to get out of bed. (Just like his mama.) Continue reading »
I fell in love with this Big Sky Alpaca color palette dreamed up by Purl B Soho. Limey-yellows and neutrals? Mmm, so good. $91 for seven skeins? Ooh, not so hot. I put on my thinking cap, and did a hunt for similar color and construction. Voilà! A Lion Brand cotton switch-out + an add … Continue reading »
Glancing through the post-Globes galleries, all of my trend-spotting and thoughts on who-wore-what-best went straight out the window once I caught this photo of Salma Hayek. No frock or chic clutch can touch the self-confidence this lady put out on the red carpet. That’s one awesome accessory! (And the bow ain’t bad either. Wowwowwheewow.) Continue reading »
My top wedding present purchase for a good part of the last two years has been a state-shaped cutting board from A Heirloom. I have each one customized with the city the couple either met or married in, marked with the shop’s trademark—a wee-little heart cutout. Super sweet, and super special. I’ve purchased an Illinois, … Continue reading »
A busy schedule has kept me away from blogging, but new ideas and adventure are yet to come. Until then, here’s to unicorn heads and cute ceramic animals! Continue reading »
My latest Knit Picks order has arrived! I couldn’t resist adding these Sublime Stitching labels to the booty as it’s so true in Shadeville. Continue reading »
