Think of the dullest present you received last year. I bet you’re picturing a bar of soap. It’s mass-produced, same old boring scent. It’s hardly the most original gift idea. Yet year after year, surprised by a last minute Christmas gift from someone at work, or unable to think of a birthday present, many people… Continue reading
Grandmothers know how to welcome kids into their homes for the holidays. My grandmother always filled the cookie jar! She had a child-size rocking chair for me (the older sister) and my doll, while Nana rocked the my new baby sister in hers. I have many fond memories of staying with her and my grandfather… Continue reading
This post is dedicated to all the moms! So many of our mothers were the ones to teach us how to make things. My mom, Judy, is an art teacher/farmer/chef who can make just about anything. She’s like a whirling-dervish-artistic-MacGyver in a female body. Although I didn’t pick up as many of the skills from… Continue reading
Friends — doesn’t receiving a gift that millions of other people have leave a little something to be desired? The thought of giving that type of gift isn’t very appealing either. To cure our shopping malaise, here’s my list of the top 10 unique and rare items that you won’t find anywhere else: 1…. Continue reading
Etsy is your place to find unique, handmade goods that let you feel good about where you’re spending. Whether you’re looking for a great gift, or just in the mood to spoil yourself, you can be sure that you’re supporting an independent artist or crafter. This article highlights just a tiny example of numerous deals… Continue reading
CarpetShopPrincess says:
I try to buy organic and sustainable food because it's good for the world, and my health. However, whenever I find myself feeling too high and mighty, some Doritos always seem to help me dial it down a notch. Read more
