September 27, 2010 – 5:00 am
Sometimes, you arrive just a bit too early. And such was the case with my visit to Ben Pentreath in August. Not only is August holiday season, but when not travelling, they were hard at work putting the finishing touches on the Utility Room, an expansion to their Rugby Street shop which opened earlier this […]
September 23, 2010 – 5:00 am
I recently read The Sound of a Wild Snail Eating, and instantly fell in love with the cover art. Susan Brand‘s watercolor snails are a delight: lifelike, and at the same time completely charming. Some of Susan’s snail art is available at her Etsy shop. (I happen to think they would be fantastic on stationery. […]
September 20, 2010 – 5:00 am
As soon as we’re into reliably cool fall weather, I am ordering up some treats from Cacao Atlanta. Gorgeous packaging, not to mention everything looks delicious! images courtesy of cacao atlanta
September 9, 2010 – 9:30 am
I splurged on a bottle of Le Labo‘s fragrance exclusive to London, Poivre 23, and am glad I did because whenever I wear it, I’m transported back to Liberty, and London. Starts with a hit of black pepper, and mellows to a musky, warm presence. I love it.
September 9, 2010 – 5:00 am
I have no plans to raise chickens, and for that, my homeowners’ association is grateful. But while in London, I spotted Celia Lewis‘ delightfully illustrated guide to chickens and it got me thinking that perhaps I should/could. I can’t, but I can buy one of her beautiful chicken watercolors instead and frame it. And in […]
