Inspired by the upcoming Valentine’s Day holiday, the new jelly, frosted Kaweco Sport pens and an album I waited three decades for, this week’s Fashionable Friday is ready for love. All kinds. Romance, pet love, familial, and even love of a new pen. English Beat Here We Go Love (via Spotify) Kaweco Sport Frosted Blush…
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Fashionable Friday: If You’re Cold, Put on a Sweater
There was a knitting podcast (the first-ish knitting podcast) called Cast On, and at the end of it, the host would always close by saying, “If you’re cold, put on a sweater…” In the cold month of January, all I really want to do is knit big, cozy sweaters, so it seemed like just the…
Fashionable Friday: 2019 Color of the Year
A couple weeks ago Pantone announced their prediction for the Color of the Year for 2019. They chose “Living Coral” a coral color with a golden undertone that they say “energizes and enlivens with a softer edge.” I tend to think of coral as a pinky-orange. I think it’s definitely a pleasing color. So, in…
Fashionable Friday: Silent Night
My holiday spirit is definitely colored by the long days I’ve been working. I leave for work while its dark and I come home when its dark so a starry night holiday theme seemed just perfect. May your holidays be filled with starry skies and memorable nights. And, if you’re like me, quiet too. Sun-Star…
Fashionable Friday: White Friday
In the past, I’ve amused myself by doing an all-black Black Friday edition of Fashionable Friday. This year, we are going light. Western Velvet Bow Beanie $48 (via Kate Spade) Katy’s Flower Cardi Coat $395 (via Frances Valentine) Mermaid Lagoon Pearl Shimmer Compact $38 (via Besame) Original Crown Mill Classic Laid Writing Pad in Cream,…
Friday Faves: Spooky & Kooky
This Friday Faves can be considered a little late or a little early depending on your point of view. Maybe I’m just getting ready for Daylight Savings Time? No matter how you look at it, this week embodies the spirit of the season of Halloween. Mini Letterpress Printed Spirit Board, 5″x7″ with Reversible Planchette, $10…
Friday Faves: Color Love
I’ve been absolutely riveted by this month’s Uppercase cover — a color wheel made out of yarn using a rug hooking technique. Its colorful and crafty and speaks to me on a geeky, arty level. If you do not already subscribe to Uppercase or its epic Encyclopedia compendiums, its worth every penny. They are inspiring…