After some early morning errands last Saturday, I decided to walk around Manhattan and enjoy the beautiful weather. I was thrilled to find a colorful surprise in Madison Square Park. New York based artist, Orly Genger’s Red, Yellow and Blue exhibition is really something to see. This dynamic installation is made with millions of feet … Continue reading »
When I was a little girl, my mom would sometimes make me a “Dragon’s Eye” for breakfast. I’ve also heard it called, “Egg in a Hole” and “Egg in a Basket”. Whatever you call it, it’s a fun way to eat an egg and a piece of toast and very easy to make! Dragon’s Eye … Continue reading »
I love wrapping presents. I just finished wrapping my last present and I thought I’d share a fun and easy way to tie a unique “bow”. I wrapped my gift in black tissue paper and tied white ribbon around it in a simple knot. Then, I cut the ends into a point. I cut a few … Continue reading »
I had such a great time with Jason at all the Holiday Markets we visited this week. Last Saturday, we spent the afternoon in Park Slope, Brooklyn. We started our day at Brooklyn Craft Central’s Holiday Market. It was fun to walk around listening to Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder and Bjork while looking at lots … Continue reading »
One of my favorite household gadgets is the Tube-Wringer®. This fantastic metal tool allows me to squeeze every last bit of my products out and leaves behind a crinkled tube! It saves money and makes your tubes look adorable…who could ask for anything more? nail polish: s126 by Soo Color What are your favorite gadgets?
There’s something so terrific about spending a day off walking around, looking at flowers and insects! It’s also really great finding adorable garden décor! What do you like to do on your day off?
It is often said, you should talk to you plants. Research also shows plants respond to music.* I’ve never heard of plants talking to their owners, though. It’s quite obvious my aloe plant wanted to listen to my Earth, Wind & Fire cd. So, we listened to it while I cleaned my living room. I … Continue reading »
This project is not nearly as quick as my first lipstick DIY, but it’s just as helpful, and almost as easy! I made custom lipstick palettes using MUJI pill boxes, my favorite lipstick shades, a spatula, a hairdryer and a permanent marker. Simply scoop out the bullet of lipstick and place into the pill box. … Continue reading »
On Friday, Jason and I went to the Museum of Modern Art on West 53rd Street in Manhattan. We went to see the new exhibition, Century of the Child: Growing by Design, 1900-2000. I was especially excited to see characters and props from Pee-Wee’s Playhouse including Conky, Globey, Clocky and the red padded playhouse door! (Unfortunately, … Continue reading »
I have a lot of lipsticks. I store my favorites in a small box, label side up. It was such a challenge finding the shade I was looking for before I color-coded my collection. This is how to do it: Take a little lipstick on your finger and dab it on its label. lipstick: Corset … Continue reading »
