Coming soon, the return of the newsletter, with a brand-new name. It’s been nearly a year since I’ve sent a letter and I’m so excited to get back in the habit. Tea Notes will…
I get more questions than I can ever field in a reasonable amount of time about kids and gifts and what to do about them. After nearly five years at this now, I’m getting…
For use on Easter, or anytime, here’s a simple project to make your own papier-mâché basket or bowl from a little water, a little flour, and a few recycled materials you probably have around…
1. this little boat. {inspired by these beauties. ps. i made a new board to stockpile inspiration for project requests from a certain almost-five-year-old.} 2. this spirea. {and its jaunty little contrast against a…
It’s a special kind of thrill to have a book written by a dear friend sitting on my nightstand. A book, as I’ve said, isn’t so different than a baby. There’s the waiting and…
I’ve been brushing my face. I thought you should know. I’ve been brushing it dry, using gentle upward strokes. Brushing my neck, too. And what other women might refer to as their décolletage, but…
No fooling, making your own paste for at-home craft projects isn’t as precious or time-consuming as it sounds. In fact, in a matter of minutes you can have something that’s easier to use, easier…
1. this painting {and the kid who painted it.} 2. this net bag {filled with flavors to brighten a march meal.} 3. these blossoms. {i’ll just never get bored of them.} 4. this little…
The daffodil and crocus bulbs that Faye planted on a whim last fall have sprouted, but they seem stunted. Not enough sunlight on our stoop, maybe. Or too much snow for a narrow window…
This post is sponsored by Buffy, the comforter that’s softer than a cloud. What’s the secret to a better night’s sleep? Curtains that keep out the yellow glow of the street lamp? Less time…