All the trees here in Kansas City decided to bloom this week. It was in the 70s earlier this week , then dipped to frosty temperatures on Friday only to promise balmy temperatures again on Monday and I couldn’t be happier. I love the white, yellow and orchid blooms on everything and, finally, the blue…
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Fashionable Friday: Cherries A-Bloom
It finally feels like spring and the cherry trees are blooming. The magnolias and other flowering trees are starting to bloom here so it’s put me in the cherry blossom spirit. In my enthusiasm, I completely forgot to include Fahrney’s exclusive (and annual) Retro 51 Cherry Blossom pen and pencil offerings. MT Japanese Cherry…
Fashionable Friday: Here We Go Love
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…
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,…