Buying second-hand in the Pioneer Valley: a review of local shops

I’d like to say that my love of thrift shopping stems entirely from eco-friendly, frugal, and charitable intentions, but I … More

Two years of using the “Bullet Journal”: my favorite thing about a trend that actually worked for me

I’ve always loved little notebooks. I used to love buying just the “right” one and filling the first five pages … More

Are you expecting a new baby, and hoping to jump-start her learning when it comes to relevant social issues like … More

First off, let me reassure you that I’m not writing this out of a desire for pity. I chose to … More

To those familiar with the craft—and those who can at least spot a doily on grandma’s loveseat—crochet doesn’t typically evoke … More

It’s mid-morning on the first day of the new year. I’m sitting in my living room, which is still scattered … More

Upcycling is fun, en vogue, and arguably a good practice for the planet. The popularity of this form of creative … More

Before you launch into the rest of this blog post, I want you to sit back, take a deep breath, … More

String bags and mesh shopping bags are popping up everywhere, which probably feels like déjà vu for people who grew … More

Every year, I see a new way of turning simple seasonal decor from something that looks beautiful on its own—and … More