1. The best movies to stream if you’re spending the night in tonight. 2. Here’s where “conversation hearts” came from. 3. Ten things incredibly likeable people never do. 4.The most universally loved and hated things, throughout the US. 5. Popular love songs, explained in ...read more
The color pink gets a bad rep. It's "too girly," "too young," "too bright," and mixed with other pastels, it can go "too Easter bunny," dangerously quick. For that reason, I used to avoid pairing pastels, but like most vibrant colors, used sparingly, it can also make an ...read more
Valentine's Day isn't just for couples—I love to use the holiday as an excuse to indulge in sweet things I've had my eye on, like a blouse with heart details that can be worn year-round, or a pretty (romantic) nightgown. Here are some things I have on my wish list this year: 1. ...read more
It's been more than a few years since I planned my outfits around Valentine's Day (one year that comes to mind included a hot pink skirt, red sweater, and violet mary-janes—oof). Since Geoffrey and I usually celebrate the "holiday" with dinner at home and a rom com, I won't be ...read more
Remember when Valentine's Day meant dropping a handmade card into your crush's cubby? We recently spent an entire team brainstorm discussing—and laughing about—our past experiences with "love" because it isn't always as easy as heart-shaped cards and chocolate. Here are some of ...read more
The last time I wore a piece of jewelry with a heart, I was in high school. I cherished the little silver trinket on a chunky chain, but by the time I graduated, the shape felt like a cheesy relic of childhood. When I came across this piece, I fell in love with the idea of heart ...read more
A week after Sloan was born (exactly two years ago!), it was Valentine's Day and we didn't know which way was up. My mom had just left after helping us get settled with our newborn and a few days later, we received an unexpected package in the mail from her. Inside was a ...read more
When I saw the these strawberry brownie skewers by Gaby, I was delighted - they actually made me happy to look at (let alone bite into). There's nothing better than a finished product that looks more artful and gourmet than the simplicity it took to make - minimal work on your ...read more
When it comes to Valentine's Day, sweet little gestures go a long way. Whether it's a simple handmade card for a friend or baking a batch of your boyfriend's favorite cookies, here's a collection of past posts to give you some ideas. Arrange: Set a festive mood in your place by ...read more
A couple of days ago, my friend Brittany (from Walnut Paperie ) came over for a little card-making session, just in time for Valentine's Day. I think certain aspects of the Hallmark holiday are lame (like over-priced dinners and red roses), but I'll never tire of making pretty ...read more
I have a rather unhealthy obsession with Conversation Hearts, the candies that come out every year around Valentine's Day with messages on each one. They don't taste particularly good, but they bring back memories of awkward parties from elementary school and I never can resist ...read more
For Valentine's Day when I was a little girl, my mom would let me hang little heart-shaped lights in my room, which I'd methodically weave in and out through the slats in my trundle bed. Their red glow was soft and soothing and I loved to just lie in my bed and look up at ...read more
I've always loved Valentine's Day and not because of the sappy romantic stuff. I love the process of doing little things for other people, even if it's as simple as making cupcakes or writing a sweet note. I've been gradually collecting festive baking supplies for months ...read more
Even if Valentine's Day is technically a Hallmark Holiday, how can anyone be against the celebration of love? Each year, I make dozens of cards from scratch and enjoy every moment of the process. In fact, Tuesday's lunch hour was spent browsing in Paper Source where I stocked ...read more