Bring it On, IRS

Bring it On, IRS

Okay mamas, it’s officially T minus one month until tax day. Even with my own invented envelope system, I still find myself swimming in a sea of receipts and records when it comes time to file my tax return. So when I heard the organizational gurus from...
If the Easter Bunny Used Labels

If the Easter Bunny Used Labels

As the mom of two little ones these days, I’m probably not going to go overboard with the Easter baskets. But the fantastic Easter tags from Tattered Tags, a paper shop owned by designer Brooke Campbell, almost make me want to. These vintage-style, hand cut...
C.W.A. (Cards With Attitude)

C.W.A. (Cards With Attitude)

Nothing lifted my spirits as a new mom like a card in the mail, but the printed sentiments never quite nailed the realities of my situation. Like, Congrats on your baby. Now get ready for your hair to start falling out. So when I found the cards at Motherhood...
The All-Purpose Thank You Note

The All-Purpose Thank You Note

I’ve been looking for thank you notes that would be equally suited for job interviews, baby gifts, and preschool directors. (God help me). Tall order, perhaps? Not once I discovered the lovely line of m: studio stationery from stationer Margot Madison. Each box...
Bringing the Rat Back

Bringing the Rat Back

I used to look forward to my Chinese great-grandmother’s new year celebration every year — the gorgeous decorations, the yummy food, and new lucky animal. She could even make the boar look cute.But rats? Well, that’s a pretty tough task for...
Make-Your-Own Valentine

Make-Your-Own Valentine

Upon scoping out the selection of Valentine’s Day cards at our local card shop, I was nearly eaten alive by the sea of licensed characters professing their love. Eek! I can’t believe I’m actually saying this, but I think my daughter and I might just...