We wouldn’t have guessed that a tourist haven like Ghirardelli Square in San Francisco would boast a lovely and original jewelry shop, but as soon as we walked into Mashka,…
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There are few things we look forward to more than a big, busy, happy-go-lucky country fair. So this weekend, we dropped in on Hancock Shaker Village’s 15th annual Country Fair,…
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We’re suckers for cute dogs, and even bigger suckers for accessories that make our canine companions look cuter. Our latest obsession? Handmade dog collars, in everything from braided nylons to…
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Ah, the New York International Gift Fair (aka, the New York Gift Show). We adore you for a variety of reasons—not the least of which is the opportunity to display…
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We consider ourselves lucky stiffs, because we happen to live an area with a vibrant culture scene that regularly highlights the arts and artisanal crafts. One of our favorite ways…