When it comes to small businesses making awesome products, the folks at Muirwood pop to the top of the list for me. I was originally introduced to their store by way of their iconic Railroad Spike Bottle Openers. What I thought was a small shop with one quirky product evolved into a full fledged homeware outpost. I've included their story below as well as some of my favorite picks from t…
Feeling the rush of the new year and don't know what to do with all that energy considering we are in the middle of a pandemic? DIY Kits are a perfect way to pass the time and turn a boring evening into a evil genius experimentation station. From Bubble Tea to Sushi, there is something for everyone on this list.…
Baby, it's cold outside. So that means it's time to bundle up with a cozy hoodie, wherever you are. I am a big hoodie fan. Some say it is because I look great in them. Others say its a form of coping with social anxiety. I like the former. Whatever reason you're throwing on a hooded hug for, doesn't matter to me. Here are 7 hoodies I like because it's cold and hoodies are awesome. …
While it's barely January, it's never to early to look for the perfect Valentine's Day gift. Don't let February 14th sneak up on your this year and prepare yourself for the Feast of St. Valentine with this list of cool custom gifts. …
Another year, another set of purchases. I'd say altogether, I was happy with all of the gizmos and gadgets I decided to purchase this year. So, as is the custom, I give to you my favorite purchases of 2020. While everyone's preferences and needs are different, I've spent a lot of time with these items and can personally vouch for their quality and value. Stay tuned for my LEAST favorite purchases…
2020 was a great year for reading — for me. Most of the books I read, I enjoyed immensely. While it was more difficult to carve out time with a good book with commuting going from a 30-minute Metro ride to a 30-second walk upstairs, some books had me glued to the page. This is a list of the books I enjoyed the most and someone out there might as well. (Pssst, buy from a local bookstore instea…
