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Amaranth stones & inherited memories

What draws you to buy something? When you visit a new country, what are the things you bring back to remind you of that place? I was looking at pictures of the trip… Read More →

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chocolate chip banana bread!

inspired by my friend emily, a self-admitted epicurean, i decided to make this delicious, easy-to-make bread. granted, my loaf didn’t come out as fluffy as hers, but i made a few changes to… Read More →

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I made a skirt!

I was thinking of clever titles for this blog post, but I feel like puns like “sew cool” and “sew chic” have all been done to death. So scratch that and let’s cut… Read More →

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LSE & Living in London

So I’m here. In London. It’s hard to believe, but I’ve been here for two and a half weeks already, and–thanks to Thursdays and Fridays off–have just finished my second week of classes!… Read More →

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A City of Many Eyes

I love to travel because when I leave the airport, breathe in the air, and take in the sights and sounds of an unknown city, the world is new again. It’s like life… Read More →

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short

It’s been a while since I’ve posted. I have a couple of longer posts on the way! But before I knock those out (and they may take a few days longer to finish),… Read More →

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Birthday dinner party on the cheap!

This post is a month overdue, but I had to share- I had a fabulous birthday! This year, I was so spoiled by family and friends alike. I had a dinner party this… Read More →

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Cute leather-trimmed purse pictorial

Happy Holidays! I hope that you all are enjoying the holiday season. I had a really lovely Christmas. I spent it at home with family, playing games, eating delicious homemade food and watching… Read...

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Business class stowaway

I got to fly in business class today! Ever wondered what kind of cushy lives the richer folks at the front of the plane lead? Well, let me give you the inside scoop:… Read More →

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delicious milk-free quiche

Ever have one of those days when you’re just like “Screw it! I’m not doing any more work today”? The kind of day when you realize that you’re so stressed and overworked, that… Read More →

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Salmon Shiitake Stir-fry

Hey all! I’m back with another recipe. I’ve never really been a food blogger, but I’ve realized that without my sewing machine, my jewelry-making tools, my paints or any old furniture to renovate,…...

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Ginger Carrot Soup: Fragrant Simplicity

After ten weeks of insane madness, the Lent Term is finally over and classes are done. I can breathe and enjoy five uninterrupted weeks of blissful Easter break until the Summer Term begins in late...

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Portobello Market

Several weeks ago, I visited Portobello Market in Notting Hill. It was one of those rare sunny days in London, when the skies gleam blue and even the biting gusts of wind can’t dispel the sweet warmth...

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I wear your Granddad’s clothes

Here in England, they call thrift shops “charity shops.” They are owned by charities who contribute the profits they make towards their cause. When it comes to affordable, cute clothing, the charity...

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La Bayadère: A Day at The Royal Opera House

Last Saturday, my friends and I celebrated Posh Day. Posh Day is not an actual English holiday- it’s a day we made up, and it started with The List. My friends Chiara, Amina and I have a list of things

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Fire & Zen: Hot Yoga fitness

My favorite part of the week would have to be the mornings that I get up early and go to hot yoga class. Hot yoga is yoga done in a heated studio. Depending on the studio that you go to,

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The Meatless Life: A Food Lookbook

I’m a pescatarian masquerading as a vegetarian. I didn’t choose this undercover lifestyle– it’s a label that meat-eaters have given me. It’s like this — no one knows what a pescatarian is. If someone...

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DIY: Luxurious winter fur collar

It’s that time again. The trees are undressing, scattering leaves of maroon, yellow, and violet. November is slowly merging into a wintery December. I can hardly believe it’s been five months since I...

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Handmade Advent Calendar: the Christmas Countdown Begins!

The past few weeks have been hard to say the least. So to keep my mind off things, I have filled my days with projects. My latest project was a felt Advent Calendar! I found the calendar on Etsy on

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