India Hicks celebrates the madness Each month the lovely India Hicks shares personal memories, tips, and reflections inspired by the alphabet and her beautiful jewelry line, Love Letters. In her own words, “My life is hectic. Crazy even. I have too many projects, too many children, too many pets and never enough time. Elizabeth Street puts things in …
Looking for a way celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.? Read a picture books about him with your family! Simply head over to your local bookstore or library to learn about his legacy. Honor the man who changed America with your kids through beautiful illustrations and stories. Here are some of our favorites!
I started by painting each pumpkin with acrylic paint. It gave the skin a leathery look I adored. For this one, I drew a heart lightly with pencil and painted it int. While the paint was still wet, I sprinkled on the red glitter. I repeated these steps with the stem. It’s my favorite! To …
Amethyst gemstones are identified by their variations in purple and violet. Derived from the Greek words a- (meaning not) and methustos (meaning intoxicated), myths relate the story of how the god Dionysus poured wine over a white stone, giving it its distinctive hue. If you are a Pisces or love the color of royalty, the …
PERISPHERE & TRYLON Ludo, $9 Photo: Courtesy of Toys “R” Us BUY USAOPOLY Super Mario Chess, $50 Photo: Courtesy of USAopoly BUY HASBRO Candy Land, $10 Photo: Courtesy of Hasbro BUY MATTEL Apples to Apples, $19 Photo: Courtesy of Mattel BUY THE LAND OF NOD Classic Matching Game, $15 Photo: Courtesy of The Land of Nod BUY MELISSA & DOUG Ballet Recital Jigsaw Puzzle, $8 Photo: …
OCCUPATION: Co-founder of Truth Be Told PR MY STYLE: I genuinely love getting dressed in the morning, and living in LA gives you so much sartorial freedom. Although my husband and I lived in New York for many years, I never quite got the winter dressing there. My style is eclectic and, above all else, high-low. I do …
Spring’s new collections are perfect for a family brunch or neighborhood Easter egg hunt This season, some of the best children’s brands have captured the playful atmosphere and effervescent qualities that arise with the onset of clear sunny days. With designers like Oscar de la Renta and Diane Von Furstenberg for the GAP debuting children’s …
I love learning about Elizabeth Streets around the world, especially when they are in warmer, sunnier climates than NYC. There’s an amazing Elizabeth Street in Brisbane, Australia filled with shopping centers, beautiful views, and a vibrant local community. As I was researching all it had to offer, I could feel myself escaping the cold and …
Shopping in a store is almost always more enjoyable (visually, at least) than shopping online. Who could compare the experience of perusing the offerings of a charming and curated boutique to the fluorescent glare of so many links? More and more online retailers, though, are closing the gap between these two experiences, with well-executed and …
Last month we featured 10 must-follow Pinterest pinners. We’re big fans of the popular site (you can follow us here), so today we’re highlighting some trends we’ve noticed over on the boards… #1 Super long pins. This isn’t a new trend, but it’s been gaining ground lately. Martha Stewart Living sprinkles a few well-designed long pins once or twice a …
