Daffodils and Bunnies

Photos by Muffy Aldrich

 

New from Steele - The Mini Tote

Photos of/by Muffy Aldrich

Massachusetts based Steele Canvas has introduced their new Mini Totes, made of their signature heavyweight cotton canvas, offered in four colors, and Made in Massachusetts.

What I particularly like about these, on top of the two colors that are (and I mean this in the technical sense of the word) adorable, is that they are not "too mini".   I just cannot begin to put all of my stuff in most mini totes.  These are much closer in size - almost identical - to the Bean Small.   It is, as one person said, "aimed for utility while still being a cute carry".

And - it has an inside pocket.

• Steele Mini Tote <https://www.steelecanvas.com/products/mini-tote>

 

Best Vacation Spots in New England for a family in Summer?

 Here is a question for the community:

What are your favorite spots in New England for a family vacation in summer?  If you have two or three, can you rank them?

Visiting a Salt Pond

Photos of/by Muffy Aldrich

Best time to visit the Rachel Carson Salt Pond Preserve?  Dead low tide and before the tourists arrive.

The Daily Prep: Spring Green and Pink Edition

Photos: Muffy Aldrich

 

The Early Days of Spring, When People Emerge

Photos by Muffy Aldrich

 

Having Shot my Cuffs...

Photo: Muffy Aldrich

Heeding sartorial advice from Paulie Walnuts.

Shown:

• Blue Mogganer Siren Merino Polo Neck Sweater - Lugano Dark Teal <https://bosie.co/products/blue-mogganer-womens-siren-merino-polo-neck-sweater-flannel-grey-copy>

 

The Ultimate Easter Baskets by Mystic Knotwork - Made in New England

Photos by Muffy Aldrich

Why these are the ultimate Easter Baskets:

They are made by hand in Mystic Connecticut, are good looking, have oodles of charm, are nautical and reusable.  And perhaps most importantly, they do not hold a great deal of candy.

But you might want to thrown in a Sailor Bracelet alongside all that candy.  Or two.  Or three.

• Mystic Knotwork Woven Baskets <https://mysticknotwork.com/collections/woven-bowls>

• Mystic Knotwork Sailor Bracelets <https://mysticknotwork.com/products/striped-sailor-bracelet-custom-colors-choose-your-own>

• Mystic Knotwork Original Sailor Bracelets <https://mysticknotwork.com/products/original-sailor-bracelet-18-color-custom-nautical-bracelets>

So pleased to be quoted in today's Guardian, on cuffs:

Quoted in The Guardian today!  Guardian, on cuffs: