CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW RECAP
Take a look at Chelsea Flower Show, September 2021!
GARDENIAS: LOVE THEM OR NO?
Gardenias: an old-fashioned charmer!
My (mostly) Comprehensive Guide to Packing
Do you struggle when packing for a trip? I am on a trip now and have gathered some of my latest tips to make it all a bit smoother and easier!
Time To Travel
Finally, it's time to travel! I'll be leaving in a few days: first for London (think Chelsea Flower Show) and then to Manchester to stay with daughter and her husband. Yes, it's very exciting!
IS IT REALLY YOU, LIBBY?
Oh, I know. It’s been many months!
So here we are. All of us at home; some of us are beginning to emerge.
How are you doing?
The weeks turned into months and now..well..maybe you are socializing just a bit? I have a collection of masks: do you? I wear one always; not always color coordinated, but that’s life! I do generally find them hot, oh so hot, and awkward and naturally I would prefer not to wear one. I’m sure you have your own source(s) for masks, but here are several I would recommend:
This is my #1 choice from Jillian Rene Decor! Sophisticated, contemporary, unisex, well made.
I just discovered this one and really like it. All cotton. And, no ear loops. It comes in different sizes. I find these with the elastic bands are very comfortable.
All cotton, and no ear loops! This is from Proper Cloth
My husband and I both love the gaiter mask option. They are very comfortable, easy to slide down when you don’t […]
TO LONDON IN NOVEMBER
London in November: will it be cold? rainy? sunny?
It is anyone’s guess! So best to be prepared for any kind of weather, right?
I am very fortunate to be able to stay with my daughter in her flat: you know how that saves on the emergency sweater (sorry…jumper!) , hair dryer, lotions and potions etc.
Last year I was there in early October and every day was glorious! No rain at all. My day at Great Dixter was so beautiful. But this year, a month later, could be quite different.
The coat.
I can’t believe how perfect this coat is! Perfect length. Zipper works very well but it also has snaps. The hood zips off but is great as is. Nice pockets. For $99.00 it is a definite WIN!
P.S. I ordered a Medium although I am usually a Small. Reviewers said it ran a bit small; the Medium is perfect.
How about a nice cozy sweater in tunic style? I love tunics of all kinds; I am not tall, measuring barely 5’4″, and I always feel a longer tunic makes me look a bit taller and just works well for my body type. And, most importantly, I feel good in […]