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After an iffy May, it's suddenly 80 degrees in the shade here in Oakland. We've got our deck ready - pots of plants trimmed, the grill...

Happy Memorial Day Weekend! Since it's sunny and in the 80's around here, it's high time to be outside. On our little deck, we edge...

Did you see someone jokingly wrote, "I bet Marie Kondo wishes she had more stuff in her house right about now?" I kind of wish I did too...

Nephew Owen has a thing for polar bears. He'd get a kick out of knowing about a classic style of upholstered furniture some people call...

What's fresh for holiday decorating? This year, it's lots of multicolor rooms - cheerful and of course, colorful! Let's take a look at...

Don't you love Christmas tree skirts? I especially like the handmade ones with lots of personality. Growing up, my mom wrapped a white...

Happy Halloween! It's actual scary around here as a once-in-a-decade "wind event" is due in Northern California over the weekend. ...

Have you fallen in love with Washi tape? This repositional paper tape packs a wallop of design into a small roll of tape. Big and bold...

Are you falling for fall? Come Monday, it's officially autumn. Cozy sweaters, comforting soups and roaring fireplaces might have to...

Happy Labor Day! As you might know, here in the Bay Area, we've got amazing wildlife. Our Oakland house looks out onto a hill, part of...