BEDKNOBS & BAUBLES

Postcards from D.C.

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It dawned on me that I never did share photos from our most recent excursion to D.C. (aside from a few Instagrams here). We went over Labor Day and, in truth, we didn’t do too much. It was our third trip to the capital in as many years, so we took the opportunity to aimlessly wander the neighborhoods, enjoy daytime cocktails and pop into the zoo. But the most memorable part of the trip was convincing Dave to paddle boat with me in Tidal Basin. It was terribly humid that day, my life preserver was damp with the previous boaters sweat and I didn’t anticipate how difficult paddle boating really is! (Dave kept kneeing himself in the chest because the boats aren’t exactly ideal for anyone over my height at 5’ 7”.) We made it close enough to snap the photo above before giving up and calling an Uber to take us to Churchkey, my favorite beer bar in the city.

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Behind the Baubles: Jane Pope Jewelry

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As many of you know, maintaining blog is a lot of work, but it’s also one of the most rewarding hobbies I’ve ever had. I’m so grateful for the opportunity to “meet” inspirational bloggers and designers on a regular basis and Jane Pope Cooper is no different. Her collection is perfectly imperfect with organic designs and mixed metals (I’m most fond of the lip ring), but it’s radiant personality and optimism that makes me adore the collection even more. (I had tears in my eyes when I read about her brain tumor recovery.) She’s the perfect example of why I started this series; jewelry is infinitely more beautiful when you appreciate the person behind the baubles.

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Shop It: Delicate XO Necklace, starting at $198 // Rhodonite Pyramid Studs, $498 // Frond Earrings, $618 // Large Lips Necklace, starting at $355 // Delicate Heart Ring, starting at $111 // Lips Ring, $210 // Slate Bar Earrings, $198 // Skeleton Stack Rings, starting at $627 // Raw Diamond Ring, $582 // Sand Dollar Studs, $630

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Loving Lately

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Lately, I’m loving:

  • A fresh bouquet of tulips from the grocery store. They’re my favorite flower and it seems like ages since they’ve been available. Spring must be right around the corner!
  • The Tory Burch shoes I panic purchased. They were starting to sell out in a size 7 at other retailers and I couldn’t risk letting them go. They’re scheduled to arrive today.
  • Delving deeper into research for a Belgian getaway in July. I’m antsy to eat and drink my way through Brussels: mussels, frites, chocolate and beer! All of my favorites! Have you visited the country? Any must-sees that we should add to our itinerary?

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