04.23.21
As a yarn shop, we frequently have folks come in asking if we are selling the handmade items on display in the store (we don’t). Our display items come from a huge number […]
04.19.21
This week’s Top Picks are here to make spring days more fun! Celeste shares a personalized piece to add some pep in your step that makes the best gift. Elizabeth’s is a long-awaited […]
04.15.21
I’ve been called everything from “Crazy Covid Lady” to “Hall Pass Monitor” this last 18 months. Many of you know that many of our staff were touched by COVID very early in the […]
04.15.21
Wednesday, April 28, is Spring2ACTion, and, as usual, we are all in. Frankly, this is my favorite event of the entire year. I love that, collectively, we all are doing something decidedly positive […]
04.14.21
Founded in 1974 in an old munitions plant, the Torpedo Factory Art Center is home to the nation’s largest collection of working artists’ open studios under one roof. An Alexandria landmark for more […]
04.12.21
This week’s Top Picks are making sure warm weather is in your future! From the streets of Alexandria to your next (safe) vacation destination, these favorites are here to stay. Elizabeth’s pick takes […]
04.09.21
One of our cherished local springtime traditions returns on Saturday, April 17, when Old Town Alexandria welcomes visitors to tour beautifully decorated exteriors and gardens as part of Historic Garden Week in Virginia. […]
04.07.21
Under new ownership and a new brand, ESP Tea & Coffee is embracing the community with open arms, hoping to make a positive change to local charitable organizations and initiatives. Previously known as […]
04.05.21
This week’s picks are here to make you spring break ready and stylish doing it. And if you’re staying in town, these are great for your last-minute gifts this month or surprises. Amy’s […]
03.31.21
Friday, April 2 – Fish Fry at The Alley at Stomping Ground It’s that time of year when we put away the chicken for one Friday night and bring out the catfish! Stomping […]
03.29.21
Spring has officially sprung, which means Easter is right around the corner! We’re counting down all the ways to celebrate the holiday with beautiful flowers. Whether you’re hosting or being hosted, we are serving up some […]
03.29.21
Whether you are dressing up or staying casual, this week’s Top Picks have you covered. Along with some other last-minute touches to get you through these spring holidays. Elizabeth has a dress to […]
03.26.21
Last month we did a shoutout to Alexandria to see what small businesses should be featured in Alexandria Stylebook. Here is our second feature… Sugarcoated Bakery is a home-based bakery in Alexandria, Virginia. […]
03.25.21
Tonight at 7pm, join us for a flower arranging workshop! With Easter right around the corner, we’re ‘coming up roses’ with a fabulous demonstration of a spring centerpiece and styling of an Easter […]
03.23.21
One of my favorite items to knit are socks. I almost always have a sock project on needles and with me. They are small and fit in most purses. Many of the patterns […]
