My Top 15 Current Winter Comforts

Come to think of it, this is a lot like a winter hygge list… cardigan/sweater or faux fur lined hoodie: alpaca cardigan from Timber View Farm Alpacas and Victoria Secret Pink Collection lotion/body butters with at home spa accessories I posted previously (see Pure Fiji and Sonoma Lavender Company) hot beverage: my favorites are hot …

Luscious Candles by Himalayan Trading Post

I ventured back into a local gift shop recently, post-yoga practice, already knowing what I wanted to purchase even before setting foot onto its front steps…  A child-like excitement over their gorgeous Himalayan Trading Post hand-poured soy wax blend candles; the Anise & Black Pepper and Apple Cinnamon to be precise.  I’m saving the Apple …

Hillhouse Naturals

I always find wonderful little treasures at the New York Botanical Garden’s book/gift store.   This time I picked up a Hillhouse Naturals Bloom sachet for my closet.   It’s an enduring floral fragrance.  Love it!  It’s the best sachet I’ve ever purchased.  Please visit their website.  They carry a wide selection of home fragrance products such …

A Penchant for Candles

Here are my top picks for candles with enduring fragrance and beautiful presentation: Slatkin & Co. (carried by high-end stores like Saks Fifth Avenue) Altru Gamillah (http://gamillahboutique.com/) Voluspa (http://www.voluspacandles.com/) Lollia (http://www.lollialife.com/) I also love artisan-made soy candles a lot especially because they burn cleanly and don’t leave any residue. My fave scent is clean cotton. …