Fine Leather Goods

Hubbs and I celebrated Valentine's Day early because Monday is a really busy day for both of us. He's always a great gift giver. This year I got a Kate Spade Darien Thomas Crossbody Bag!  It's just perfect! It looks small, but it holds my wallet, blackberry, sunglasses, lip gloss and day planner! I can dress it up or down, it's so classic and just what I was looking for!

I would be remiss if I forgot to mention the little touch that makes Kate Spade extra fabulous! Inside the bag is a little green card with care instructions and the following message: occasionally she dreams of italy. she dreams of cheese shops, persnickety fiats, and very fine leather goods.

All I can say is get out of my brain Kate Spade and yes we can be best friends!

Another Fab Collectible...Lenci Dolls

I love dolls and I love collecting. Some of my favorites are vintage Lenci dolls. They are felt dolls with pouty faces and I just think they are beautiful. They also happen to have a very interesting history. To learn more about them, click here.  


I previously posted about one of my favorite series of books that features a Lenci doll.  Click here to view that post.  


Here are some fabulous Lenci Dolls from around the web. 

R. John Wright, Inc. is an American company that makes new dolls in a similar style. Here are a few of my favorites by this company out of Vermont. They are truly pieces of art!