The 76-year-old Japanese quilt artist Yoshiko Jinzenji bought a 4,300-square-feet plot of land up Mount Hiei in Kyoto 8 years ago to build a house for herself. “The whole house is an integrated kitchen with a small bathroom. I want… Continue Reading Yoshiko Jinzenji: 76-Year-Old Japanese Quilt Artist Built Her Own 4,300-Square-Feet Kitchen House
By Jean Lovette It’s time to fall in love with autumn and harvest that home-decorating creativity! The season evokes nostalgic memories of fire pits, pumpkin lattes, and crockpots with comfort foods. May the forest be with you as you try… Continue Reading Creative Home Decor Tips for the Autumn Season
If you want to surprise someone with a unique gift, a Himalayan salt lamp may be the way to go. Salt lamps are becoming ever more increasingly popular for a variety of reasons, but you may not have heard of… Continue Reading Himalayan Salt Lamps… An Unexpected Gift!
“Wagashi” are Japanese confections. Beautiful and diverse, these delicacies are dedicated to Shinto gods and Buddhist deities, or used to end a meal. More importantly, they can show the provider’s sincerity and emotions. Kimura Soshin, a tea master, made a… Continue Reading Kimura Soshin: One Dessert a Day, Taste of Four Seasons, and Dedication
Some people are destined to become craftsmen. Tsuzuki Akira is one of them. Born in a pottery family in Sendai, he’s been interested in handwork since he was a child. After finishing college in Yamagata Prefecture, he went to the… Continue Reading Tsuzuki Akira: Make Crockery with Respect for Food
You don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars redecorating your home. In fact, you don’t have to spend over $50. Yes, you read that right. We’ve compiled a list of unique pieces that are under $50. From wall hangings to… Continue Reading Redecorate On A Budget With These Under $50 Pieces
Are you in the market for a unique earring to add to your jewelry collection? Of course, you are! Everyone could use more accessories. That’s why we compiled a list of unique earrings that’ll sparkle on your ears and look… Continue Reading Unique Earrings You Need For Your Jewelry Collection
Size doesn’t matter, what matters is your decor. You don’t have to live in a mansion to enjoy some of the finest styles. You can dress up your apartment, dorm room, or small house. Here are a few trends that’ll… Continue Reading You’ll Fall In Love With These Small Space Decor Trends
Are you moving to a new place? Do you want to update your current decor? There are ways you can transform your backyard without breaking the bank or taking up too much time. We’ve created a list of items that’ll… Continue Reading Small Ways To Transform Your Backyard
Summer might not be over, but summer break is, unfortunately, coming to a close. Which means it’s time to start back to school shopping for your kids. Whether they need stationery, bags, or nifty gadgets, we’ve rounded up a few… Continue Reading Back To School Essentials For Kids