The Dala Horse, a classic symbol of Sweden If you are obsessed with Swedish design like I am, you are probably familiar with the wooden Dala horse (Dalahäst) — it’s often used as a colorful accessory in Swedish decor. Although the originals are hand carved and painted in Dalarna, you can find Dala horses in […]
Bring these adorable Kinder surprise eggs over the border into the US and you risk being snagged by customs and running up a fine of up to $2,500 per illegal Kinder egg. A dozen could theoreticaly cost you $30,000! What could possibly be in these eggs, you may wonder, that would merit such a huge […]
Azulejos– the Colors of Portugal In some cities, great art is hidden away in its museums and cathedrals. But In Lisbon, great art is out in the open for all to enjoy– just walk through Lisbon’s winding streets and look all around you at the facades of colorfully tiled buildings. (more…)
While shopping the housewares department at London’s Fortnum and Mason department store, this mischievous fox caught my eye. (more…)
With a dozen Christmas markets in spitting distance of each other in Vienna’s city center, is it really necessary to take a 15 minute train ride out to yet another market? Schönbrunn Palace Christmas market is well worth the quick train ride and is my pick for the best Christmas market in Vienna. I’ve been […]
Walk into the accessories section of any Japanese store and you will be floored by the trays of carefully arranged, high-quality hair pins, barrettes and costume jewelry, all sparkling enticingly like the little gems that they are. (more…)
