Last year for Mother’s Day, I created a small guide with 10 eco-friendly gift ideas for Mom. Well, this year, I thought it would be nice to share with you 10 unique gift ideas for this incredible woman in your life! So here are 10 unique gift ideas to gift Mom for Mother’s Day this …
Since I can’t offer you the opportunity to walk into a beautiful store and touch all my lovely handkerchiefs so that you can unfold them, caress them and compare them, I thought that a detailed explanation of what you should take into consideration when choosing handkerchiefs could be useful. Here are the main elements you …
Many of you write to me, asking for recommendations in regards to a particular handkerchief usage. While responding to the different requests, I thought that an article on the subject could be useful! So here are the different uses for the handkerchief and the ideal handkerchiefs for each purpose. Handkerchief Use #1: for nosebleeds If …
Many of you already know how to use handkerchiefs (if not, don’t panic, it’s all explained right here!)… But few know how to fold your handkerchiefs so that they fit perfectly in your hanky holder or in the back pocket of your jeans. That’s why today I’m giving you a little hanky origami lesson! Folding …
Furoshiki appeals to you, but you’re wondering how to use it to wrap your gifts this year? Here are 5 easy ways to fold furoshiki! #1: OTSUKAI TSUTSUMI This way of folding furoshiki is suitable for any object—large or small—that is rectangular in shape, like books, puzzles, a jewelry box or an assortment of delicious …
It’s not always easy to let go or keep your living space uncluttered and peaceful! Here are 5 simple rules that will help you start, finish or live a less cluttered life. Rule #1: No “just in case” One of the most common reasons for storing unnecessary things that will undeniably encumber you is that …
A few years ago, when we moved to France, I had the desire to start a project to raise awareness among parents about the value of buying second-hand for back to school. I was amazed at the amount of stuff kids “needed” to kick off the new school year—from a new schoolbag to a wardrobe …
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Warm weather and sunshine are finally here… But ragweed pollen season is also beginning … which means DEBILITATING ALLERGIES for many! Or perhaps you’re like me and you have allergies year-round when you push your limits playing sports (I know, who would have thought sports-related allergic rhinitis existed! Doesn’t keep me from being active, though.). …
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Truth be told, there are as many hanky sizes as there are noses. Ok maybe not quite as many. So here at TSHU, we’ve grouped our handkerchiefs in four “standard sizes” to help you choose more easily. Here’s the gist. Small handkerchiefs Size: 20 × 20 cm Why we ❤️ them: Small handkerchiefs are super practical because …
People sometimes ask me how I do it. And it makes me smile every time. “How do you do it, with four kids?” “How do you find time to work so much?”“How do you manage when Thomas is away for three weeks?” And I always answer—“You make do with what you have”! But maybe it’s …
