Category Archives: Tips

A timely tutorial for bow tying!

I love Paper Source. I was so thrilled when the one in Reston Town Center opened– now I don’t have to trek to Old Town Alexandria when I need boxes, paper, ribbon, or just some inspiration. Anyway, I love square knots and use them on all my boxes, but every now and then I’ll tie...

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A quick tip for taking your own holiday photos!

I don’t think many people realize how much I DREAD taking my own children’s holiday photos? It as if I go through a metamorphosis and what once was a patient children’s photographer turns into this stressed out, almost threatening, sometimes bribing mom… awww heck, let’s be honest here– I am a raving lunatic. The best...

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