August 3rd is Stationary Store Day!! Mark your calendars now and make your plans to be at Penny Post early. Last year, we had a line of about 40 people strong as soon as we opened the door. When I say our paper people are serious about paper, I’m not kidding. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

There’s a reason the world loves a spritz, it’s light, refreshing and so easy to make. Whether you’re enjoying these by the Piscina “pool”, Spiaggia  “beach”, Terrazza “patio” or Ristorante “restaurant” do as the Italians do and enjoy.

When our kids were born my husband waxed poetic about family road trips. He longed for the nostalgia of it (clearly, he doesn’t remember pain). On our first road trip with a small child, it didn’t take long for reality to set in. Traveling with kids is hard. For everyone.

Inspired by the beautiful, warm days and daydreams of vacation life, I've curated a vacation home mood board influenced by the best vacations, with a touch of bohemian design and coastal/lake living. Someday, we'll find just the right place to bring this scheme to life.

Summer in Alexandria can be scorching. Here’s a comprehensive guide to pool memberships in Alexandria, ensuring you find the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the summer sun.

We have all heard the African proverb, “It takes a village to raise a child.” Pippin Toy Co. wants to be part of your village. To do that this summer we have partnered with OWLS Therapy, a local speech and language therapy practice, to bring you a series of intimate workshops.

While the temps are in the 90s, we are happily making plans for our Showroom & Warehouse Sale in the fall. It will include new and vintage furniture pieces, art, lamps and accessories. Here’s a preview:

Before workshops were ever trendy, and way before Eventbrite was a thing, Marianne was teaching floral design. She built a cult following in Old Town, and each week a devoted group of ladies would clammer for a space in her class. Fast forward to today, workshops are still sacred to our team.

When we last met, I had signed a lease and was ready to get busy building. We had about a decade of experience with toys, but with what did we want to fill our store? The first decision we made was an easy one. No licensed merchandise.

Summertime means spending time outside by the pool, cozying up around a fire pit or hosting a backyard BBQ. Now is the perfect time to give your outdoor space a little extra love! Here’s how:

We've now hit that mark -- where we've moved the layout around a bit, know where all our items are stored, when the mail arrives, etc. --  and we're ready to celebrate our Grand Opening on Upper King! Join us this Saturday to toast to the journey and the strength of community.

We're seeking a local freelance/part-time project manager who is detail-oriented, enjoys job flexibility, has a strong connection to Alexandria, and possesses professional experience to proactively create better processes and project management tools.

Our week in Provence included visiting Cassis, Avignon, St. Remy, Uzes, Nimes and Isle-sur-la-Sorgue. Our last two days were spent relaxing and taking in the Provence laid back lifestyle. You start thinking – why don’t we live like this in Alexandria?

I see so many beautiful home transformations—with new concepts from our designers that I could’ve never imagined. I’m very envious because we renovated our home in 2018, and we did it ourselves. I made some choices that weren’t the greatest. I wish we had hired an expert or professional.

This prestigious estate in Cannes offers extremely luxurious services and an environment of rare elegance, with a lake, a tennis court, secluded woods, and a large outdoor swimming pool. 

Every parent has the same story to tell. My child doesn’t like to read, therefore he doesn’t read. That was true for my son, Will. We read together and he enjoyed that, but he didn’t read on his own. Nothing inspired him, until my brother gave him Dav Pilkey’s Captain Underpants.

I’m sharing my family’s pizza on the patio night along with some of my favorite resources, and hope it inspires you to enjoy an evening at home. Maybe tinker with a creative tablescape or find a new wine or vase for your flowers…anything that will bring you a little dose of joy.

Whether you're drawn to a sun-drenched detached home in the heart of Old Town, a newly built home in the sought-after Hollin Hall neighborhood, or a classic brick Colonial in the prestigious Belle Haven area, these homes represent the pinnacle of comfort, style, and convenience.

It happens every year. Your child comes home on the last day of school lugging a twenty pound backpack and a paper bag filled with a year's worth of artwork. Resist the urge to tuck them both into the corner of the room until August.

To kick off this summer and celebrate the passing of another school year, we’re throwing a little party at Pippin Toy Co. on June 12 from 1pm to 4pm. The fun will start with crafting and milk and cookies.