Hair Pin Tutorial by Christina Nicole
The coolest thing since the french twist is the hair pin. The coolest thing since the hair pin is Christina Nicole’s hair pin. So she gave us a step by step on how to style and use the hair pin properly. Form and function matter to the CN team, so finally...
Fall Spice Syrup Recipe with Cecil & Merl
You might wonder how the sweet bitters and syrup company located in Brooklyn makes their magic? Well, Cecil & Merl are the masters of the flavor. If you’re wondering what to take to Thanksgiving that’s not so typical (you want to be different and innovative), take this! It’s perfect...
A Vintage Old Fashioned with James
As your guests arrive for their turkey, they will need some warmth from the cold – prepare your new favorite cocktail with us and James. You might be wondering who exactly James is? James is simply sophisticated and elegant. Just see so yourself. Located in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, James...
How They Did It: Therese Kuempel
Meet: Therese KuempelFrom: Chicago, ILWhat’s her talent? MetalsmithingThis is how she did it. Where did you learn your craft?I began metalsmithing while receiving my BFA at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. I went to the school to study sculpture, found my way into the metals department in 2009,...
How They Did It: Homestead Apothecary
Nic Weinstein of Homestead Apothecary might be the man you want to call when, well, anything goes wrong. He basically helps to transform your body into the best shape it can possibly be in, naturally. Cuts, scrapes, skin problems, adrenal fatigue, headaches, digestion, thinning hair? Yep, they can all be fixed...
Travel Guide
It’s summer and you’re constantly on the road. Off you go to the mountains for some camping or to the beach for some smooth sailing. So, what are you going to need? We’ve got some solutions. Happy Sunshine from Straw and Gold!...
A Garden Party by And North
If you haven’t heard of And North yet, brace yourself. If you are a New Yorker that likes to escape the city on the weekends or if you’re a world traveler that likes to get the inside scoop on all things beautiful, say hello to your new best friend: And...
Mom, We LOVE you SO!
Every day calls for a celebration of mothers. Mother’s Day is just that extra day out of the year to show them just how thankful you are for their love. We know that sometimes it’s tough to find the perfect words that show just how thankful, how appreciative and...
Spring Essentials
Spring is in the air (finally) and in due time! We have chosen some of our favorite Straw & Gold pieces that are must-haves for this season. Start your spring-cleaning immediately and make room for some new gear; Straw & Gold has all that you need for Spring 2014....
(A non) Recipe from our friends at Daphnis and Chloe
From the kitchen of Daphnis and Chloe, we have a non-recipe yet recipe. We tried it and it’s delicious! Enjoy! “The best crostini that I made this year were with diced capers, crumbed feta, a generous dose of extra virgin olive oil and my freshly ground oregano from Amorgos....