This season—to help navigate through all the craft shows—my interns Jessica Hargest and Shabdiece Esfahani—will be conducting pre-show interviews and post-show reviews of all the big holiday shows.

First up—Becket Hitch, a skillful collaboration between Kohli Flick and Katie McDonough, two local desingers themselves. The boutique pop-up shop, at Woodberry Kitchen this Saturday from 10-3, will offer handcrafted items of high quality and impeccable design. The mission of Becket Hitch is “to redefine the current perception of craft by aiming to bring back the craftsman, the designer, the maker." Vendors include Valentina Black Scents, Mary Laurel Burt, The Floral Studio, Rob Bilek, K Flick Studio, Apex Spire and Bmore Papercuts. For $10 you can join in the festivities and get head start on a unique holiday shopping experience. Tickets (cash only) will be available to purchase from 11-7 at Red Tree (921 W. 36th...

Yesterday, I was picking up items at Crate & Barrel for a shoot and I noticed they had added a new Land of Nod section. The Land of Nod is a great kid's catalogue with furniture, bedding, and toys. So brilliant to bring the catalogue to life for the holidays. I already found a dollhouse I want for my daughter and a tabletop foosball table for my son (and husband.) It's so nice to get to see the items in the flesh! —JED 

High-end men's clothing store J.S. Edwards is hosting a public appearance by designer Daniel Dulce at their retail location (1809 Reisterstown Rd., Pikesville, 410-635-2266) tomorrow from 10-5. Daniel Dulce was born and raised in Havre de Grace and now works in New York City. The designer will be speaking about his newest collection including unique men’s dress shirts, neckwear, cufflinks and mufflers, and will also be available for one-on-one personalized fashion consultations. Also on hand will be eye-candy spokesmodel for the line Daniel Dulce Italy and Afghan War veteran Shane Duffy.

Intern Jessica Hargest spoke with the designer:

How did you first venture into the fashion industry? I was 7 years old when my mother opened a ladies clothing store in Havre de Grace. I grew up in her store and that is how I became interested in fashion. Then when I was 20 years old, as a sophomore at Washington College in Chestertown, I started my first job at Hamburger’s Department Store. I have been in NYC since 1973 and started as an assistant buyer, then buyer, and...

This Saturday marks Vasarri's last day of business. My intern Shabdiece Esfahani spoke with Vasarri owner Gail Kandel about her favorite memories of being a shop owner: 

"It's a hard question to answer because so many good things happened here with wonderful woman ... and so many personal relationships! It's very up close ...very personal and very involved when picking out something special for someone and you feel lucky enough to be able to share that with so many incredible, wonderful woman." For the past 12 years,  Vasarri was the place to go for any special event. Kandel calls her relationship with the store "a love story." The week that Kandel announced the closure of Vasarri was "the most incredible week of my life. Like a joyous memorial service." Hugs and tears were abundent, with many of her long time customers in disbelief that it will not longer be their faithful destination.