Small luxuries for your spring routine
Beauty, home, and travel upgrades that make everyday feel special—plus a sweet giveaway.
Today’s free newsletter is brought to you in partnership with our friends at East Fork. Don’t miss the incredible giveaway!
When it comes to tableware, East Fork has all our love here at Downtime. (And I know many of you are fans, too!) They are consistently putting out beautiful new glazes of their pottery and creative designs (like this just-released Matisse collection).
But did you know that they also sell a lot of beautiful stuff that isn’t pottery? Here are a few of my favorites, curated for a slow and chilled-out evening—when you want to elevate things a bit just for the heck of it.
A spring giveaway!
I’m partnering with East Fork to give away a few of my favorite forms—the ones I grab on repeat for slow mornings, cozy dinners, and all the meals in between—to a reader of Downtime.
One lucky Downtime subscriber will receive an East Fork Starter Set (which includes 4 Dinner Plates, 4 Side Plates and 4 Everyday Bowls) and The Mug 4-Pack in a color of your choosing.
Be sure you’re subscribed to this newsletter first, then click the button below to enter the giveaway—good luck!
May your spring evenings be ever romanticized,
Alisha
More pretty upgrades for your everyday things
It’s worth taking a second look at the objects you use and see every day—and consider giving them an elevated refresh. The result is micro-moments of joy, the good feeling that you’re using something special, whether that’s a lovely hand soap or a thoughtfully designed kitchen tool.
FOR THE KITCHEN
Gingham olive oil cruet, $105.
Pretty rattan coasters, $30.
Le Creuset in soothing colors, pricing varies, on sale now.
FOR YOUR BEAUTY & WELLNESS ROUTINE
A lovely hand-painted brush, $48. *use ALISHA15 for 15% off — I was gifted one of these, and I keep the small size in my purse!
Dry shampoo that smells amazing, $42. *ALISHA15 for 15% off — it’s genuinely my favorite dry shampoo.
AND A FEW MORE…
This Week’s Links
Fun discoveries and what’s been open in my tabs.
A good read: Why do romance covers all look like this now? Thanking the Post for this v important investigative journalism piece. (Washington Post *gift link)
For fellow word nerds: The Merriam-Webster “Word of the Day” newsletter has become a favorite morning read. They also have a “Words of the Week” report, which highlights words that people have been looking up this week. It’s just as fun to read, especially when esoteric words like camerlengo come up.
A podcast rec: I was lol’ing in the car yesterday while listening to the Ike Barinholtz episode of Amy Poehler’s new podcast. Thanks to the Downtime reader who recommended it!
Splendid jewels: A hidden gem Etsy store for all your summery beaded necklace needs. Everything is handmade in Marbella, Spain, and so special. Also lovely: Blooming Dreamer and Chan Luu.
A creative dessert recipe: Banana milk tiramisu by
. (Ty for the rec.)For the parents: This toddler carrier sling thing seems brilliant (a rec from
). Has anyone else tried using something like it? Asking for my wrist.Butter yellow fever: My favorite sweatshirt is back in stock (ALISHA10 for 10% off), and I just bought my favorite basic tee in a pale butter shade.
Sweet and sexy: This balconette bra (and everything from this new-to-me brand).
↠ If you’re ever in a shopping mood, I’ve refreshed the curation here on this easily browsable page—including a new collection of under $200 finds.
What’s happening in the Downtime community
Chat with us: The subscriber chat has been buzzing lately—in the best way. It’s become such a fun, useful spot to swap recs, share finds, and hear from fellow readers. Come say hi! (A reminder that paid subs can start fresh threads to ask the group for specific recommendations.)
A few recent chat thread highlights…
Free paid months: Did you know that if you refer 1 friend, you’ll receive 1 free month of Downtime’s paid tier? And 2 friends = 2 free months? (And 3…etc.) 🫶
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Exciting East Fork giveaway and thanks for the discount code! Re: toddler sling, I tried one (a different brand) during a particularly clingy stage and maybe I just didn't get the hang of it but it didn't seem as hands-free as the images made it look. It felt a little awkward and unstable and I ended up not using it. But again could have been user error!
I’m from CA and the big handmade pottery brand here is Heath. I’m curious if this is an east coast/west coast split? Love both brands!