A NOTE FROM OUR QUARANTINE HEADQUARTERS TO YOURS
We are living through an unprecedented time of stillness, while our wonderful world hits pause. As we adjust to our temporary stay at home lives, we believe it’s the perfect opportunity to take time for self-care and focus on our wellbeing.
You may not be able to move about the world as you are used to, so we thought you’d enjoy a few simple indulgences to enjoy at home. From a browsable website of Texas travel destinations, a soothing make-at-home spa recipe, a true Texas cocktail, an easy bread recipe and a transportive breathing technique, to a few healthy tips that could save lives and your sanity. Enjoy these inspirations!
Books are great gifts, especially now! Here’s a list of America’s most loved books by The Great American Read from PBS - with classics like Charlottes Webb and To Kill A Mockingbird. Check out all 100 book titles here.
Start making plans to travel using our browsable website full of Texas weekend getaway spots including the most unique hidden gem hotels, resorts, B & B’s, festivals, small town attractions and more, begin dreaming here.
Enjoy a taste of a luxury spa experience from one of the finest spas in the world located in Mexico. Here’s their top tip on how to exfoliate for silky, radiant skin. Pamper yourself at home with their simple brown sugar scrub recipe.
Stay home, stay healthy, make your own bread. Owner, baker and Texas trailblazer, Sibby at Onion Creek Kitchens at Juniper Hills Farm shares an easy step by step bread making tutorial here. Don’t forget to make the herb butter to slather on.
You’ll need something to sip while you play Monopoly and Scrabble. So gather your “in shelter” people for a night on the boards while you sip a true Texas spirit. Read all about Sotol and the passion behind this cool Texas distillery here.
DESERT PALOMA
1.5 oz Desert Door Original Texas Sotol
1.5 oz Fresh Grapefruit Juice
0.5 oz Fresh Lime Juice
0.5 oz Agave Nectar
Combine all ingredients into shaker. Add ice. Shake vigorously for 8–10 seconds. Strain into rocks glass. Add fresh ice and garnish with a grapefruit wheel.
Stay calm. Box breathing, also known as square breathing, is a technique used when taking slow, deep breaths. It can heighten performance and concentration while also being a powerful stress reliever. It’s used by everyone from athletes to U.S. Navy SEALs, police officers, and nurses.
Do you know how to make sure your food is clean as you shop and get deliveries during this Covid-19 outbreak? A health expert teaches you exactly what steps to take - watch the video here.
OUR NEXT BOOK PROJECT IS IN PRODUCTION!
COMING SOON!
SPECTACULAR MODERN HOMES OF TEXAS is a prestigious coffee-table/digital book showcasing the exceptional work and expertise of Texas’ modern tastemakers: the people and firms responsible for creating today’s truly spectacular modern designed homes. We are combing the state in search of breathtaking modern homes. Shoot Jolie an email if you know of a home that should be considered.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SIGNATURE BOOK COLLECTION HERE.
WE HOPE YOU ENJOY THE SLOWER PACE OF LIFE these days. Stay healthy friends!
THE TEAM AT SIGNATURE
Photography credit from top to bottom, courtesy of Walden Retreats, Juniper Hills, Desert Door and City of Marfa.