FEBRUARY
Better late than never???
Welcome to Customer Copy! A place for all things media, food, design, wellness + more. Each month, I’ll be sharing products + practices that I’m obsessed with in the Fancy/Fun/Functional/Free approval matrix. It will be a space for observations, tips & tricks + essential life hacks. I hope you find these things as valuable as I do + I can’t wait to share them + continue the conversation with all of you. Most (but not all) items on the matrix will be linked so don’t hesitate to message me if you ever need more intel. Ok let’s get into it…
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FEBRUARY
FANCY
Saw these on Instagram a few months ago I’ve been thinking about them ever since. Thoughtfully and ergonomically designed - it just seems to be the best pepper grinder on the market. Just placed my order so I’ll have to report back but I’m pretty much sold on it solely as a beautiful kitchen object alone.
You probably need these.
I wanted to find a set of mugs that were functional, hand-made and beautiful (surprisingly difficult?), and found all 3 in Super Ceramic’s classic mug. I started with the mugs but I’ve been eyeing 1/2 their catalog ever since. They’re def on the pricey side (especially with shipping) but make for a lovely gift or personal splurge. Your morning coffee ritual will thank you.
Unfortunately worth the hype. The Cloud Cotton Duvet Set in particular. Impossibly soft, washes well, lasts forever, comes in many nice colors, and currently on sale!
FUN
These are so good I only allow myself to buy them once a month (guess when). Carrot is my favorite, but they come in a bunch of other flavors and they’re all 10’s. Also just like… brilliant product and idea. More personal cakes in 2026.
New new from Lily King (IYKYK)
The best game to play in a group. Easy to explain + will have you in actual tears.
I just discovered this brand, and I’ve already placed 3 orders. Black owned with a focus on storytelling, nostalgia, and culture. Also just extremely it girl coded.
Early contender for Color of the Year.
FUNCTIONAL
The ultimate cozy winter recipe. Add shallots + serve with a baguette or otherwise toasty bread. 100/10.
The exact one I have is sold out but there are lots of other options at various price points linked below. Perfect for hat + accessory storage.
THE BEST CHILI CRISP ON EARTH:
They sometimes sell it @ Momma’s in Cambridge but I’ve also been known to place bulk orders online. She’s simply the one.
Full stop. Incredible product, great price point, actually works. My favorites are the Milk Glaze, Glazing Serum, Glazing Mist, and the Eye Patches, but I really don’t think you can go wrong. Miss Bieber went off.
I cannot believe it has taken us two thousand and twenty six years to unlock in-shower moisture solutions, but here we are. All 3 of these are incredible + game changing for winter skin/in general. Listing from light to heavy re: moisture. I currently have all 3 in my shower rotation.
FREE
I’m so obsessed with this app, and I need more people to know about it. If you have a library card, you can download this for free and get access to Minuteman’s entire catalog of books and audiobooks. Only a number of copies of each title can be in rotation at a time, so you sometimes have to wait a little for your book to be available, but I’ve always been able to find something to read or listen to. Plus it means you can cancel your Audible subscription.
While I put this in “free” (& it can be), you really should pay for this subscription. Aiyana is an herbalist and culinary nutritionist and her recipes and content are lovely, thoughtful, intentional and enlightening. You can also follow her on instagram, linked here.
These have become something of a comfort show for me. I love watching them while I’m folding laundry or writing emails, but they also serve as excellent dinner menu inspiration. The videos are comprehensive, informative and easy to follow. Every recipe I’ve made (which is most of them) has been amazing.
Ashley is my absolute favorite person to follow on Instagram. Her stories are high art, her writing makes me cry on a regular basis, and she is one of the most authentic creators (actual capital c Creators) I’ve ever encountered. She is a light and I feel so lucky to have a window into her world. Follow her on IG here.
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Ok that’s February! See you next month! Love you mean it.
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