It’s with great happiness that I am returning to guest blog for the fabulous design*sponge once again. I was here last Spring, so it’s been just over a year, and a lot has changed over at sfgirlbybay since then. I have recently quit my ‘real job’ and have turned full time blogger. And much of that is because of Grace’s friendship and generous guidance, and for that I am forever indebted. And so, I am thrilled to be back here on design*sponge to share a few more of my San Francisco favorites with Grace’s readers. I’m planning on sharing a visual glimpse at our beautiful city by the bay through my photo diptychs, as well as take you on some visits to some of the best shopping San Francisco has to offer - some hidden treasures, y’all might not have heard of or had a chance to visit. I hope you’ll find some you like and make a mental note to check out either these shops’ websites (some will have online shopping available), or visit in person on your next trip to Northern California. Here’s a quick peek at my city by the bay. And next up, a look at a brand new San Francisco shop, the BellJar.