joseph leon opens new store at 1506 vallejo

Well kids, its time to start your holiday shopping--hey its already November 5 and counting--time will get away from you before you know it.  And don't forget to turn your clocks back an hour Saturday night. Not only do you get an extra hour of sleep, the short days and longer nights really get you in the holiday mood.

The place to stop by and kick start the gift hunt is Joseph Leon's new shop, JL Designs, 1506 Vallejo at

Polk.  He has filled it with an amazing assortment of gifts, home furnishings, accents and holiday decor.  It's a very pretty space, with a central crystal chandelier, peaked ceiling with dark beams and a multi-paned front window, giving it a bit of an old world feel.  The location, just off Polk, is not far from some of my restaurant favorites like Nick's Crispy Tacos, Pesce and Aux Delices, plus plenty of coffee houses in between.  See you in the store.