Licensed aestheticians Anne Pennington and Lisabet
de Vos are making personal care convenient for busy women and men in and around
Seattle. The dynamic duo is otherwise known as the Mod Beauty Squad, a new mobile
service that brings the spa to you.
By Alison Brownrigg | December 8, 2008
When metal fabricator and designer Frank Mansfield first set out to
build a better pet feeder, he made do with whatever was handy -- milk
crates, recycling bins, cardboard boxes. His aim was to place the food
bowl at the most efficient feeding height for his pack of rescued pit
bulls and lone Pomeranian. His experiments soon grew into an
Everett-based business, These Creatures, that offers ergonomically correct feeders for furry friends of all sizes.
By Kathy Schultz | December 5, 2008
When I was a kid, a family friend would send a big tin filled with popcorn to our house for the holidays. I was overjoyed by the sheer amount of caramel, cheese and buttered popcorn contained within the tin, consuming it by the handful until I could eat no more.
By Alison Brownrigg | December 1, 2008
Looking for high-quality apparel and accessories without the high prices? At Alexandra's Exclusively Designer Consignment Boutique, where everything is 70 to 90 percent below retail, Prada, Louis Vuitton and Jimmy Choo are within reach even during tough economic times.
By Sheryl Wiser | November 28, 2008
At jewelry designer Shannon Kosyk's newest creative endeavor, you're as likely to find a hip new T-shirt as you are a French military medal from World War II.
By Kathy Schultz | November 26, 2008
Seattle freelance writer Victoria Story isn't afraid to bare almost all in periodic clothing exchanges with friends from her contra dance community. "We call them naked lady parties," she says of the occasional gatherings she attends to swap clothes with other women.
By Sheryl Wiser | November 25, 2008
After discovering Shenui.com,
a local company that creates custom cleansers, moisturizers, serums and
toners using scientifically proven ingredients, my confidence in the
science of skin care has been restored.
By Alison Brownrigg | November 24, 2008
A fun craft project is a great way to have some fun and use your time wisely when the weather forces you indoors. Capitol Hill yarn and fabric chops Stitches carries a variety of craft kits and supplies that cater to everyone, from beginners to experts. If you don't have much prior crafting knowledge, you may want to try one of their easy, affordable (most are under $10) kits that include everything you need to create a finished piece.
By Cybele Phillips | November 20, 2008
At the Sips & Shoes event on Nov. 23, attendees will bring a fantastic pair of new or
gently used shoes for a silent auction, and will enjoy samples of wine
from 20 Northwest wineries while bidding on more than 300 pairs of
donated shoes. And if the shoes aren't eye candy enough for you, the
Seattle Burn Foundation firefighters will be selling and signing their
2009 calendars.
By Alison Brownrigg | November 19, 2008
We all know that the devil is in the details, so the best way to make a great outfit even better is to accessorize. Donning an arresting pair of earrings or an attention-grabbing necklace is a great way to add some spice to your look. Gabriela Artigas, a young Los Angeles jewelry designer who has been receiving accolades from tastemakers of all stripes, makes the kind of well-crafted, interesting, spot-on jewels that effortlessly enhance any outfit.
By Cybele Phillips | November 18, 2008
