Years ago, a friend of mine had a photographer come to her house to take baby pictures. She spent hundreds of dollars. I thought she was being extravagant. Now, with two adorable dogs, I think having pet portraits taken as a matter of posterity is essential, not extravagant. (Yes, I know they're not human -- but they're still my "babies.")
By Kathy Schultz | June 6, 2006
Dad doesn't want another boring tie-so give him one with a little bite.
By Kathy Schultz | June 2, 2006
Can't get motivated to start your spring cleaning? These spiffy home products from Two's Company may impel you to scour those tubs, dust those blinds, sweep those stairs and tidy up.
By Kathy Schultz | May 30, 2006
What's a girl to do when she's on the road and she: a) is craving chocolate b) breaks a nail c) pops a button d) gets a flat tire e) all of the above She breaks out her Safety Girl Roadside Emergency Kit! The girly lunchbox style kit is...
By Kathy Schultz | May 26, 2006
What's the first thing you do when you start organizing a room (or garage, or kitchen)? You shop for all those cool organizer drawers, racks, hooks, baskets, etc. Right? Wrong! You pick up Laura Leist's book, "Eliminate Chaos" ($19.95, published by Sasquatch Books, May 2006) and take a step-by-step...
By Kathy Schultz | May 24, 2006
Comfort and style aside, the clever flip-flops have a built-in bottle opener. Thirsty? Just whip off the old flip-flop and open a brew—or a soda. The church key opener is recessed in the sole. Technical fabric makes the nubuck/neoprene upper water-friendly and the contoured foot-bed keeps your feet comfy on sand, soil or concrete.
By Kathy Schultz | May 19, 2006
Looking for a new look for spring? Expert makeup artist Troy Kendal will not only give you a fresh makeover but teach you cosmetic techniques to bring your look into the 21st century.
By Kathy Schultz | May 18, 2006
If they don't become beauty school drop-outs, they get to build their clientele in the groovy Vain salon and boutique, working for cheap. The program is ongoing, and staff members say there's usually at least one apprentice around.
By Katherine Sather | May 17, 2006
These cheery totes are practical for almost any outing, whether it's a day picnic with the kids or hauling work projects. Hedy Anderson, an on-the-go woman and mother, has road-tested and fine-tuned her bags, designing a perfect, washable go-anywhere tote that also scores high in the cute category. She...
By Kathy Schultz | May 12, 2006
When Ashley Baker began gardening in earnest, she wanted her basic tools within reach. And she wanted cute. So she made her own pocketed garden apron. Then she made them for friends. Now she makes them for other girls who want a little style while they garden.
By Kathy Schultz | May 11, 2006
