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DIY — design it yourself
We’ve all been there… Scouting boutiques, department stores and even thrift shops for that “perfect” piece of clothing, only to come up empty handed. Wouldn’t it be great if you could design your own...
View ArticleHot styles for fall include texture, texture, texture!
By In Styles Salon & Spa, Alexandria Texture, texture and more texture is what’s hot this fall. Whether it’s the beachy wave look or the casual messy bun, as long as you have movement, you’re good!...
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Layer your jewels
By Shelly Beaulieu and Karla Mikkelson Works for bracelets, too! Everyone has a favorite piece of jewelry… but yet you long for something new. Here are some fun ideas on how to mix it all up as you...
View ArticleSearch is on for Miss Teen Douglas County!
Single ladies who have never been married and are between the ages of 13 to 18 years are invited to apply for the title of 2013 Miss Teen Douglas County. The young lady chosen as Miss Teen Douglas...
View ArticleBeauty tips for busy women
Don’t compromise your beauty regimen just because you’re busy. Women are juggling much more today than in years past. According to U.S. Census Bureau reports from 2002, 31 percent of married couples...
View ArticleExpert tips for special occasion hairstyles
Special occasions and parties crop up over the course of a typical year. Be it weddings, birthday parties or anniversary galas, friends and families often gather to celebrate especially momentous...
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The Classic Brooch
Need something special to wear to an upcoming event? Or just enough sparkle to dress up your casual attire? Try dusting off that beautiful brooch you didn’t know how to wear. The brooch can be a very...
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Refurbishing for Beginners
By Nichole Roell If the idea of refinishing furniture sounds fun but intimidating, fear not! With a few tips and tricks from a fellow amateur, you’ll have a “new” piece you can be proud of in no time....
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Is Pinterest for you?
Have you ever searched the Internet and found the perfect idea or recipe, only to look for it later and come up empty? Enter Pinterest. A virtual pinboard, Pinterest is a place where you can find,...
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Prom 2013: What you wear and how you wear it…
By Jodi LB Meade Digital Vision / Getty Images That special event is just around the corner. Preparing for and anticipating it is half the fun of remembering it! Begin with a SMILE ~ this will be your...
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Walls Fit For A Magazine
Mark Lund GettyImages/Thinkstock To give your walls the look of your favorite magazine spread, take five or more pieces of wall art of a similar style or color and group them in the same area. This...
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Shop Smart
By Jessica Sly Are you in need of some new outfits but are restrained by a strict budget? Too intimidated by all those racks of clothes to even attempt browsing? Good news! There are plenty of ways to...
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50s Fashion Sense
By Lori Mork Ah, spring. Sunshine and the approach of warm weather has many of us looking forward to shedding winter wardrobes in favor of light-weight, summery fabrics. But for women in our 50s,...
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Top Ten Wardrobe Musts
By Karla Mikkelson and Shelly Beaulieu JupiterImages/ GettyImages/ Thinkstock The perfect fitting bra. We don’t care what the tag reads. If you’re spilling out the top or the back, it’s time to...
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Let it go!
By Tara Bitzan It’s time to toss that old makeup Here’s another thing to add to your spring cleaning list – your makeup! It’s easy to forget how long you’ve had a tube of mascara, or when you last...
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Personalize Your Summer Wardrobe
By Amanda Herzog Hey, chicas! I was so excited to write this article because it’s about my fav season: SUMMER! Here are five fast and simple DIY’s to spruce up that wardrobe of yours just in time for...
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Here’s a toast to wine gadgets.
By Al Edenloff You get a bottle of wine. You open it. You drink it. End of story, right? Well, it can be. But if you like gadgets or want to add something extra to your experience, consider these...
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Don’t Forget Hallways When Decorating
By Tara Bitzan Sometimes people spend so much time and attention on decorating the main rooms of their home that they overlook the simple but important spaces – hallways! Here are a few tips to help...
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Arm knit Infinity scarf
By Bridget Braun As I was lost on Pinterest one evening, I stumbled onto this neat little tutorial for a scarf you can knit on your arm. I was intrigued by the idea of knitting on my arm and at how...
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It’s prom time!
It’s that time of year! Teens are on the hunt for the perfect prom dress that will be sure to turn heads. Here’s a look at this year’s hottest trends. Style: Just Bead It: From exaggerated stones and...
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