At this point, there is room on the internet for all types of fashion lovers. If you’re looking to shop more sustainably and affordably, you’ve probably found yourself scrolling through hundreds of videos of people running through thrift stores and consignment stores around the world, finding great fashion at low prices. This special corner of […]
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Live United: United Way is looking for more volunteers to help – Albert Lea Tribune
Live United by Erin Haag Kathy was one of the first people I met when I took over. At first, it was an admiration for her dazzling smile, her sense of style and her fabulous jewelry. Later, we bonded over cute dogs. It took me a while to understand her role as community involvement with […]
Inflation Busting Pop-Up Store for Young Families Opening in Dollars
LANGHORNE, Pa. — Here’s an inflation-buster for families with young children looking to stretch their dollars further. A pop-up consignment sale offering gently used clothing, toys and equipment for infants, children and young families is coming to the Oxford Valley Shopping Center for just four days in early August. Just Between Friends will be holding […]
Consignment stores see their business increase
Students and teachers will be back in class before we know it and with higher than usual prices this year, back to school shopping could be quite pricey. ROGERS, Ark. – Arkansas students and teachers will be back in the classroom before we know it and with higher-than-usual prices this year, back-to-school shopping could be […]
Revamp your wardrobe
wslate Do you have a closet full of perfectly attractive clothes, shoes, and bags that you haven’t touched in months? Do they seem to be looking at you asking, “Why did you even buy me?” as you reach for the same kurti you wore yesterday and the day before? If you answered yes to any […]
Fundraisers honor and remember Greenwood Park Mall shooting victims
INDIANAPOLIS AND GREENWOOD — Hundreds of people visited two fundraisers Saturday to help the families of those killed in the mass shooting at Greenwood Park Mall. Husband and wife Victor and Rosa Pineda were laid to rest on Saturday. They were remembered for the blessings they shared with family and friends. Pedro worked in construction […]
Supreme Rumored to Open a New Story in Chicago Next Year
By Bruce Goodwin II , Associate Editor @brucegood_ Bruce is a sneaker-obsessed pop culture junkie from Queens. He is a proud graduate of St. John’s University and is currently the associate editor of Cassius. Bruce hails from Complex as a social media guru and honed his sneaker savvy as an editor at Sneaker News. He […]
🌱 Unlikely friends find a new home + a new take on gun violence
Good morning! Here’s a look at what’s happening in town. Ready? First, today’s weather forecast: Hot with a heavy thunderstorm. High: 93 Low: 69. Here is our first local sponsor. Find out what they can do for you: Are you or someone close to you looking to relocate or downsize during your golden years? Crowning […]
Shop, dine and drink at Kingsland/Granite Shoals
Tate Gregory and Matthew Smith, two winemakers from William Chris Vineyards in Hye, take their lunch break at Wakepoint LBJ in Kingsland. Wakepoint is a hotspot for boaters and locals in Kingsland that overlooks the merge of the Colorado River, Llano River and Lake LBJ. Staff photo by Dakota Morrissiey By Dakota Morrissiey July 19, […]
We need ‘less finger pointing’ – Sourcing Journal
ESG Outlook is the Sourcing Journal’s series of discussions with industry leaders to get their perspective on their company’s latest environmental, social and governance initiatives and their own personal sustainability efforts. In this Q&A, Megan Stoneburner, fiber and materials director of the non-profit Textile Exchange, explains why the industry needs to get out of its […]
Consignment-sale: a solution to “the abundance of needs” | Featured story
BATAVIA — There came a time when Alisa Pastecki got stuck with too much baby clothes and kids clothes. His solution? Open a consignment shop. Now she has one at 56 Harvester Center – Thoughtful Kids Consignment. The idea to start the boutique was born out of an “abundance of needs,” mostly for herself and […]
No one wants to be in the office on Friday
Comment this story Comment Haley LaFloure picked up a few dozen donuts on her way to work. She forgot it was Friday. The surprise she had planned for her colleagues turned out to be upon her: the desk was empty. Everyone else at the St. Louis investment firm where she works had decided to end […]
US inflation hit a new 40-year high in June at 9.1% | Associated press
WASHINGTON (AP) — Soaring gasoline, food and rent prices have pushed U.S. inflation to a low new four-decade peak in Juneputting further pressure on households and likely sealing the case for another big interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve, with higher borrowing costs to follow. Consumer prices rose 9.1% from a year earlier, the […]
Where to get the most money for your unwanted (but awesome) stuff, by Mary Hunt
If you’re looking for ways to get money for things you no longer need or want, there are a number of options online and locally where you could win the top prize. You just need to know where to look. Here are some reliable places to get rid of your old stuff for the best […]
Best places to buy a first apartment in Buffalo, New York
Pleasant! You’ve saved enough to finally move out of your parents’ house, visited a bunch of open units, and found a place you can call home that won’t kill your bank account. After you thoroughly Read and sign your lease, you need to start making a list of the essentials you need for a functional […]
“The golden age of savings is over”
Tina Koeppe grew up saving. When she was younger, she spent weekends in thrift stores with her mother, looking for trinkets and unique clothes, but especially looking for quality items to fit into her family’s tight budget. Now in her 40s and with a daughter of her own, Ms. Koeppe has carried the economy from […]
The Parents’ Guide to Saving Money on Back-to-School Expenses
Mom buys school clothes with her son Getty Images It’s no secret that back-to-school shopping puts a strain on your budget. In 2021, families planned to spend an average of $848.90 on back-to-school items for children in elementary through high school, according to an annual survey by the National Retail Federation. Parents of students expected […]
Mischa Barton drops off gently used clothes at a thrift store
Mischa Barton drops off some lightly used clothes at a thrift store before indulging in an ice cold drink By Christine Rendon For Dailymail.com Published: 6:53 p.m. EDT, July 3, 2022 | Updated: 7:01 p.m. EDT, July 3, 2022 Mischa Barton raced in style on Sunday. The OC vet, 36, was spotted dropping off clothes […]
Edifier MP230 hands-on review: Retro to the max
If you look too quickly, you might think the Edifier MP230 Bluetooth speaker is actually a bedside radio from the 60s. Bluetooth speaker are more than its surface-level aesthetics. In general, Edifier has carved out a nice little niche for itself in the market by developing high-design speakers that reasonably beat their price in terms […]
Let’s Talk Trash: Clothes of Good Karma
Nothing is free, and the true cost of the clothes we bring into our lives must be taken into account more than ever. We spend far less of our income on clothes today than in the 1950s, but we buy far more. The result, inevitably, is a glut of shoddy, trendy fashion that ends up […]
Gilgen’s Consignment Furnishings in Cedar Falls will close on Thursday | Business & Economy
CEDAR FALLS – Tucked away in a residential neighborhood on a brick street is a beloved consignment store that has stood the test of time for just over 37 years. However, Gilgen’s Consignment Furnishings at 115 W. 16th St. will not reach 40. The owner has decided that his last day of business will be […]
Community News – Library launches summer reading programs
It’s time again for the summer reading program at the South Portland Public Library. Starting June 11, South Portland Public Library cardholders of all ages can sign up to participate in Summer Reading. There will be separate reading programs for kids, teens, and adults, each with their own challenges and prizes. The program will run […]
From the Remoov technology-based pickup service comes Miami’s new The Local Flea
Calling all home stewards! Miami has a new consignment store and showroom and it’s a wealth of things you’ll want in your home. Miami-based decluttering service The Local Flea To deletestocks used furniture and decor that you can buy online or IRL in its 10,000 square foot warehouse in Doral (7457 NW 55th St). Unlike […]
The Party Trunk is a different clothing store in Midland
For women in Midland, finding a dress for a formal event can be a daunting task. Outfits for proms, proms, charity events, or fancy dinner parties can break her wallet. Because of this difficulty, Debbie Hightower has made it more accessible and affordable for Midland women to find a dress at a discount. The Party […]
Homemade & More Consignment showcases Reed City talent
REED CITY — Homemade & More Consignment is a new store that opened a month ago in downtown Reed City. Owned by former factory worker Kristopher Cross, the store offers homemade goods, antiques, specialty items and decorations, t-shirts, jewelry, coffee mugs, stickers, blankets and more. Almost all of the store’s products are homemade by artisans, […]
Looking to cut wedding costs? Buy a wedding dress on consignment
Wedding consignment shops are seeing an increase in options after COVID changed many couples’ wedding plans. INDIANAPOLIS — Daniela Pretorius knows the value of a dollar. That’s why she doesn’t spend them all on a wedding dress. “The dresses I was looking at were around $2,000,” Pretorius said. “That’s a lot of money for a […]
Renaissance Fashion Festival 101 – 5280
Every summer, thousands of people flock to a medieval village of Larkspur, where sword swallowers, maidens and palm readers appear every weekend to entertain the masses. With the Colorado Renaissance Festival Back for its 47th season this Saturday, we turned to Her Royal Highness Kristy Ekiss, Festival Operations Manager and Queen of the Kingdom (look […]
PHOTO TEST: History in Motion—Columbia City Historic District
by Hazel Choi The Columbia City Historic District is a nationally recognized historic district located in the Columbia City neighborhood of the Rainier Valley. According HistoryLink.org, there are 14 historic sites in Columbia City. Over the past few decades, the region has undergone enormous changes due to development and gentrification. Community amenities in the area […]
RealReal Founder and CEO Julie Wainwright Steps Down – JCK
Julie Wainwright (pictured), who in 2011 founded The RealReal, the now public online marketplace for authenticated second-hand luxury goods, has stepped down as CEO and chairman after 11 years at the helm of the company . RealReal is currently looking for a new CEO. During the transition, Rati Sahi Levesque, its President and Chief Operating […]
Tips to save money buying clothes as prices skyrocket
How to save money when buying clothes With the summer weather starting to set in, you might want to buy some new clothes for the holidays or just for fun. CHICAGO – With the summer weather starting to set in, you might want to buy some new clothes for the holidays or just for fun. […]
Wadsworth remains an ‘unmatched’ community
WADSWORTH, Ohio – Wadsworth, once the game capital of the world, continues to lead the way in creating a vibrant and growing community, with everything from a thriving downtown retail scene to events family events such as the annual Blue Tip Festival. “For me, it’s postcard America,” said Daneen Kreuzer, who with her husband Dave […]
5 Best Kids Clothes in Aurora, CO
Below is a list of the best children’s clothing in Aurora, CO. To help you find the best kids clothes located near you in Aurora, we’ve put together our own list based on this list of points. Aurora’s Best Kids Clothes: The top rated Children’s Clothing in Aurora, CO are: Child to child – Aurora […]
Naples Pawn Shop helps the economy by keeping more money local
NAPLES, FL, June 04, 2022 /24-7PressRelease/ — We are all looking for ways to support each other and sustain each other in this crazy economy. Inflation affects everything from food and gas prices to housing. Our budgets are stretched to the limit and broken. Rather than first thinking of taking a trip to your big […]
Throwback Thursday – Hart County’s Thriving Amish Community
We recently shared stories telling the story of communities in southern Kentucky, like Kyrock and South Union. This week we head to northern Hart County, where we find the region’s largest thriving Amish community. In the late 1980s, these families began migrating to the Horse Cave and Munfordville area from Geauga County, Ohio. Horse-drawn buggies […]
Volume of fireworks seized from vacant Olyphant store alarms neighbors | New
OLYPHANT — In business along West Lackawanna Avenue for 17 years, consignment shop owner Marisa Fabri regularly prays for the well-being of the borough. × This page requires JavaScript. Javascript is required for you to play premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. kAmp 52J 27E6C [email protected]=:46 D6:K65 H92E E96J 36=:6G65 H2D [email protected] […]
Going UpStyle with a Passion for Selling | Local News
Leanne Mausey owns “UpStyle,” a Carterville business that resells men’s and women’s clothing at a fraction of retail price. The O’Dells The South Some people like to shop at thrift stores. Others really enjoy organizing, pricing, and selling items at garage sales. Leanne Mausey is one of them. In fact, Mausey and her daughter Paige […]
South Mall tenant moves to Village West mall – The Morning Call
A family business offering restored furniture, local artisan products and do-it-yourself home decor workshops is moving to Lehigh County. Uniquely Lopez Co., co-owned by husband and wife Juan and Dawn Lopez, will move in the coming weeks from its one-year location at the South Mall on Lehigh Street in Salisbury Township to the Village West […]
14 fashion brands that upcycle, resell or upcycle your old clothes
Raising awareness of the end of life of our wardrobe and educating consumers on how to properly recycle fashion is essential for a more sustainable future for the industry. In 2018 alone, Americans threw more than nine million tons of clothes and shoes in landfills across the country, according to the United States Environmental Protection […]
Chip shops battered by ‘perfect storm’ could face ‘tidal wave of closures’, experts fear
Chip shops battered by a “perfect storm” of Covid-19, inflation and war in Ukraine could suffer a “tidal wave of closures” with major job losses, industry experts fear. They have warned that soaring costs caused by shortages of fish, potatoes, cooking oil and flour are causing an unprecedented crisis for Ireland’s 450 chippers. Top industry […]
Mack Williams: Saturday in town – Salisbury Post
On a recent Saturday, my daughter, Rachel, my son, Jeremy, my daughter-in-law, Rose, and I went to a much larger town for a restaurant and some shopping. We dined in a restaurant that had decorative old-fashioned tiles in its ceiling. They reminded me of the sections of Grandma Williams’ pie saver doors (but of course, […]
An antique store donates part of its sales to the Vigo History Center
TERRE HAUTE, Indiana (WTWO/WAWV) — A local antique store is helping preserve Vigo County’s history. This weekend, Missy’s and Sissy’s Treasures will donate 5% of their proceeds to the Vigo County History Center. The antique consignment store is located at 569 North 13th Street in Terre Haute. The shop also offers a 10% discount to […]
Are you looking for alternatives to money? Online resale of second-hand designer clothes is now a trend
With the recent rise of resale apps, the idea of selling old clothes online is becoming more and more fashionable. Many people have turned reselling clothes into a lucrative side job or even a full-time job, gaining thousands of social media followers and making dozens of sales a week. According to a study by online […]
Poll: What’s the best thrift store in Fresno/Clovis? Vote here
Erica Mendez, 24, a mother of two young children, said it was her first visit to a thrift store on Oct. 21, 2013, in Anaheim, California. She usually shops at Ross or Nordstrom Rack, but was amazed at the low prices for used coagulations at the Savers thrift store in Anaheim. BRUCE’S ROOMS MCTs Related: […]
ArtSEA: Seattle writers get into data mining
In collaboration with a group of students, Audrey Desjardins, assistant professor in interaction design at the University University of Washingtonasked seven Seattle-area households for permission to obtain data collected by their smart home devices, including a Peloton bike, Nest camera, voice assistants and Sonos speakers. The UW team then handed over the graphs, plots and […]
Curtis Andrew celebrates 50 years of bringing down the hammer in American Corner | Local
AMERICAN CORNER – Curtis Andrew isn’t slowing down – and he has no intention of doing so. Five days after his 85th birthday, the veteran Carolina County farmer and auctioneer sports a full head of white hair, an easy smile and an attitude of gratitude. He doesn’t look his age. This year, Andrew is celebrating […]
VFW Post 10010 Hosts First-Ever ‘Day of Service’ to Honor Veterans of Foreign Wars | ABC Fox Montana Helena
HELENA– The 10010 Post Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) of East Helena held its first annual “Day of Service” to honor veterans who fought and served overseas. The national VFW hailed May 7 as the official date for recognition in the future. Many veterans came to Post 10010 in E. Helena to collect donated goods, […]
Calendar | News, Sports, Jobs
The Sentinel offers nonprofits and other community organizations the opportunity to promote upcoming events on the Community Calendar for free for three days prior to the event. Events requiring reservations can be promoted up to two weeks before the reservation deadline. Events that require purchase from a for-profit company, even if a donation […]
Five Points Consignment Shop Celebrates 30th Anniversary > Columbia Business Report
The Five Points Resale Luxury Resale consignment shop celebrates its 30th anniversary this weekend. The store, located at 737 Saluda Ave., is planning an anniversary rally this afternoon with Columbia Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, officials from the city’s Office of Economic Development and store owner Heather Craig Burns. Plus, a weekend sale will offer 15% off […]
Try Before You Buy: How to Spot Well-Made Clothes in the Dressing Room | life and style
JThe adage, try before you buy, may be more appropriate for clothing than any other product. No matter how typical your proportions are, most brands use a “fitted model” – a person whose job it is to try on their clothes – with their own unique body shape, which is why we are all subject […]
The Red Campaign raises funds for soldiers deployed due to the crisis in Ukraine
A company that helps veterans start their own business joined a campaign to supply increasing numbers of American troops heading to Europe in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. JDog Junk Removal & Hauling is a nationwide company that employs veterans and offers them franchises to start their own junk removal business under the […]
Save Huge Money on Clothes Back to the Office
Millions of Americans are returning to the office this spring for the first time in two years. This means that it may be time to update the wardrobe. But with inflation rising and the stock market falling, many people don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars on new clothes. Linda Swain needs to upgrade her […]
Three Wedding Industry Events for Engaged Couples in Central Ohio
Wedding season is officially in full swing, but there’s a lot more going on than the weddings themselves in central Ohio. If you’re currently planning your wedding for later this year and beyond, we want to put a few local events on your radar. Mark your calendars for the following events that focus on dress […]
Lansing Green Options for Living a Greener Lifestyle
I think I can safely assume that everyone loves planet Earth. Unless you’re one of those aliens from the M. Night Shyamalan movie. signs that is allergic to water. But suppose you are not. Earth is our home, and don’t we all love that nice feeling of being at home? This is where all of […]
Indians prioritize spending on sustainable goods: report
Indians want to leave an impact on the planet by prioritizing spending on sustainable products and contributing to local businesses, according to the American Express Trendex report. Eighty-seven percent of Indian respondents always or often buy sustainable products and 97 percent want to spend money on items that will have a positive impact on local […]
Surprise twist in Saskatoon murder trial turns on Boss suit jacket worn by defendant
A flippant response from accused killer Leo Daniels during cross-examination prompted the Crown to call Richard Fernuk’s daughters to testify on Friday. Daniels is on trial in the Court of Queen’s Bench in Saskatoon, charged with first degree murder in Fernuk’s death. Fernuk, 68, was found dead, tied to a chair, in his apartment on […]
Recycling shop a local first
FOR many people, the closings have offered the opportunity to indulge in new interests, and for Wendy Defrancesco, this hobby has evolved into the creation of a new store that offers something different from the typical furniture. Local Creations is Inverleigh’s newest home decor store, specializing in upcycled items like wardrobes and chairs that Mrs […]
Santa Fe Police Department looking to increase presence downtown
SANTA FE, NM (KRQE) – The Santa Fe Police Department is working to make downtown safer for tourists and business owners. One reason a thief was recently caught with hundreds of thousands of dollars in stolen merchandise from downtown stores. “What is going to be amazing is that there will be more traffic from police […]
How the Great Recession and the Pandemic Changed Fashion and Shopping
Economic downturns have changed the way we shop for clothes. After the Great Recession, fast fashion became the norm for millennials who dress professionally on a budget. The pandemic has been a shift towards second-hand clothes as Gen Z seeks nostalgia and good vibes. Loading Something is loading. You can thank the economy for your […]
Vote for Local Businesses on St. Louis Magazine’s A List | Webster Kirkwood Times
Hundreds of area businesses have been nominated for St. Louis Magazine’s 2022 A-List, which celebrates the area’s best in more than 200 categories. Until April 18, readers can vote for the top five nominees in each category. The winner and two runners-up in each category will be featured in the July issue of St. Louis […]
‘How long can we sit down?’ | Main stories
Operators of 14 shops at the New Forum Fishing Village in Portmore, St Catherine, have been wallowing in misery and despair since their businesses and valuable stock caught fire two Sundays ago as they prepared for the fishing season Easter, when they would traditionally see sales peak. Wholesalers, seafood vendors, restaurant and bar owners had […]
Dianne Vavra, former Dior publicist, opens a vintage boutique in Huntington
When it’s time to clean out a closet, most people bring a few bags to Goodwill, or maybe have a garage sale. Dianne Vavra opened a store. The Huntington resident, who was vice president of public relations at Dior Beauty for many years before opening her own public relations firm, calls her new boutique, Vavra […]
Twist Boutique owner says customers are finding reasons to dress up again | ALXnow
As the pandemic winds down, Kristen Moore says she’s selling more cocktail dresses, blazers and jewelry at her consignment shop in Old Town. Moore, owner twist shop (109 N. Fairfax Street), says customers have opted for more casual styles when forced to work from home, and are now looking to dress for work and events. […]
Opening of a Mine & Yours consignment store in downtown Ionia
IONIA – A new consignment shop in downtown Ionia offers a variety of items mostly sourced from local vendors. Mine & Yours is now open at 317 W. Main St. in downtown Ionia. It celebrated its grand opening on April 7 with a ribbon cutting from the Ionia Region Chamber of Commerce. Riverside Realty is […]
Bits & Pieces Owner Expands Art Store in Coral Ridge Mall
Bits & Pieces owner Deb Olson recently opened a secondary location next door called More Bits & Pieces. Driven by her faith, Olson said the business was her mission in life. Daniel McGregor-Huyer Bits and Pieces is seen at the Coral Ridge Mall in Coralville, Iowa on April 4, 2022. Deb Olson opened Bits & […]
County Wythe Man Creates Unique Lights and Lamps | Community
By JEFFREY SIMMONS | Staff God said, “Let there be light. Travis Jackson said, “Let’s make it funky.” For about seven years now, the Wytheville resident has been transforming old mixers, musical instruments, motors and other antique and vintage memorabilia into unique lamps and fixtures. He began his enlightening journey after his wife, Caroline, imagined […]
Spring cleaning: the things we carry
Most people are overwhelmed by the idea of organizing or downsizing an entire household. One way to manage furniture, household items, and other household items you no longer need is to donate them or, for more valuable items, sell them on consignment. The staff at Simple Solution Estate Sales and Services in Ephraim not only […]
More than 750 new businesses open in Santa Monica
April 4, 2022 3:28 p.m. by Jennifer Taylor The City of Santa Monica has approved more than 750 new business permits over the past year across multiple sectors: health and wellness, restaurants, and retail, to name a few. These new businesses are a welcome and vital addition to Santa Monica after the devastating effects of […]
Mac RV Sales never paid more than 30 shippers, stole $800,000
Over 30 people robbed at RV consignment, police say PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The owner of Mac RV Sales in McMinnville was arrested Saturday after police say an investigation found he and his company never compensated dozens of owners selling their vehicles at his store. According to the McMinnville Police Department, between May 2019 and […]
Sri Lanka blocks social media amid calls for more protests
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka has blocked access to numerous social media platforms in an effort to prevent further protests blaming the government for the worsening economic crisis. Internet users in most parts of Sri Lanka were unable to access Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, WhatsApp and other social media platforms on Sunday. Netblocks, a […]
Grace F. Johnson | Obituary
Grace F. Johnson CLAREMONT – Grace Frances Johnson, 80, died peacefully on March 21, 2022. She was born in Claremont, New Hampshire on April 20, 1941, the daughter of Olive K. and John D. Lovering. She married Charles W. Johnson on August 31, 1957. Grace and Charlie owned and operated Johnson Distributing Co., Cott Quality […]
Yorkdale Mall opens its first-ever vintage store this weekend
Savings has been a sustainable and affordable way to find some of the best basics to improve your loved ones. With so many thrift stores and consignment stores in Toronto, there are a ton of places to shop, but if you’re looking for a new favorite spot to check out, this news is for you. […]
Mom’s Market in Prattville holding consignment sale April 9-19 (Inside Prattville Pickers) – Elmore-Autauga News
CHILDREN’S CONSIGNMENT SALE – IT’S HUGE!! Over 40,000 lightly used items! Don’t miss this twice-a-year pop-up sale that benefits all local families. Families with outgrown children’s clothes and gadgets can recycle by selling and EARN $$. Families in need of spring/summer clothes and toys for newborns and juniors SAVE 50-90%! Listing to sell CLOSES APRIL […]
Mildred Green thrived as ‘a woman in a man’s world’ | News
Though she’s a business owner herself, Suzanne Green has one person to thank for teaching her the importance of work ethic and customer service: her late mother, Mildred Green, who passed away in February. “It made me who I am today. I learned everything from her,” Suzanne said. As one of four daughters, Mildred grew […]
Stylish Moms and Daughters Share How Their Fashion Sense Influenced
Inspiration, enemy, supporter or critic – whatever role your mother plays in your life, you are who you are thanks to her. Here, three sets of stylish mothers and daughters reveal how they influence each other and the joy of their connection to fashion. Ruth Forsyth with Mabel and Bonnie Bonnie, Ruth and Mable. Photo: […]
Women doing business in Alexandria
The pioneering spirit that helped give women the right to vote just over 100 years ago is alive and well today as women-owned businesses spring up across the city. Pioneers in their fields, women-owned businesses now represent 42% of all American businesses, according to the latest report from the National Women’s Business Council. During Women’s […]
Desert Rose Floral Designs Local Owner Celebrates Team Effort
OTHELLO — Desert Rose Floral Designs owner Melody Anguiano was looking for a career opportunity and found it in a business that technically wasn’t for sale. “I happened to see a sign saying Desert Rose was for sale. But I wasn’t supposed to see that sign because (then owner Renee Para) took it down, she […]
Westbrook nonprofit weaves community into its work
A volunteer stocks shelves for the new Common Threads store at the Dana Warp Mill in Westbrook. Chance Viles/American Journal Common Threads, a nonprofit organization that focuses on job training in textiles for new immigrant residents, is expanding its operations with a store and new classes to increase community involvement. At its location at the […]
Fasig-Tipton is dedicated to the digital market
Photo: Eclipse Sportswire The inauguration Fasig-Tipton March Digital Selected Sale isn’t a new concept, but the Lexington-based sales company is hoping for new results. Digital sales have struggled in the United States. That’s not to say they haven’t been successful, but they haven’t taken the same place here as in other countries or as much […]
The Whaley Center has become the best mall in Fayetteville, North Carolina
Fayetteville, North Carolina, March 15, 2022, ZEXPRWIRE, This mall has everything you need and more! With a variety of stores to choose from, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for. Not only is the choice excellent, but the prices are too! You’ll be able to save money on everything from clothes to accessories. So […]
The gear our editors loved in February
“],”renderIntial”:true,”wordCount”:350}”> Depending on your perspective, you might think Outside publishers are either employees chained to computers or reckless adventurers. The reality is that we are a combination of both. Either way, we all like to get outside and do it our way. Here’s what we used to accomplish this in February. Outdoor Research Tundra Airgel […]
Britton Peak a family affair at OBS March
Horses run deep in the Martin family blood. Anyone who has followed the sport at any time over the past 50 years would likely be familiar with the lineage, which in some ways has developed its own brand in racing. Starting with legendary Hall of Famer Frank ‘Pancho’ Martin, famous for coaching Sham to second […]
St. Petersburg Woman’s Typewriter Ribbon Tin Collection A Mirror of the Past | Home & Garden
It all started in 1978 at a flea market in York. Nestled between glass balls and scuffed treasures, Marjorie Birch spotted a faded blue and white typewriter ribbon box with “Chesapeake mark” printed on it. The palm-sized “canvas” featured calm waters under puffy clouds and a sailboat in the distance. Being from Maryland, this was […]
D-98 Trading Post Numbers Wednesday 09/03/22
Trading post numbers for 09/03/2022 (all numbers 573 area code unless otherwise noted) 883-6633 431-5179 783-9420 269-4222 330-3070 430-5711 327-9578 314-837-6826 636-208-0684 330-5725 218-2122 915-0076 314-624-2129 636-586-2270 482-6659 282-2268 734-2822 747-6624 854-4064 885-4439 CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS TRADING POSTMarch 9, 2022*** TRADE POST #’S 756-6000 *** ***KJFF TRADING POST AM 1400 09:30 TO 10:00. 636-937-5005***************************************************** **** ***********REMEMBER […]
Cape Cod Times Readers’ Exchange Features Blue Rock Golf, Salt-Free Bread
Write your problem, sign your name, give your address, phone number and send it to: Write to Know, Cape Cod Times, 319 Main St., Hyannis, MA 02601, or email [email protected] .com. Please note: We only accept listings for gift items, no items for sale. No telephone request is accepted. Do you have any puzzles to […]
Jim Cramer says Devon Energy is insurance against geopolitical chaos
Investors looking to buy a stock to hedge against global uncertainty in light of the Russian-Ukrainian war should look to Devon Energy, CNBC’s Jim Cramer said Friday. The “Mad Money” host’s recommendation came hours after he interviewed Devon chief executive Rick Muncrief at the CNBC Investing Club’s monthly meeting for subscribers. Cramer’s Charitable Trust owns […]
The Easton Shop features repurposed furniture, vintage finds and more
EASTON – The maidenhead ship has blonde curls and wears a faded blue blouse. His arm has been broken and a few fingers lost, but his eyes are still clear and his hand reaches out for what lies ahead. This replica was the first piece Barbara Connor had ever purchased, and it now adorns Connor’s […]
Paris’ best-kept vintage secret
PARIS – Shortly after Rihanna wore a vintage pink Chanel puffer jacket for her pregnancy announcement, another example of the same coat appeared – at an auction in Paris, where it sold for 2,500 euros (2 $830), beating its high estimate by 66 percent. Not that it came from Rihanna’s closet, although the current owner […]
The resurgence of twee fashion, its origins and how to get the look, Lifestyle News
Twee fashion is back and taking TikTok by storm. But what is “twee”? Think Zooey Deschanel’s frilly pastel dresses in 500 Days of Summer, Taylor Swift’s cardigans and ballet flats during her red era, and Betty Suarez’s colorful tights in Ugly Betty. They are the embodiment of the twee. In a modern context, the twee […]
How to Buy Extended Size Wedding Shoes
It’s hard enough to find a shoe you love, let alone a shoe that’s comfortable, within your budget, suitable for the occasion, and the right size for your foot. Of the many other stressors on your bride’s to-do list, finding the right shoe size shouldn’t be one of them. However, this is the case for […]
New Handmade in the Bay collective gets crafty
Handmade in the Bay, 180 Emerson St, Napier. Photo/Warren Buckland At a time when some companies have to close their doors, a new collective of trades is opening its doors wide. Handmade in the Bay is the brainchild of Maree Cooper, who ran a similar business in Tauranga. When she returned to Napier she decided […]