Local Services

The Woman Who Wears Many Hats

Nicole Sanders honors old-world craftsmanship while building a modern, inclusive creative space for hat-making Article by Sophie Brock | Photography by Sophie Brock Hat-making is an art form rooted in patience, precision, and a deep respect for tradition. It requires a steady hand, an attentive eye, and an appreciation for the quiet, intricate process of shaping something both functional and expressive. Every stitch, every curve of a brim, every carefully chosen material tells a story, not...

Arts + Culture

Spring Pastimes You Will Love

Welcome in spring with these six hobbies perfect for the season Article by Mary Compton Cake Crafting Connoisseurs What’s more fun than having or eating your cake? Decorating it! You don’t have to be Duff from Ace of Cakes or Buddy from Cake Boss to start this scrumptious hobby. So, let’s get started. Bake your choice of delicious cake, crumb coat it in a thin layer of icing, add the top coat of frosting, and decorate with an assortment of options like fondant décor, edible paint...

Home + Design

Built to Be Worth the Investment

How Woodward Homes is redefining renovations and custom builds with craftsmanship, care, and client-first service. Article by Sophie Brock | Photography by Photography Provided One of the most meaningful investments you’ll ever make is in your home. It’s more than four walls and a roof; it’s your refuge at the end of a long day, the backdrop for birthday candles and holiday mornings, and the place where your family’s story unfolds. With so much life happening inside those walls, choosing the...

Local Services

Designing Fresh Starts

Inside Project Redesign’s mission to turn donated furniture into foundations for healing. Article by Sophie Brock | Photography by Photography Provided Coming home to a thoughtfully furnished, beautifully decorated space at the end of the day is a comfort many of us take for granted. Yet for some families and individuals, that sense of stability and warmth isn’t always within reach. That’s where Project Redesign steps in. By reusing donated furniture and décor, the nonprofit transforms and...

Shopping

Invest In Your Beauty

A Conversation With Celebrity Makeup Artist and Founder of 10.11 Makeup and Hair, Erica Beukelman. Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Photography Provided Erica Beukelman is the talented founder and heart behind 10.11 Makeup and Hair. With an expert eye for beauty and a sharp instinct for business, Erica understands the importance of investing in the things that matter most—whether that be quality products or building something that lasts. Erica, along with her husband and three boys...

Home + Design

Luxurious Lake Homes

Invest in a vacation home of your own Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Photography Provided While there is a lot to do in Tennessee, it’s always fun to travel a little farther from home and just get away from it all. One popular destination is Crane Hill in Alabama. Nestled at the foot of the Appalachian Mountains and featuring Smith Lake and freshwater streams, it offers plenty of recreational opportunities. Located off Route 65, the picturesque countryside drive is a pleasure in...

Finance + Legal Services

Bringing Wall Street to Main Street

Connect with a bank that invests in you and your community Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Photography Provided When Legends Bank was founded in 1998, the goal was to provide a local bank with a hands-on, personalized approach. “Our founding CFO and I had worked for a regional bank and saw the pain points of being at a larger, multi-region, multi-state organization,” says president and CEO Tommy (Thomas) Bates, Jr. “We wanted to be able to focus more closely with our community.” ...

Finance + Legal Services

Invest in the Best When Doing Estate Planning

Consult an attorney who is an expert in the field Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Allison Rodgers When it comes to estate planning, it’s important to invest in an attorney who is appropriately trained in every aspect of this field, understands the laws of Tennessee, and will take the time to get to know you. “The worst plans to administer after a death are the ones where clients have not received good advice because they’ve worked with attorneys who were not adequately trained in...

Home Services

Modern Home Designs

Staying on trend while appealing to the masses Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Photography Provided When it comes to what’s popular in home design, some trends stay for a while, while others are only in vogue for a short time. Here, Gabrielle Dodson, a Brentwood resident and Realtor® with COMPASS, takes us through some home designs that have stood the test of time and introduces us to some new and exciting developments. Kitchens While white kitchens remain popular, the color is...

Travel

Trips Worth The Investment

Five Destinations To Add To Your 2026 Travel List Article by Sophie Brock | Photography by Photography Provided A Trip for the Foodie: Europa Village | Temecula, CA  Recently named the Golden State Winery of the Year, Europa Village is an immersive 45-acre resort that transports guests to the old-world charm of Spain, France, and Italy in the heart of Temecula Wine Country. Foodies can indulge year-round in bold Spanish tapas at Bolero Restaurante, artisanal Italian fare at Vienza’s...