Arts + Culture

Jewelry That Threads Art, Creativity, Life

Artisan Randi Chervitz Is Inspired By Intertwining Fabric, Precious Metals And Gemstones Article by Julie Brown Patton Creating one-of-a-kind bijouterie: To reflect the evolution of Uncommon Threads Jewelry, the custom work of artisan and founder Randi Chervitz is metamorphing into the business name RC Studio Jewelry.  "Each piece of my handmade jewelry reflects a unique, independent spirit. I enjoy working with geometric structures, colorful stones and textures to produce jewelry with rustic...

Arts + Culture

Passion Becomes Career

YarnCom Welcomes Fiber Artists Of All Skill Levels Article by Julie Brown Patton Fostering a yarn-driven, creative community through inspiring classes, stitch nights, lessons, summer camps and innovative events is the mission of "Yarn Queen" Heather Swan, founder of YarnCom since 2023. Located in Creve Coeur at 12772 Olive Blvd., she confirms the name aptly conveys her shop's clear focus of yarn and community.  Heather says she learned to crochet and sew as a young child. She picked up...

Arts + Culture

Through The Lens

The Power of Capturing Life's Most Meaningful Moments Article by Kelley Lamm In every image, there lives a story often unspoken, yet deeply felt. A single photograph has the power to transcend time, emotion, and even memory. Through the lens of a camera, life’s most fleeting moments are captured and preserved, not just as images, but as echoes of who we are, where we’ve been and what we hold dear. Photography, at its core, is more than just a visual record. It’s a form of storytelling, of...

Shopping

Home Design Fall Tips

Sarah Corrigan, Owner, The White Hare, Suggestions For Warmth, Coziness Article by Julie Brown Patton Add textured throws and pillows in warm autumn colors to sofas and chairs.  Place scented candles and lanterns on mantles and shelving for cozy glows.  Decorate outdoor entryways with faux pumpkins and a festive fall wreath.  Fill vases throughout the house with beautiful fall foliage.  Create a fall centerpiece in a dough bowl using pinecones, small pumpkins and...

Home + Design

From Creation To Calmness

Saint Louis Closet Co. Team Helps Clients Declutter To De-Stress Article by Mel Boban | Photography by St. Louis Closet Co. Lately, most people's days are chaotic, pulled in so many directions, and constantly plugged in digitally. We always seek calm, but finding moments of serenity can feel like a far-fetched luxury. For Jennifer Q. Williams, owner and founder of Saint Louis Closet Co., creating calm isn’t a luxury, it’s a mission. Jennifer is known as a trailblazer in the custom...

Travel

2026 – The Year of the Bucket List

We’ve all had those moments scrolling through photos or watching a travel show and thinking, “I need to go there!” or “Wow, that looks incredible—I wish I were doing that right now.” Those dream destinations often get tucked away for “someday.” But here’s the good news: someday is here.✨ 2026 is officially the Year of the Bucket List! ✨It’s time to turn dreams into plans and make those adventures real. Never been to Europe? Make it happen. Always wanted to witness Alaska’s majestic glaciers...

Arts + Culture

Giving Voice To Youths

Harmony STL Anchors World-Class A Cappella Singing Choruses Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Michael Martinez and Gea Rose Henry Among the three competitive choral groups directed under the internationally known Harmony STL umbrella is a mixed choral group for youths aged 11 to 25 years.  "Our organization is the Black Belt of all aspects of a cappella singing, and a hotbed for musical arts, based on our 62 years of history and musical excellence. We invite more young singers to...

Life + Culture

Reconnecting Youth, Nature

Advice Editorial: Why Scouting America Matters More Now Than Ever Article by Tracy Bono | Photography by Greater St. Louis Area Scouting In a world increasingly dominated by screens and sedentary lifestyles, the need for meaningful, active and character-building experiences for youth has never been greater. That's where the nonprofit organization of Scouting America steps in to offer solutions. According to the National Wildlife Federation sources, the average American child spends only 4 to...

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Inside-Out Pet Health

K9-Innovations: Luxury Wellness For Pets In A Daily Supplement Article by Robin Seaton Jefferson | Photography by Jennifer Hunn “When you think of your pets, you know they're part of your life,” says Kari Montgomery. “But for them, you are their whole life.” Scott and Kari Montgomery have worked in human health and wellness for decades. So, when the husband-and-wife team saw the need for addressing pet wellness, they did their homework. One of the things they discovered was that there are...

Health + Wellness

It's Adopting Cats And Dogs

Advice Editorial: Tips For Integrating New, Especially Rescued, Lifelong Furry Friends Article and Photography by Julie Brown Patton When embracing a furry family member within one's home, it's vital to understand what's become known as the 3-3-3 Rule . This phased adjustment approach reflects time-tested guidelines that it can take a dog or cat 3 days to decompress from its prior circumstances, particularly if coming out of noisy, unfamiliar shelter surroundings; 3 weeks to adapt to a...