Sophia S. Mark
Sophia is a freelance writer from Chicago who loves to share her city with readers. Named one of AC's Top 1,000 Content Producers in the 2007 People's Media Awards, Sophie enjoys writing about Chicago, fashion and beauty, travel, and green living.
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Self Seeding Annuals for a Shade GardenShade gardens can be difficult to cultivate year after year. Try these self seeding annuals that thrive in low light for a low maintenance solution.
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Self Seeding Annual Plants for a Cottage GardenUsing self seeding annuals in your cottage garden saves money, time and reduces waste. Here are the best annuals to plant this year.
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Small Trees for Adding Fall ColorAdding color to your garden this fall is easily done with these small tree options.
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Green Guide to Identifying and Managing Houseplant PestsGreen tips for identifying and managing 3 common houseplant pests without having to spend a lot of time or money.
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5 Vegetables to Grow Now for Winter SoupsDiscover how good your winter soups will taste when you grow the vegetables needed in your own garden. -
Five Tropical Fruit Plants to Grow IndoorsGrowing tropical fruit plants indoors is not as difficult as you think, try these 5 plants for success.
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5 Herbs to Grow for Homemade Beauty ProductsFive easy to grow herbs to start a beauty garden and begin making your own beauty products at home. -
How to Keep Pansies AliveDon't let your pansies die with Spring, instead keep them thriving all summer and into the winter with these gardening tips. -
Caring for Your Living Christmas Tree After the HolidaysLike every other potted plant, potted evergreens used as decorated Christmas trees can be kept healthy year round. Caring for your living Christmas tree after the holidays is possible with the following gardening tips. -
How to Protect Roadside Trees and Shrubs from Winter Road DamageWhile not always entirely preventable, there are some ways to protect bushes, shrubs and trees that are already planted near the roadside from winter road damage, or things to remember when planting trees of your own.
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Gardening Guide: Late Blooming TulipsVarieties of late blooming tulips that are easy for any skill of gardener to grow, and can be found in most nurseries. -
Planting Guide to the Best Early Blooming TulipsThe following varieties are known as early blooming tulips, and they are some of the hardiest and easy to grow for new gardeners.
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Disney Halloween Costume Ideas for Children in MinutesFour ideas for last minute, quick and easy Disney themed Halloween costumes you could put together from your closet.
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How to Attract More Earthworms to Your GardenTips for attracting earthworms to your garden in order to reap the awards.
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Best Plants to Use on a Retaining WallThe best plants for your retaining wall are going to spread along and over the hardscape, require little care in hard to reach areas and have a healthy root system to stabilize the soil.
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Best Plants for Creating a Victorian Themed GardenA guide to the best plants to create a Victorian themed garden, including vines, trees, annuals and seasonal choices.
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Guide to the Best Solid Perfumes for WomenThe following are several of the best solid perfumes on the market and reviews of the jewelry form that some of them are contained in to help you choose the best option for yourself or to give.
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Best Houseplants for Low Light and How to Care for ThemA guide to houseplants that do well in low light situations.
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Mountain Bike Trails Near Chicago, IllinoisIn the several years that I have taken to the trails and parks of Chicago, both on foot and by bike, I have a few places that I head straight to when I feel like a more challenging bike ride.
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Tips for Designing a Hosta GardenBest types of hosta and other plants for a shade loving hosta garden. -
Beginner's Guide to Growing Geraniums from CuttingsA beginner's guide to growing geraniums from cuttings. -
Guide to the Best Software Curriculum for HomeschoolersA guide to the best homeschool software programs available for every age level.
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How to Double Your Potato HarvestA home vegetable gardener's guide to doubling your potato harvest each and every year.
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How to Improve Clay Soil for Vegetable GardeningClay soil does not spell the end of vegetable gardening, but it will definitely change the way you garden. The following are long term and quick fix options.
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Tips for No-Till GardeningIf you are going to be planting a flower or vegetable garden bed, here are a couple tips and reasons for no-till gardening that you can start using this season and carry over to the next with success.
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Tips for Keeping Crabgrass Out of New Grass SeedTips to help you keep crabgrass out of your new grass seed.
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How to Kill Crabgrass that Invades Your Flower BedA guide to killing and keeping crabgrass out of your flower beds.
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Guide to the Best Beers in ChicagoGuide to the best beers and microbrews in Chicago.
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Spring Wine Tours in IllinoisThere are several wine tours in and around Chicago every spring, but there are others around Illinois too. Get the news on the best wine tours here.
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Best Colleges for Your Money in 2010Recently, the Princeton Review released one of their many college ranking lists, this time noting which colleges in the United States are the best value for your money in 2010. -
How to Get Rid of Flakes in My HairRidding your hair of flakes is possible with a little time and the right products.
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Low Budget Spring 2010 Fashion Ideas and TrendsThe following spring 2010 fashion ideas and trends let you spruce up your wardrobe on a budget. -
Fashion Trends for Spring 2010: Hot SkirtsA fashion guide to the hottest skirt styles for spring 2010.
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Style and Shopping Guide to Agate JewelryThis article serves as an online shopping guide to agate jewelry and how to style it.
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Winter Fashion Guide to Pendant WatchesPendant watches have been growing in popularity because they are an elegant way to wear a watch. Here is a simple guide to wearing them and where to find them.
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Year-Round Dates to Enjoy During the Day in ChicagoHere are some of the best year-round, cheap daytime date ideas in Chicago.
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Guys' Guide to Shopping in Downtown ChicagoA guide to the best places for men to shop in the city of Chicago.
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Foolproof Guide to Wearing Statement EarringsA foolproof guide to choosing and wearing statement earrings.
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Fashion Guide to Wearing Plaid for WomenPlaid is a very male fabric, but it looks great on women as long as the cut and style is appropriate. Here is an easy to follow fashion guide to plaid for women.
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Five Romantic Chick Flicks Men Secretly LoveHere are the top five romantic chick flicks that men secretly love and will actually sit down willingly to watch, even if they pretend to resist at first.
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Foolproof Guide to Wearing Statement NecklacesA foolproof guide to buying and wearing statement necklaces.
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Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas for Twilight FansHave a twilight fan to shop for? Here are several last minute gift ideas for your Twilight fan.
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10 Last Minute Christmas Gifts Under $100Ten last minute Christmas gifts for friends and family members that cost under $100.
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Guide to the Best Plants for Winter LandscapingA guide to the best plants to create a diverse and beautiful winter landscape.
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Makeup Trend 2010: Hot Pink Lips and CheeksHot pink lips and cheeks are a hot trend in makeup looks right now. Here are my favorite products to achieve a hot pink, barbie chic look.
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Foolproof Guide to Changing Money in South AmericaThe following are some general money changing tips that can save you frustration and time in South America, and then there are some country specific money changing tips that I have picked up on my travels.
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Best Organic Skin Care and Makeup for Your FaceThe following are some of the best organic skin care and makeup products that you can feel confidant about applying to your face.
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Top 10 Blue High Heels for Winter 2010My pick of the ten hottest blue high heels for winter 2010.
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Last Minute Halloween Costume Ideas for DogsThere are several easy, last minute costumes that you can throw together for your dog on Halloween day. Here are some of my favorite costumes for dogs of every size.
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Last Minute Halloween Costumes You Can Make in an HourHere are four of my favorite last minute Halloween costumes for men and women, all possible in under an hour. Includes dancing gypsy, Frankenstein, Blue Man group, and a vampire bat.
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Inexpensive, Electronic Christmas Gifts for WomenFrom the kitchen to the gym to her suitcase, there are hundreds of neat electronic gifts that every woman will love. Here are six of my favorite, inexpensive electronic Christmas gifts for woman.
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A Guide to Art and Travel in New York CityHere are my favorite museums, galleries, tours and things to do when I am in New York City and want to focus on the great art to be seen around town.
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Inexpensive, Eco-Friendly Stocking Stuffers for WomenA guide to inexpensive eco-friendly stocking stuffers for women and where to find them.
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Easy DIY Thanksgiving CenterpiecesDirections for two easy DIY Thanksgiving centerpieces to decorate you dining room table.
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Designing and Caring for a White GardenWhatever your reasons are for wanting a white garden, here are some tips for designing and caring for your very own. -
Guide to the Best Marginal Plants to Use in a Water GardenHere are some of my favorites and the best marginal plants for a water garden.
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Safety Tips for Women Traveling in South AmericaHere are several safety tips for women traveling in South America - some are just common sense and others you might never have considered.
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Review of Garmin Nuvi 205 Portable GPS in Metallic PinkA review of my metallic pink Garmin portable GPS.
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Guide to the Hottest Womens Shoes Under $50 for Fall 2009A guide to the hottest shoe choices for fall 2009 that are under $50.
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A Guide to Fall Apple Festivals in ChicagoHere is a guide to local apple festivals in Chicago that I love attending with my own family. The first is in a suburb of Chicago, Long Grove, and the second is in the city of Chicago itself within easy walking distance from public transportation.
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Tips for Choosing Kitchen Cabinet ColorsHere are three of my favorite kitchen cabinet color choices for 2009 and in general.
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Boating Safety Tips for Labor Day WeekendThe following safety tips are some of the most basic, but also the most important when it comes to making sure you and your friends do everything you can to return from your boating trip unharmed.
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Best Chicago White Sox Pitchers in HistoryMy picks for the best Chicago White Sox pitchers in history.
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How to Prepare Your Flower Bed for Winter WeatherA guide to preparing your flower bed for winter weather.
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Top Three Paying Careers that Don't Require a Graduate DegreeHere are three of my favorite top paying careers that don't require a graduate degree.
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Natural Pest Control Tips for FlowersHere are ten natural pest control tips for flowers that I use in my own garden to keep my flowers blooming and my garden healthy. -
Best Plants to Create a Privacy GardenHere are several shrubs, vines and flowers that I have had lots of luck creating a privacy garden on a corner lot with. -
Tips for Creating a Green Wedding RegistryA guide to creating the perfect green wedding registry.
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Herb Garden Tip: Grow and Use Berggarten SageHere are a few tips that I have learned to grow a successful crop of Berggarten sage every year and how to use it in your own kitchen.
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Garden Tip: Best Basil Varieties for Your GardenGuide to the best type of basil to use in your own garden based on flavor, appearance and fragrance.
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Best Flowers to Control Weeds in Your GardenHere are several of the best flowers to control weeds and add beauty to your garden.
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Tips to Plan a Winter Wedding Reception on a BudgetHere are several tips to help you save money on your winter wedding reception with everything from flower selection to wedding decorations to wedding favors.
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Herb Garden Tips: How to Grow and Use Summer SavoryA guide to growing and using the herb, summer savory.
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The Best Cover Crops to Control WeedsThree of the best cover crops that I have used to control weeds at different times of the year and in different ways.
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Winter Wedding Dresses for Under $500Five affordable wedding dresses for your winter wedding that are all under $500.
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The Top 5 Winter Wedding Trends on a BudgetThe top five winter wedding trends and how you can accomplish them on a budget.
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Best Floating Plants for a Water GardenA guide to the best floating plants to use in a water garden.
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Guide to Choosing the Best Pond ShapeWhen it comes to choosing the best pond shape for a water garden, here are a few things you need to consider.
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Guide to Choosing the Best Location for a Water GardenA guide to choosing the best location in your yard for the placement of a water garden.
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Guide to the Best Tropical Water Lilies for a Water GardenA guide to the best tropical water lilies to add to your garden.
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How to Make Your Own Hydrangea Wedding BouquetAn easy to follow guide to make your own hydrangea bridal bouquet.
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A Guide to Gardening with Bulbs Native to North AmericaPlant, design and grow bulbs native to North America.
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The Best Beaches to Visit in the USA This SummerHere is a guide to the best beaches to visit in USA this summer.
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Guide to the Best Yoga Fitness DVDsHere are the five yoga fitness DVDs that have become my favorites because they provides me with different workouts that are challenging and exciting.
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Late Flowering Bulbs to Use in Your GardenA guide to late flowering bulbs that are great to add to any garden.
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Best Plants for Designing a Hummingbird GardenA guide to the best plants that you can use to design a hummingbird garden. -
Guide to Organic Food Delivery in ChicagoA guide to organic food delivery in Chicago and the Chicagoland area.
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Natural Skin Care Products for Oily SkinA guide to the best natural skin care products available for oily skin.
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Gardening Tips: Rubber Vs. Wood MulchA detailed look at the pros and cons of both rubber and wood mulch and which you should use in your own garden. -
The Best Summer Travel Deals for Students OnlineA guide to the best websites for student travel and some of the best travel deals online. -
Top 5 Websites for Summer Travel DealsThe top five websites to find great summer travel deals. -
Summer Wedding Theme Ideas on a BudgetBudget friendly ideas for a variety of summer wedding themes. -
Top Five Marc by Marc Jacob SunglassesA review of the top five pairs of designer glasses from Marc Jacobs. -
Best Hair Detanglers GuideA guide to the best detangling products available for hair. -
Skin Care Products that Promote Healthy SkinA guide to the types of products, and best examples, that will be beneficial for your skin. -
Budget Friendly Valentine's Day Gifts for Your WifeA guide to the best Valentine's Day gifts for your wife when you are on a tight budget. -
How to Pick the Best Limousine for Your Next EventA guide to the selecting the best limos.
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Top 10 New Year's Eve Parties in the WorldA guide to the top 10 cities in the world to ring in the New Year in 2009. -
Where to Buy Chinese New Year's Cards OnlineIf you are looking for Chinese New Year greeting cards of your own, here are several retailers as well as websites that sell several different varieties. -
Easy Homemade Chun Lian Chinese New Year Greeting CardsUsing cutouts it is easy to create your own homemade Chun Lian Chinese New Year Greeting Cards. Here are easy to follow instructions for making two different styles of Chun Lian Chinese New Year Greeting Cards to send out to family and friends. -
Celebrating the Chinese New Year in Chicago 2009: Year of the OxA guide to all the festivities all over Chicago to celebrate the Chinese New Year in 2009.
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The Best Bars in Chicago for New Year's EveA guide to the best bars in Chicago to celebrate New Year's Eve in style. -
Best Christmas Gifts for Single WomenA guide to the best Christmas gifts for single women this year. -
Inexpensive Christmas Gift Ideas for FriendsHere are several gift ideas that all cost around ten dollars, but will make great inexpensive Christmas gifts for your friend.
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Where to Buy White Christmas TreesA guide to buying white Christmas trees for this holiday season. -
Top 5 Yard Decorations for ChristmasA shopping guide to the top yard decorations for Christmas.
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Budget Christmas Shopping in ChicagoA guide to budget Christmas shopping in Chicago.
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Where to Find Inexpensive Vintage Wedding DressesWhere to Find Inexpensive Vintage Wedding Dresses -
Review of Bissel Healthy Home HEPA Vacuum CleanerReview of Bissell Healthy Home HEPA vacuum cleaner
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Where to Buy Mantilla Bridal Veils OnlineAn online buying guide to mantilla bridal veils.
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Where to Find Dessy Bridesmaid DressesA guide to finding Dessy bridesmaid dresses.
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Guide to the Best Waterproof Eye MakeupGuide to the Best Waterproof Eye Makeup -
Salon Tips and Products for Straightening Hair at HomeSalon tips and products that stylists use to straighten hair easily and quickly.
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Tips and Tricks to Remove Self TannerGuide to help you remove sunless tanner quickly and easily. -
Blush Application Tips and Products for Tan SkinBlush application tips and products for tan skin. -
Review of IMAN Cosmetic ProductsReview of my favorite IMAN cosmetic products. -
The Best Hipster Clothing Stores in ChicagoThe best places to find hipster clothing in Chicago for the entire family.
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Best Skin Care Products Recommended for HyperpigmentationA review of several skincare products that I recommend for hyperpigmentation. -
Urban Clothing TrendsUrban clothing trends take a glammed up version look this season. -
How to Clean Synthetic Hair Makeup BrushesProducts to help you keep your synthetic hair makeup brushes clean.
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Ideas for Designing a Home Meditation RoomTen tips for designing a meditation room in your home. -
How to Prepare Your Soil for Planting VinesTips on preparing your soil for planting vines. -
Ten Winter Garden Maintenance Tips for NorthernersSeveral years of winter gardening and maintenance has taught me a few things, and even though I cannot always protect my garden from the elements, I have learned several things that might prove useful in your own garden. -
Creating a Colorful Fall GardenTips on how to create a colorful fall garden using flowering plants and shrubs.
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Tips for Caring for Your Fruit Trees in WinterTips for caring for your fruit trees in winter.
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Tips for Organic Gardening in an Urban SettingTips for growing organically in an urban situation -
Tips for Maintaining Your Compost Heap in WinterTips to help you maintain your compost heap in winter. -
Where to Find Last Minute Vegas Hotel DealsHere are five of my favorite websites to find last minute hotel deals in Las Vegas.
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Guide to Chicago's Best No Cover Night ClubsHere are my choices for the best Chicago night clubs that are no cover and still have plenty to offer.
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Explore Chicago's City Gallery in the Historic Water TowerThe City Gallery in the Chicago Water Tower is a great place to discover new and experienced Chicago photographers.
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Top 5 Upscale Stores on Michigan Avenue, ChicagoIf you are visiting Chicago and plan on shopping Michigan Avenue there are some upscale stores that you just have to visit. Here are the top five upscale stores on Michigan Avenue selling everything from jewelry to clothing to shoes.
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Where to Find Women's Budget-Friendly Athletic ShoesAthletes go through several pairs of high-tech shoes every year, and the quality and technology that goes into each pair is definitely worth the splurge. -
How to Make Your Own Hanging Flower BagHanging flower bags add color and beauty to your home or yard in places that it would otherwise be hard to plant a garden. A hanging flower bag, when full grown and blooming completely, can give the appearance of flowers growing out of the side of a tree
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Best Dance Clubs in BostonThe following are some of Boston's best night clubs to go dancing and enjoy the night out.
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Top Boston Clubs for SinglesIf you are looking for a great singles spot in Boston be sure to check out the following locations which offer everything from a laid back atmosphere to a pulsing club scene.
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The Best New York City Tours for FamiliesHere are two separate tours that I have taken with my own family or a group of children while vacationing in New York City.
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Two of Boston's Best Wedding PhotographersAt the last few weddings I have attended in Boston, there were two photographers that stood out because of their ability to multitask, pose the couple and create beautiful scenes, and communicate clearly and quickly with those being photographed.
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The Best Historic Tours in BostonThe following ten tours take you all over the Boston area to the significant and well known landmarks, as well as off the beaten path to little known historic haunts that are just as important.
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The Best Antique Stores in Boston for Cheap FindsThe following are my favorite cheap antique shops in Boston. My favorite antique shops are those that specialize in a very specific type of antique, such as furniture or porcelain, as well as a couple general shops that carry just about everything. -
Design Tips for Creating a Victorian KitchenDesign tips for creating your very own Victorian kitchen. -
Tips to Help You Design a Carefree Garden RoomThe following are some tricks and ideas that I used when decorating my own garden room and tips that I share with others when helping them design a garden room of their own.
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Four Eco-Friendly Tips to Improve Your LawnHere are four tips to help you improve the condition of your lawn using only eco-friendly practices. -
Tips for Creating a Mature GardenIf you need an instant garden around your home or other building, there are a few tricks you can use to get one.
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Best Plants for Organic, Eco-Friendly LandscapingGreen landscaping sounds complicated, but it is actually a lot easier than you may think. Here are a few things to remember when you are choosing the best plants for your own eco-friendly landscaping project.
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Landscaping Tips for a Small YardHere are a few landscaping tips to help you turn your small yard into an outdoor oasis. -
Biodegradable Sunscreen that Protects and Nourishes SkinThere are several reasons for switching to a biodegradable sunscreen, and the several brands available for you to use make the switch even easier. Biodegradable sunscreens provide you with great protection from the sun and nourish your skin at the same time.
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Choosing and Adding Statues to Your Home GardenThe following are popular choices for garden statues and where to place them in your own garden for the best effect.
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Where to Buy Eco Friendly Landscaping ProductsThe following are several eco friendly landscaping products to help you keep your yard looking incredible and why you should use them.
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Two All Natural Mosquito Repellents that WorkI have tried ten different all natural mosquito repellents that each use different or overlapping ingredients and found two that actually work very well. Here are my reviews of two of those all natural mosquito repellents that offer great protection.
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Swimsuit Styles for a Full Hourglass FigureHow to choose the right swimsuit for a full hourglass figure.
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Summer's Hottest Cocktail DressesSummer cocktail parties are a great reason to get together with friends and enjoy a few drinks before dinner. The ritual also calls for fun and flirty cocktail dresses, that you can never have too many of. Here are my choices for this summers hottest cocktail dresses.
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Planning a Quinceanera: All the Preparations You Need to Be Aware OfHere is a quick guide to help you remember all the preparations that go into planning and throwing a quinceñera. -
Best Chinese Restaurants in ChicagoHere are my favorite Chinese restaurants spread throughout the city of Chicago.
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Product Review: Spinlash, the Battery Operated Mascara BrushA review of the new beauty tool, the Spinlash.
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8 Makeup Foundations with SPF ProtectionHere are eight foundation formulas with SPF that you can find at your local drugstore. -
Chicago Named One of Four 2016 Summer Olympic FinalistsThe International Olympic Committee (IOC) eliminated three cities making a bid for the 2016 Summer Olympics, leaving Chicago standing among the four finalists.
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Strong Spring Storms Blows Through ChicagoToday a string of powerful storms moved through the Midwest and into Chicago. The city saw massive power outages, downed trees and power lines and airport delays. -
How to Get into New York City ClubsHere are a few tips that I have used to get into some of the hottest clubs in NYC quickly and without a problem.
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10 Spa Web Sites for Relaxing, Rejuvenating Mother's Day GiftsMother's Day is the perfect time to pamper mom with spa products that make a serious difference in the way she feels and looks. If you are looking for the perfect beauty products to give mom an at-home spa experience, try these spa Web sites. -
A Review of Marvel-Mini Rejuvenating Facial Light TherapyThe arrival of summer is when my hyperpigmentation concerns are at the highest, which is why I purchased the Marvel-Mini Rejuvenating Facial Light Therapy for Hyperpigmentation as soon as it came out. -
A Review of Bliss/Philips Bikini Perfect Deluxe Spa EditionWhile looking for an even quicker way to take care of hair removal, or keep me out of the beauty salon all together, I found the brand new Bikini Perfect System from Philips.
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The Top 5 Trees to Plant for WildlifeHere are the top five trees that you can plant for wildlife. All five trees provide some need for wildlife, add beauty to your yard and give you the joy of viewing wildlife right outside your window. -
How to Properly Mulch a TreeHere is a quick and easy guide to help you properly mulch your tree and some tips on the types of mulch to use.
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The Best Sushi Restaurants in ChicagoA list of the top eight Sushi restaurants in Chicago. -
Learn to Save Lives with These 3 CPR Classes in ChicagoHere are several places in the Chicagoland area where you can receive the CPR training that you need, whether just for your own preparedness or for a professional position. -
Where to Take Belly Dancing Lessons in ChicagoGuide to the best belly dancing schools in Chicago. -
Tips for Growing the Best PeppersHere are a few tips and tricks I have picked up while growing all types and varieties of peppers for the last ten years.
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5 Ways to Naturally Enhance Your BeautyThere are natural ways to enhance you beauty and improve the appearance of your skin, hair and nails. Here are some of my favorite natural beauty tips and how to use them. -
Prom Makeup Tips: From Reducing Shine to Retaining LipstickA huge part of going to the prom takes place before the actual prom, especially for the girls. Besides choosing the perfect dress, the right shoes and finding a fun date, every girl going to the prom needs to worry about her hair and makeup. -
Tips for Planting a Spring Window BoxHere are some tips to help you plant a stunning spring display of flowers in a window box that will flourish well into summer.
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How to Make Flower Garden Party InvitationsIf you are going to host a garden party and want to make your own invitations, try making this simple but elegant flower invitation. -
How to Choose Plants for a Window BoxHere are some simple tips on the plants to choose for a stunning window box design. -
Chicago's Best 18-and-Over NightclubsHere are the best 18 and over nightclubs in Chicago, including clubs that host once a week 18 and over nights. -
Where to Buy Women's Summer Dresses in 2008Summer is the perfect time to slip into a dress. Summer dresses can be dressed up or down and take you through an entire day, making them a great addition to your wardrobe.
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The Best Vintage Clothing Stores in ChicagoHere are my favorite vintage clothing stores in Chicago that carry the best selection of styles and labels around.
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The Best Wedding Florists in ChicagoIf you are planning your own wedding in Chicago and are looking for the perfect florist to do your wedding flower, here are two of my favorite flower shops. Each offers very different service and designs, but they are both excellent at what they do.
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Where to Find Vintage Barbie Doll ClothesIf you are looking for the perfect vintage Barbie doll outfit for your doll, or your already clothed dolls need a new look, try looking at the following website.
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Vintage Jewelry Box Buyer's GuideIf you are looking to begin collecting vintage jewelry boxes, or for some new places to shop, here are a couple of my favorite places to shop.
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Where to Buy Wholesale Wedding Flowers: Two Online Florists to Get You the Best DealHere are two online wholesale florists that friends and family have used in the past to get the flowers they wanted for the least possible price.
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The Best Colors, Flowers and Floral Arrangements for a Fall WeddingThe following are some ideas to help you choose the perfect colors, flowers and arrangements for your own fall wedding.
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Free Printable CalendarsHere are five website that have yearly, monthly, and weekly calendars available for free.
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Seven Jeans Size 28: Where to Find Seven for All Mankind JeansTo help you find the perfect pair of size 28 Seven For All Mankind Jeans I have listed my favorite places to shop for the brand.
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Seven Jeans Size 29: Where to Find Seven for All Mankind JeansIf you are want to know where you can find Seven for All Mankind jeans, especially in size 29 which is a sought after fit here in the States, here are retailers that carry the brand, as well as other places to find the perfect jeans for you.
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Best Bars, Restaurants, and Nightclubs for the Over Thirty Crowd in ChicagoHere are five of my favorite bars, restaurants, and nightclubs that cater to the over thirty crowd in Chicago.
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Visit the Colosseum: One of the Seven Wonders of the WorldThe seven wonders of the world include some of the most glorified and magnificent man made structures ever made. My trip to the Colosseum was definitely worth the time, planning and money I spent to get there. -
Where to Buy Vintage Cabbage Patch KidsIf you are looking to sell a Cabbage Patch Kid you own or purchase one for yourself or a child, there are plenty of online retailers that carry the vintage dolls. -
The Best PBS Games for KidsHere are a few of the best games available on PBS Kids across a wide range of ages. Each one has a lesson that contributes to a child's developmental growth, and are fun enough that they won't even see it as an educational game.
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Pottery Barn Kids BeddingPottery Barn Kids offers a high quality line of kids bedding that is whimsical and stylish.
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A Guide to the Best Bulbs to Plant Under TreesPlanting flowers under trees adds color and depth to your garden. A shaded yard with several trees does not have to go without flowers the entire growing season, bulbs are a great way to bring a variety of foliage and blooms to what would otherwise be a very empty spot. -
Popular Choices for Girls BeddingHere are a couple popular and fun options for girls bedding that will work in several different room designs and stay trendy for more than one year.
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2008 Lexus Hybrid LS Car ReviewThe new 2008 Lexus Hybrid LS is the perfect combination of luxury and environmentally friendly cars. As a luxury sedan, the Lexus hybrid offers top of the line technology and engineering.
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10 Diamond Wedding RingsIf you are shopping for your wedding band there are several design options to choose from. Here are ten different diamond wedding rings for you to consider.
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Best Family Restaurants in ChicagoChicago has some of the best dining options in the nation, and family friendly places should not be kept out of the mix. Here are some of the best family friendly restaurants in Chicago.
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10 Princess Cut Diamond Engagement RingsHere are ten different princess cut diamond engagement rings for you to consider.
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Johnny's 20-Block Soil Block Maker: The Perfect Way to Reduce Garden WasteThe soil block makers offered by the company, allow you to make your own soil blocks to start your seeds in. Making your own blocks eliminates the need to buy a bunch of seed starting plastic cells every spring.
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Ugg® Australia Chicago Store: Shop a Variety of Ugg Boots, Bags and AccessoriesReview of Ugg Australia Chicago store.
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10 Celtic Wedding RingsIf you are looking for a Celtic wedding ring to mark this very important occasion, here are ten Celtic wedding rings to consider.
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Where to Find Antique Engagement RingsIf you are looking to purchase an antique engagement ring, here are a few retailers and websites with very beautiful collections to choose from.
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15 Best Restaurants in Lincoln Park ChicagoHere are some of the best restaurants in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood, both old and new.
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Food that Will Attract Birds to Your Yard All Winter LongHere are three types of bird feed that are sure to be crowd pleasers all winter long.