Nine Hottest Halloween Costume Trends of 2012

There are exactly 37 days left until Halloween dawns, which means you have that long to conjure up with a killer costume for yourself. And while that might seem like all the time in the world, don’t put things off, bub, especially since some else might just snatch up the…

Spotted: A Letterpress Block of KFC’s Colonel Sanders on Etsy

In 1930, Harland David Sanders opened the doors to a service station in Kentucky that served chicken dishes to the small community of Corbin. His recipes were popular, and Sanders moved to a restaurant/motel where he worked on a “secret” recipe for fried chicken in a pressure fryer. More than…

20. Jules Demetrius

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives. Jules Demetrius…

21: Rebecca Green

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives. Rebecca Green…

Andrea Beesley’s Seven Favorite Halloween Flicks

See also: Six Films Pregnant Women Should Never, Ever Watch See also: Midnite Movie Mamacita’s Four Favorite Scary Movies of 2011 See also: Creatives 2012 – 31: Andrea BeesleySeen any good scary movies lately? You’re about to have more than a few opportunities to do so as the Halloween season…

Vintage Peacoat at Deseret Industries

See also: Bloggers Adrienne Keene and Dr. Jessica Metcalf on Native Headdresses, Patterns, and “Aztec” Labels in Popular Fashion See also: Five Favorite Looks Spotted at Fashion’s Night Out What: Maybe we’re getting a little ahead of ourselves looking at all the upcoming fall festivals and Target’s already-happening Halloween section,…

The Seven Worst Theme Parks in the World

If you’ve ever been to Dinseyland/World/Universe, you know first-hand how magical a day at the theme park can be. But last week when we shared the south-of-the-border theme park, La Caminata Nocturna, where guests enjoy a four-hour “illegal experience” akin to crossing the US/Mexico border we got to thinking about…

For Rent: Studio/Gallery/Retail Space at 335 W. McDowell

​Run out of space to work on your latest project or looking for a spot to to organize your local business? Take note: 335 W McDowell is looking for a renter. Two of the three suites in the building owned by Ashley Harder of Harder Development are available immediately. Harder…

Three Haunted Houses Holding Casting Calls This Weekend

See also: Four Haunted Houses Opening in the Valley Next Weekend See also: Three Reasons Why You Should Already Be Excited for Halloween (Yes, Really) Do you like scaring people? Have an affinity for wearing creepy costumes and freaky-looking face paint while chasing terrified teenagers? Then the people behind a…

22: Julia Fournier

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives. See also:…

Four Haunted Houses Opening in the Valley in September

The chainsaws are being gassed up, the fake blood is ready to start dripping from the walls, and the cast members are getting their costumes and macabre-looking masks in order. The proprietors of several haunted house around the Valley are busy putting the final touches on their horror-inducing attractions as…

23: Such and Champ Styles

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives. See also:…

Neck Tattoos: A How-To Approach (We’re Looking at You Chris Brown)

See Also: We’re Doomed: Love Psychic Claims Butthole Tattoos Are the Next “Big Thing” (NSFW) Let’s be honest, Chris Brown isn’t exactly the king of good decisions. If anything, he’s like the O.J. Simpson of Pop in that you’re constantly wondering what he’ll get away with next. On the heels…

24: Kevin Flanagan

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives. Kevin Flanagan…

Olive Portfolio Clutch at Time Echo Vintage

See also: Becky Lee Is Big in Portugal See also: Five Favorite Looks Spotted at Fashion’s Night Out See also: The Seven Unforgivable Fashion Sins of Fall 2012 Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it’s a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it’s on our have-to-have list. What:…

25: Kim Moody

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives. Kim Moody…

26: Ann Morton

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives. See also:…