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 Lindsay Tingstrom…
Each week, Jackalope Ranch brings you a free event, workshop, or you-name-it happening in Phoenix. Because sometimes the best things in life really are free. Let’s face it, nobody wants to be the designated driver. But in a city like Phoenix where convenient and affordable modes of public transportation are…
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 Claire Carter…
After a relentless quick eats takeover of the intersection at Seventh Avenue and McDowell Road, there’s a little glimmer of hope that not every inch of it will be consumed by the fast food dump (read: burgers, burgers, and, uh, subs). The glimmer? That’d be Bethaney Soliere’s Boutique Solie, a…
Pin Up Girl is a weekly guide to all things Pinterest. Our resident pinner, Laura Gill, will take a look at some of the best eye candy from around the web, provide a few pointers on how-to crafts, and weigh in on weekly trends and highlight local and national pin fiends. http://www.designsponge.com/2012/03/diy-project-sculptural-paper-orb-lights.htmlIf…
Frozen drinks, fireworks, and the inevitable hordes of Phoenicians (who hopefully packed some sunscreen) may make it easy for anyone to avoid flocking to one of the Independence Day hotspots, but in celebration of this Fourth of July, just try saying no to a sweet deal at many of our…
“Wear Art” is the tagline of Scottsdale’s Jewelry by Gauthier, which recently launched an online store full of its sparkly wares and, come August, will have another physical outpost in Santa Barbara. “Sign us up,” we thought as we entered the arts district store for a tour of Scott Gauthier’s…
Welcome to the Morning Buzz, a catch-up on interesting happenings around the city and country and a quick guide to what (and who) to keep your eyes on. We’ll be here, first thing every weekday, to get you going. Here’s what’s buzzing this morning:Because the geek wars will never end,…
What would happen if you got more than 100 strippers in the same room and started blasting hip-hop jams? Probably the same sort of wild scene that ensued last night at Stratus during the casting call for reality show Strip Search. Dozens of ecdysiasts and exotic dancers from a variety…
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 Cavin Costello…
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: Stella McCartney’s bold floral and citrus prints are perfect and playful for summer, and this structured linen, sequin-embellished skirt with a tulip silhouette fits the sweltering bill beautifully…
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 Hugo Medina…
As you plan your next pool party or day at the river, it never hurts to come prepared. But there are certain aquatic accessories that might say you’re overdoing it. And while it’s nice to make a splash at the party, bringing any of the following would be the social…
Continuing Manifestos, a collection of 10(ish) life lessons and rules written by local creatives and illustrated by local designers. Up today, lessons learned by local writer Jo Novelli, illustrated below by Safwat Saleem: Read Novelli’s manifesto below …..
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 Carla Chavarria’s…
The trivet seen above would not exist if it weren’t for Pinterest. I do a lot of internet surfing/”research” and am constantly coming across things I’d like to mark for future reference. Herein lies my absolute favorite thing about Pinterest — it’s a bookmarking tool, and I don’t think enough…
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 Daniel Funkhouser…
Last night Phoenix Fashion Week introduced a crowd at the Musical Instrument Museum to this year’s crop of 12 emerging designers. The group will compete during the coming months in hopes of winning the title Best New Designer — a $10,000 prize package to help launch one of their careers…
In April, Sweet Salvage owners, Kim Rawlins and Katie Hobbs were all set to reveal a sweet secret at their Salvaged Secrets sale. And for those of you that weren’t able to make it out to the Destination Found event in May, that secret involved a new (but very nearby)…
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 Carol Roque’s…
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: No longer is needlepoint restricted to your grandmother’s pillows and your “cute stuff!” Pinterest board. With designers including Valentino, Dolce & Gabbana, Balmain, and Marchesa showing pieces for…
There are plenty of destinations to keep you busy this summer, and throughout the year — especially if you’re a fan of the unusual. We’ve been on a hunt for lesser-known gems in our Hidden Valley series. Today, from abandoned dog tracks to castles, we bring you a few of…
