How many times have you looked at a Pinterest bedroom filled with plants and thought “I wish I could do that”? For some, the thought of keeping a plant alive is impossible. Owning a houseplant (or 30) can seem overwhelming, but with the right guidance and a little bit of patience, anyone can be an amazing parent to their little green companions.
Read MoreDowntown Springfield welcomes a new, bright and airy coffee shop, Green House Coffee + Affogato Bar. Located at 431 S. Jefferson Ave. Suite 172, Green House specializes in affogato. The Italian coffee-based dessert is made with a scoop of ice cream or gelato, topped with a pour of espresso or strong brewed coffee.
Read MoreDinner parties no longer have to be long, boring, drawn-out meals; they can be a wonderful escape from the everyday hustle and bustle of college or adult life. By following a few simple steps, you can throw a glamorous and fun holiday dinner.
Read MoreNestled amongst the other cozy homes lining historic Walnut Street, Pagination Bookshop serves as a warm and welcoming space for book lovers of all kinds. Visitors of the indie bookstore are invited to experience what co-owner and MSU English professor Jennifer Murvin calls the “magic of the browse” by exploring the shelves of carefully curated stories inside the historic home.
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All throughout history, fashion has been used to communicate people’s identities to the world. Because being LGBTQ+ has historically been unaccepted by mainstream society, participating in these fashion identifiers usually happened in secret. The community would use certain accessories or styles of dress to communicate to one another their sexuality without the rest of the world knowing the code. Using fashion identifiers that only the in-crowd understood has been an important part of queer fashion history, with many examples.
They say that the early bird gets the worm, but how exactly does the bird manage to do that? Mornings can be tough for anyone, and in the hustle and bustle of school, being intentional and productive in the morning can seem like an impossible task. However, by creating a routine that suits your needs, you can start your day in a way that gets you ready for anything that might come your way.
Read MoreSocial media has always been rife with self-care tactics that promote an ideal of luxury — “treating yourself” to a fresh set of nails or splurging on a haul of the season’s hottest trends. But self-care isn’t just an item you check off in your bullet journal to get you one step closer to being “that girl.” The origins of self-care find their roots in activism — particularly in work done by the Black Panthers throughout the Civil Rights Movement.
Read MoreAndrea Petersburg, owner of The Local Bevy, established her business in the Rountree neighborhood one year ago this month. Petersburg explained that since all of the Art Shows were cancelled due to COVID-19, she thought this might be the year she opened a storefront. Originally just a three-month pop-up shop, The Bevy has become a successful platform for local creatives, and is here to stay.
Read MoreBright colors and lively patterns welcome customers who visit Bees Knees Roller Skating Shop, a new addition to the Commercial Street Historic District. The shop, located at 301 E. Commercial St., retails roller skates and roller skate accessories. Springfield native Kelsey Baker, owner of Ink Ink Tattoo & Piercing Studio across the street and 3ninetyeight Hand Dyed Yarn in Branson, opened the roller skate shop this August.
Read MoreA night-in this Valentine’s season is not only the most Covid-safe way to celebrate, but it may just be the most fun! To help you plan for this year's festivities, we’ve listed five key steps to make your Galentine’s get-together the best it can be.
Read MoreHave you been looking for ways to live a more environmentally conscious life? Look no further because the SOAP Refill Station is a one stop shop for all things sustainability! SOAP was opened by Anne Dezort in the summer of 2018. It’s a quaint and welcoming local business located downtown on South Campbell Avenue.
Read MoreGuinevere Sheafer used to feel embarrassed to admit her love for country music. Now, the 22-year-old Springfield-native plays gigs around the city as a self-proclaimed folk artist. Inspired by 90s country and icons Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline, and Emmy Lou Harris, Shea spends her free time covering folk songs on her guitar and writing her own.
Read MoreYou’re walking downtown as a crisp breeze blows through your hair, making you grasp tightly to your pumpkin spice latte — locally sourced from your favorite coffee shop. Your phone vibrates with a text from a friend reading, “What are we doing this weekend? I need fall vibes now!!!” Luckily, walking downtown offered you plenty of inspiration for the perfect fall weekend.
Read More“Sustainable” is a word that gets thrown around a lot lately, as the trend of sustainability has been growing. It’s not surprising that “sustainable fashion” is a term that’s been booming in the fashion industry as well. But, what does it mean?
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