In our January/February 2016 issue, we introduced a new section to highlight local businesses’ anniversaries and awards. If your company is celebrating a milestone in 2016, we want to know! Email anna@makeitbetter.net and your business may appear in our print magazine. Jewell Events Catering 2016 marks Jewell Events Catering’s 49th year in business. Jewell Events […]
Want to feather your nest and make somebody else’s corner of the world a bit brighter? Here are seven socially conscious shops where you can buy stylish furniture bedding, rugs and accessories. Parachute Home Sleep more soundly knowing that your bedding purchase is helping a child in Africa rest safely. Parachute Home donates a life-saving […]
Today, being the winter solstice, is the official first day of winter. That’s right folks — we’re just getting started! Luckily we have a few quick and easy ways to warm up and get comfortable during the longest night of the year and the long winter ahead. 1. Curl Up This 100 percent cotton throw from […]
Why not take a minute on #TreatYourselfTuesday to gift yourself during the season thats all about giving and giving back. These items from Shop For Good, our e-commerce site that gives back 10 percent of the proceeds to a carefully vetted nonprofit, are the perfect way to treat yourself but not feel too guilty. 1. […]
It’s been a busy month for Shop For Good! Here are some of the new products and vendors that have joined our online shop within the last month. 1. J.McLaughlin J.McLaughlin has added all new clothing and accessory items like the Petra cloak and Regina Pant shown below. 2. Twisted Trunk Specializing in high-end pre-owned […]
Throw another log on the fire, pour yourself a warm (spiked!) drink and cue up a great movie. Winter in Chicago is the ideal season to slow down and spend more time at home. For happier hibernating, feather your nest with the softest rugs, the plushest pillows and the coziest throws. Sheepskin Rug Plush sheepskin […]
Everyone loves escaping the Chicago winter chill by ducking into a warm, inviting home. Spread the holiday cheer inside with these great gifts. 1. Neó Canapa Basket: Nautical with a modern splash, this hand-crocheted basket from Maze Home is made of natural hemp yarn and neoprene yarn. It’s perfect for stashing everything from toys to extra […]
Not sure where to begin with your Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping? We’ve chosen our 10 top gifts from Shop For Good that at $100 or less are easy on the wallet and sure to please even the pickiest on your list. 1. Key to Key Chain, $32 Gift a loved one the Key to Success or the Key to Happiness with […]
As the Chicago winter wraps its icy arms around us, we find ourselves racing inside our heated homes with a shiver. Now is the perfect time to spruce up your home and make it a welcome sanctuary from the cold. Consider adding any of these beautiful home decor pieces as accents or statement pieces. Or, if you’re in the mood for a bigger change, use one […]
Did you collect a shelf full of Mason jars back when they were all the rage? Maybe you no longer want them front and center as tabletop décor, but no need to toss them just yet. We mined Pinterest (and a few of our other favorite sites) to find clever ways to repurpose your Mason jars. You’ll […]
