4 Chicago-Based Etsy Shops to Check Out Now

Etsy, a peer-to-peer e-commerce site filled with handmade clothing and accessories, vintage jewelry, and spunky home décor, now boasts more than 54 million users. Even Mila Kunis can’t resist the site’s appeal: The 33-year-old actress opted to purchase weddings bands for her and husband Ashton Kutcher on the 11-year-old site. Here are four Chicago-based shops offering awesome goodies […]

Festive Fashion: 4 Winter Looks for the Holidays and Beyond

Ring in the New ‘Tis the season to go glam in holiday partywear in timeless black and sparkling metallics. Keep it merry and bright with playful details like fur pom-poms and a burgundy velvet bowtie. Toast 2017’s possibilities with cocktails served in fabulous barware — the perfect accessories for kissing 2016 goodbye in style! Alberto […]

10 Homemade Edible Gifts for Everyone on Your List

Everybody knows that the real way to a person’s heart come holiday time is through their stomach; in other words, if you’re looking for a gift that’s sure to be a hit, edible gifts that are as beautiful to give as they are delicious to eat are a guaranteed win. Here are familiar favorites as […]

7 Books You Can Gift to Any Reader (or Non-Reader)

A great book is a gift that never goes out of style. Reduce your holiday shopping stress by picking up one of these seven books for every type of person on your list. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone: The Illustrated Edition J. K. Rowling, Illustrated by Jim Kay With the release of “Harry Potter […]

Holiday Hair: 5 Hairstyles for Your Next Party

The holidays are here! You’ve received the party invite. You’ve bought the dress … and now for the hair. We asked five beauty pros to tell you how to create their favorite holiday hairstyles at home. The High Ponytail If you have longer hair, a high ponytail is classic, chic and always in fashion. Anthony […]

Now Hiring: Full-Time Assistant Digital Editor

THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED Make It Better is hiring a full-time Assistant Digital Editor. As the Assistant Digital Editor, you will work closely with the Editor in Chief and Managing Editor. Responsibilities Produce and edit online content via our CMS Produce our bi-weekly e-newsletter, the Better Letter Write New in Town, Celebrations, Better Makers […]

2016 Gift Guide: Home

Icy Chicago winters mean lots of time inside, so spice up your home with some clever decor and the latest appliances. 1. MOVA Globe: The perfect gift for the world traveler’s home base, MOVA Globes remain mesmerizingly and continuously in motion through the use of ambient light and the earth’s magnetic field. A great conversation piece […]

2016 Gift Guide: Tech

Whether you’re purchasing a gift for a “techie” or for someone looking to modernize their home, these gadgets are sure to please. 1. Sonos: These sleek wireless speakers have superior sound quality and connect to your WiFi network, allowing you to stream your favorite tunes from any room of your house or even outdoors. $200-$500, Sonos […]

2016 Gift Guide: Unique Experiences

More than ever, we crave unique experiences. There is no better present to yourself or your loved ones than the gift of your time experiencing or creating something unique and wonderful together. These recommendations range from the inexpensive to the “If you have to ask, you can’t afford it,” but really, all are priceless indeed. […]