Get your floral fix at these 8 Alabama flower farms
Nothing brightens up a room like a vase of fresh flowers. If you don’t have a green thumb and you’re looking to support your floral addiction with something a little more sustainable than Trader Joe’s, look no further than these 8 Alabama flower farms. Offering everything from U-pick weekends to delivered flower CSAs, these local farmers are guaranteed to keep you in bloom all summer—and beyond—long.
7 unique Alabama gift ideas for Father’s Day
Father's Day is June 20 this year, and if you haven't gotten dad a gift yet—don't fret. We've got you covered with these Alabama-made goods or Alabama-specific experiences. Read on to find the perfect gift for dad, no matter what his interests are. For the Stylish Dad: Handmade [...]
Beat the Alabama heat with cool summer décor
Alabama summers can be brutally hot and humid, but embracing summer décor can be an easy and inexpensive way to beat the heat. The goal is to incorporate nature-inspired colors, fabrics, and textures to either make you feel cooler or to embrace the sun’s vitality. Here are some soon-to-be favorites [...]
The Saddle Guy carries on a family tradition of saddle making
Kevin Parrish is a craftsman by birthright. At the age of 13, his father took him into the family garage workshop and started relaying the ins and outs of leather working and saddle making. (The Saddle Guy/Contributed) “I remember I was watching Saturday morning cartoons and he [...]
You need to visit this new vacation spot on Lake Guntersville
When temperatures start rising, do you hear lake breezes whispering to you? Beckoning you to the water’s edge for relaxation? If you're looking for a summer lake getaway, River Rocks Plantation at Lake Guntersville is a hidden getaway. Located in North Alabama between Bridgeport and Guntersville, River Rocks Plantation offers vacation rental homes as well as homes and lots for purchase along Alabama's largest lake. Here's what to do on a weekend there:
Refined Bridal Boutique focuses on inclusivity for plus-size brides
When longtime wedding professional Christina Sloan noticed a major gap in the wedding industry, she realized she couldn’t waste time waiting for someone else to fill it. After witnessing countless plus-size and curvy brides struggle when wedding dress shopping—and experiencing the challenges first-hand when searching for her own bridal gown—she [...]