
Home Maintenance Checklist: Start the New Year Off Strong
The start of a new year is the perfect time to give your home the attention it deserves. Routine maintenance not only keeps your space looking its best but also helps you avoid expensive repairs down the line. With this seasonal home maintenance checklist, you can stay one step ahead.
Elizabeth’s Picks: The Best in Beauty
I buy a lot of products. I mean a lot. Most are a miss but when I do hit it right I am a very loyal consumer. At the beginning of every year I do a major bathroom drawer clean out. I basically make it my hall of fame and toss the stuff that hasn’t become a favorite. Here are my favorite picks from 2024 that I’m taking into 2025.
New Year, New You: The Secrets to Wellness Dr. Shara Posner Swears By
As we step into a new year, many of us are ready to hit the reset button. But if you’re in your perimenopausal or menopausal years, you might be feeling like traditional resolutions—exercise more, eat better—just aren’t cutting it anymore.
How to Own Your Look and Celebrate Your Individuality in 2025
Embrace your individuality. This year, let’s embrace everything that makes us who we are. Whether you’re rocking your natural hair texture or stepping into the latest 2025 hair trends, there’s power in celebrating your authentic beauty.
A Year of Change and Those Who Made it Possible
Looking back at last year, it was one of my toughest years, and also one of my best. At the start of this past year I could not have even dared to imagine the end would be as good as it’s been. I was in a part of my life that still felt very marred by life changes.
Check Out The Hive’s Resort Lookbook
As you shop the sale section of The Hive, some folks want to know: What’s not on sale? What’s new? Well, we have lots of resortwear in the store. We still have boxes coming in every day, full of new pieces, so we promise there will, for the near future, always be some really new items.
Aligning Your Life with What Truly Matters in the New Year
About four years ago, I found myself completely drained. I was juggling the intense demands of raising a young child while navigating a high-stress job during COVID. Now, when anxiety arises I’ve learned how powerful it is to pause, breathe, and reflect on what truly matters. Reconnecting with my values has been a game-changer, offering a sense of grounding and empowerment that I strive to pass along to the women I work with.
Winter Sale: Four Ways to Style Items That Have Major Markdowns
If you missed our big announcement earlier this week, this year’s clearance is a tiered sale. If you buy one item you get 40% off, 2 items you get 50% off, and 3 items is 60% off. This year it’s even easier to shop since we have both stores under one roof now. Happy shopping and don’t forget to check out our new arrivals as well.
In the Stillness: My Journey as a Tonalist
Every time I pick up a brush, I step into a world of quiet reflection. My studio transforms into a sanctuary where light reacts with form on the canvas. For me, painting isn’t about capturing every detail—it’s about evoking a feeling, a mood, something just out of reach. That’s why I’ve embraced Tonalism as both a method and a philosophy.
What’s In and What’s Out: Home Trends 2025
As we step into 2025, home design is embracing a bold blend of personality, warmth and practicality. The era of sterile, overly minimalist interiors is fading, giving way to lived-in, welcoming spaces that prioritize texture, comfort, and individuality. Say goodbye to all-white everything and dark floors — 2025 is all about mixing modern sophistication with heirloom charm for spaces that feel both stylish and uniquely personal.
Save the Date: Winter Sale at The Hive, January 3-12
It’s that time of year when all the stores are going on sale. It used to be the day after Christmas was the big day for sales, but now it seems like they start earlier and earlier. And since the holiday season has now passed, it’s time for some more markdowns. The more you shop the more you save starting Friday, January 3rd through Sunday, January 12th.
Cheers! One Reason to Switch to Tequila…and Three Reasons Not To
Move over vodka, tequila has taken over as the top drink of choice. Tequila was the fastest-growing spirit in 2022, with the United States being the driving force with over 60% of sales. What is leading this charge? Consumers are looking for a premium drink that won’t derail their health and fitness goals.
My New Year’s Retreat
A handful of years ago, my wise and brilliant friend told me about her New Year’s Retreat. She took herself away for two days to focus on and prioritize developing her goals for the year, her family’s calendar, and her own wellness. It was one of those moments where you realize you’ve been doing life wrong. This. whole. time.
Inspired Trust as 2024 Comes to a Close and 2025 Begins
Early in 2024, my daughters and I each chose Little Words Bracelets to serve as personal reminders for the year. My word was “Trust.” That trust—both in me and in themselves—is something I deeply value. Here’s to stepping out of comfort zones and finding strength in trust as we move into 2025.
Street Style: Meet Alicia Valencia Erb of Vida Style
“I love fashion, I love people, and connecting the two. There’s always been a stigma about there being a smell factor when you walk into a (consignment) store. I like to remove those perceptions and open people to a new avenue, especially when you bring in the savings factor. These pieces are a third of retail. Why would you buy a new dress when so many things are already here?”
Start the Year on the Right Frame
For many, joy is in your family, and capturing the togetherness of family is a tradition we love. As the clock resets and a new year begins, there's magic in the air. It’s a fresh start, full of hope, new goals, and exciting opportunities. Capture this moment with fresh photos and mark the turning of a new chapter in your life.
The Heavy Side of What I Do – And an Uplifting Way For Us to Help Prevent It!
With school closing for an extended break, and families all together, sometimes the ugly parts of what I do come floating to the surface, in particular child abuse. There is always a rise in abuse when children are home for prolonged periods. What can you do to help? This part is much easier – attend an uplifting party and fundraiser!
This Holiday Sale Hits the Spot: 50% Off at Red Barn Mercantile, Penny Post and Pippin Toy Co.
We hope you are enjoying the holiday season! If you're still feeling festive and looking for a deal, our Holiday Sale will hit the spot! Holiday items are all 50% off right now. A few exclusions apply, but nearly everything is marked down.
Sweet Resilience: Madame Coco Chocolate Emporium and the Power of Community
The fire that engulfed Madame Coco Chocolate Emporium, along with two other beloved women-owned businesses, marked a heart-wrenching moment for all involved. What began as an ordinary evening quickly transformed into a scene of devastation that would shake the very foundation of our community. And yet, even amid the ashes and ruin, there were glimmers of hope that reminded us of the resilience within and around us.
A Christmas Getaway: Santa’s Village in Lapland, Finland
Located in the snowy landscapes of Rovaniemi, Finland, Santa’s Village brings the magic of Christmas to life every day of the year. Officially recognized as the hometown of Santa Claus, this enchanting destination in the Arctic Circle offers visitors an unforgettable experience filled with holiday cheer, adventure, and unique cultural traditions.