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The Art of Collecting
Article by Megan Hoban As consumers, we are constantly being enticed to buy. Whether it’s the jewelry we can’t live without, concert tickets to a show we don’t want to miss, or that favorite pair of shoes calling our name, we buy what we love, and art should be no different. If you are new to acquiring original art, you may find it daunting, but it shouldn’t be. It is a special purchase that forces you to dig deep and discover a bit more about yourself. At first, many people shy away from...
March 2024
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KC Pier: your foundation for success
Unique Ship Shape Monitoring System adds security. Article by Judy Goppert | Photography by Janie Jones The level of trust customers have when they call KC Pier Foundation and Repair emanates from the experienced crew and the Ship Shape home monitoring system. Eric Scheele opened KC Pier in 2016, which organically grew from his other company, KC Property Guys, his real estate, rehab and investment company. He explained. “It started as a single crew from my other company. As we were...
March 2024
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Amina Hood: Crafting Elegance, One Hat at a Time
Article by Lauren Powers | Photography by Janie Jones In the heart of Kansas City, Missouri, Amina Hood has made her mark as a prominent hat designer, blending luxury and artistry into each piece she creates. Although her journey into the world of millinery was unexpected, it was born from a blend of passion for textiles and an eye for design. "Becoming a hat designer was never my original plan; it just unfolded naturally.” With a background in luxury retail, she found herself unexpectedly...
March 2024
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Mint Julep
with Gomer's Article and Photography by Ingredients 2 1/2 ounces Woodford Reserve Bourbon 1/2 ounce Simple Syrup 4 fresh mint leaves Crushed Ice Place mint leaves in bottom of glass and add simple syrup. Muddle well to release aroma of the fresh mint. Add Woodford Reserve bourbon to the glass. Fill the glass to the top with ice and stir. Garnish with fresh mint and serve. Recipe by Gomers
March 2024
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