This seems to be the summer of “doing” as in DIY “doing”. Some of you may know from...


“Chique” Tip: Pedi Socks
I don’t know about you, but I have a hard time maintaining my pedicure come summer. With all the...

Our “Urban” Chique Yard Sale
My friend Donald & I hosted a yard sale in his building’s beautiful lush back yard this weekend....

“Chique” Father’s Day DIY
The boys and I have been feeling pretty crafty lately, so on top of the usual Father’s Day...

“Chique” Tip: T’Dye For
As some of you know from here and here, I am a bit obsessed with tie dye right...

“Chique” Tip: Dip Dye Denim
People say you dream in black & white, but lately I have been dreaming in denim. In this...

“Chique” Seedlings
It has been almost 3 weeks since we courageously planted our first “Urban” vegetable and herb garden. I...

“Chique” Urban Garden
I love that the during this time of year, it is not just about Spring cleaning, although most...

“Chique” & Almost Germ Free
I am not a “Germaphobe” and I don’t compulsively feel the need to sanitize, but I do wash...

“Chique” Tip: Lip Service
My kitchen helpers were busy today mixing up homemade cosmetics. First, we whipped up a batch of Tea...

“Chique” Craft: Melted Crayon Hearts
Over the last few weeks, I volunteered to help clean out the closet in PJ’s classroom. While organizing,...

“Chique” Beauty Tip: Homemade Lip Balm
As a young girl, I was obsessed with Bonnie Bell Lip Smacker. I remember like it was yesterday,...