Made by Hand
Things you can make by hand, or at least look like you did

Whether you're simply tired of shopping in the crowded box stores, want to give a uniquely personalized gift or you want a one-of-a-kind outfit to avoid having a twin at your next cocktail party, there's always a need for handmade items.

From embellished wine glasses and espadrilles to do-it-yourself cufflinks and necklaces, Cincy Chic tells you how to make several unique items by hand, and where to go if you'd rather leave the handmade artistry to the experts.

Five Things Every Woman Needs To Know

Cincy Chic teamed up with WLWT Channel 5 to bring you their popular "Five Things Every Woman Needs To Know" segment information. Check out this week's "Five Things," because after all, you're a woman and you need to know!

Ask Rocco: Five Exercises to a Better Body
One local workaholic wants to trade in their busy body for an athletic body. Rocco explains which five exercises will keep the body trim and toned on a skinny schedule.

Make-at-Home Indulgences
It can be refreshing to both you and your pocketbook to mix up your own all-natural beauty products in the comfort of your own home. We've included some great homemade beauty recipes for you to try.

DIY Business Cards
A local design expert tells you how to make your calling card—and business—stand out with a handmade touch.

Buckle Up and Make a Belt!
Want to jive up those pants you just bought? Our Cincy Chic associate editor tells you how to make a belt in 15 simple steps. It’s "sew" easy!

Homemade Meals Make for a Healthier, Wealthier You
By making meals at home, you're not only saving your money on meals, you are also saving money on the future doctor visits. A local nutrition expert has four good reasons to dine at "Chez You" more often.

Get Crafty with Group Craft Projects
If you'd like to meet new friends, or want something new to do with old friends, check out these group arts and craft classes taking place all over the Tri-State.

Ask Him: Popping the Big, Creative Question
A local woman smells an engagement in the air, but is afraid that her man won't be creative when he pops the big question. Our "Ask Him" columnist, WLWT-TV's Pete Scalia, gives her some insight into the male perspective on engagements, and gives her a verbal chill pill to chew on.

Chic Spotlight: Romance Novelist Toni Blake

Cincy Chic reader, meet Toni Blake, a Northern Kentucky-based man-meets-woman-and-lives-happily-ever-after romance novelist. Learn how she just got steamy between the covers - we're talking about her newly released book, people!

Media Maven: "Waitress" Movie Review
The Cincy Chic Media Maven, Jan Stetter, reviews "Waitress." She tells you why this yummy movie was like a little snippet of a slice of pie; so pleasing you may want to go back for seconds.