Author: Jessica Sinichak
The Casual Little Black Dress for Fall
Pair this versatile dress from Fascino Boutique on Mt. Washington with jeans for a casual day look or tights for a night out.
Von Walter & Funk Brings Home Goods Store to Upper Lawrenceville
The boutique features a carefully curated — and creatively staged — selection of home, garden and vintage decor.
En Gourd! Hand-Blown Glass Pumpkins for Your Holiday Table
Impress your guests with these pieces by Pittsburgh’s Vessel Studio.
Pittsburgh Artists Find New Home in Former Hardware Store
Kate McGrady partners with the owners of Rollier’s Hardware to open The Artsmiths of Pittsburgh, a two-story venue in Mt. Lebanon representing area artists.
5 Things We Love for Thanksgiving
Warm up your home (and your hands) with these fall-worthy finds for Thanksgiving
See the Secrets of Hidden Pittsburgh
Join us for a peek inside Pittsburgh's hidden haunts, off-limits areas and under-the-radar opportunities.
Steelers RB DeAngelo Williams Wants You to Wear Pink
Proceeds from the sale of Steel City Cotton Works’ “Pittsburgh is Stronger Than Cancer” T-shirt benefit Williams’ efforts to pay for mammograms for local women.
Pittsburgh Textile Designer Launches New Home Collection
The online shop by Savannah Hayes features fabric by the yard, pillows, throw blankets, tea towels, phone cases and more in bold, graphic prints.
Liven Up Your Living Room with a Graphic Throw
Available at The Shop in East Liberty, the cozy Happy Habitat blanket doubles as a work of art.
Fashionable Steelers Gear for Your Sunday Afternoons
Skip the numbered jersey in favor of one of these stylish pieces produced right here in Pittsburgh.
Picker's Paradise: Toll Gate Revival Opens in Lawrenceville
The shop, which already has a cult-like following, features hand-picked antiques and reclaimed goods.
Upcoming Baby Shower? Don’t Forget to Spoil Mom, Too
Show the mom-to-be some love with a relaxing gift set from The Gilded Girl Beauty Emporium in Lawrenceville.
5 Things We Love for Halloween
Treat yourself to these Halloween-inspired items. The tricks are up to you!
The Accidental Artisan's Tale of Furniture Making
After falling 22 feet and suffering a traumatic brain injury, former contractor Keith Loughrey switched careers and launched Burghwood, a line of handcrafted wood furniture.
Cuff ‘Em With the Edith Twist Bracelet
The brass cuff bracelet by Pittsburgh-based Studebaker Metals makes an arresting accessory.
Looking for One-of-a-Kind Art? Head to Mt. Lebanon This Weekend
The Mt. Lebanon's Artists' market features 69 booths filled with a wide variety of art.
Luxurious High-End Living High Up in Pittsburgh
A suburban family turns a luxury condominium in downtown's Three PNC Plaza into a sleek second dwelling with plenty of space to entertain business clients in style.
Labor of Love – Courtney Brennan's Amazing Home Renovation
The WPXI-TV reporter trades heels for a hard hat to renovate a Lawrenceville row house with her architect husband.
Home for the Holidays: Perfect Decorative Ideas
Get ready for the holidays with our picks for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas décor.
How to Create Chic, Timeless Style Using Vintage Items
From family heirlooms to flea-market finds, timeless repurposed pieces can add fresh style to your home, especially if you’re decorating on a budget.
Five Places to Find Fabulous Shoes in Pittsburgh
Channel your inner Carrie Bradshaw with a visit to these unique shoe boutiques, which, in some cases, feature kicks designed right here in Pittsburgh.
Check Out this Cool, Reusable, Sturdy Six-Pack Holder
Say goodbye to soggy six-pack holders forever with these custom wood carriers made right here in Pittsburgh.
Tour Homes in the Mexican War Streets
The Sept. 13 event features food trucks and more.
Add Some Caffeine to Your Beauty Routine
Available at Glam Earth in Washington, Pa., this coffee bean eye cream brightens up your face — and your morning.
Cross It Off Your Pittsburgh Bucket List
Just for yinz, Romeo Delivers, Inc. creates a bucket that contains 25 must-do adventures around the ‘Burgh.
Meet the Designer: Catherine Montague
This LEED-AP certified interior designer owns Green Design Innovation in Sewickley.
Show Some Love with These Tin Hearts
Handcrafted by Kim Fox, owner of Pittsburgh-based Worker Bird, the vintage-inspired storage tins will add a fun touch to your decor.
5 Things We Love in September
As the weather cools, “fall” in love with these pieces in warm autumn hues.
Check This Out: Carnegie's Store with the Window Wonderland
Known for its whimsical window displays, Modern Mercantile PGH sells home décor, dog treats and other locally made goods.
You Should Know Mr Arm and Velda Von Minx
The proprietors of Trundle Manor delight in showing off their house of oddities.
Belt It Out
Available at Après in Sewickley, the Beamer belt by Humanoid will add flair to your everyday look.
Facelift: PPG Paints Gives Stores New Look
PPG is renovating 16 stores it acquired from two independent paint retailers in 2014.
Turn Heads in the Medusa Collection
Stop people in their track with these snake-inspired prints by Pittsburgh-based fashion designer Terry Jolo Brand.
An Eco-Friendly and Cute Way to Cart Your Groceries Around
For every of these stylish bags sold, lifestyle brand rockflowerpaper will donate money to the nonprofit Ocean Conservancy.
Have Plans in Mind for Pittsburgh Neighborhoods? Speak Up!
The aim of the #NotSoSmallChange Instagram contest is to get people talking about what could be updated in the city.
6 Things We Love for Back to School
Look cool when you head back to school or the dorm with these smart items.
Toast Pittsburgh with These Fun and Functional Drink Coasters
Blissed Out Design’s handcrafted stone drink coasters include vintage images of the ‘Burgh.
Pittsburgh Upholsterer Gives New Life to Precious Heirlooms
Helmed by Harriet Zion, Gene Sanes Upholstery rebuilds, re-upholsters and creates new furniture and sometimes forges family connections.
Off The Chain: The Slick Leather Key Ring
Make your keys look cool with the Horween horsehide lanyard and key ring from Homestead Supply Co.
Pittsburgh Furniture Maker Takes Home Top Prize
Penn State grad Mike Korsak, who designs and builds furniture on commission, can add another honor to his growing list of accomplishments.
Pa. Pride: Introducing the Keystone Earring
Show off love for your home state with these studs from Frost Finery.
See the City's Craftiest Artisans in South Side
The Exposed Artisans Market will offer plenty of things to do.
Let Them Eat Cake: The Pretty and Petit Dessert Stand
Make your pastries look extra sweet with this pastel mini cake stand from House15143.
Raising the Bar: The Fierce “Pyramid” Necklace
Part of the Mod Evil’s Simple Geometry line, the Pyramid Bar necklace adds edge to your wardrobe.
City Guide: Terrific Things to Do in the ‘Burgh and Beyond
The towns, neighborhoods, boroughs, main streets and small corners of western Pennsylvania that we call home -- and what we love about them.
The Southern Suburbs
There’s good reason to envy those who commute downtown from the South Hills. They get to take in the beauty of Pittsburgh’s skyline every time they emerge from the Fort Pitt and Liberty tunnels. Add to that all of the myriad pleasures of these thriving suburbs, and you have plenty to rave about.
The New North
Museums, historical landmarks, entertainment venues and elegant 19th-century homes pack this section of Pittsburgh’s North Side. The neighborhoods boast a combination of walkable neighborhoods and trendy restaurants.
The Near East
These 11 communities, which continue to evolve, contain some of the region’s trendiest locally owned restaurants, retail shops and art galleries.
