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Austin Woman MAGAZINE | novemBER 2015

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Contents

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NOVEMber

40 on the scene 23 KRISTY’S TOP 10 November’s To-do List 26 P hilanthropy The Junior League’s A Christmas Affair

Sims Foundation’s

Heather Alden

Eat East

wellness 84 h ealth 88 f itness

savvy women 28 n onprofit spotlight

GOURMET 79 Restaurants

Springing a Leak Run, Tone, Crush, Repeat

POINT OF VIEW

30 JOB ENVY Kirsten Winquist 34 Entrepreneurs Etsy Entrepreneurs

92 memo from JB

MUST LIST

94 HOROSCOPES Happy Birthday, Scorpio! 96 L ast Word My Home-Makeover Disaster

38 M ust volunteer ’Tis the Season for Service 40 M ust READ Traditional or Bohemian

style + Home 47 F ashion preview New York Fashion Week 50 tre nds On the Fringe 52 Décor Live Like a Decorator 58 e xpert opinion The Latest for Your Home

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Sarah Ashlock, Cheryl Bemis, Elizabeth Breston, Katie Byland, Deborah Alys Carter, Jill Case, April Cumming, JB Hager, Ashley Hargrove, Maddy Hill, Emily Laskowski, Rachel Merriman, Kristy Owen, Monique Penner, Silvana di Ravenna, Megan Russell, Deborah Stachelski, Breanna J. Williams, Kristi Willis

ART CREATIVE Director Niki Jones ART DIRECTOR Lucy Froemmling CONTRIBUTING ARTISTS

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Thanksgiving is a time when I always count my blessings, as I have much to be grateful for. This year, I have a special reason to give thanks, for, as many of you already know, on Oct. 1, the most perfect child ever born came into the world, making me a “Gigi” for the first time. James Woodrow Hamilton IV, aka “Woody,” weighed in at 7 pounds, 7 ounces, and I was instantly smitten. So many hopes and dreams are affirmed and revived every time a baby is born, and as I held him, I thought of all the wonderful experiences and things I wanted to share with him. One of my favorite Irish blessings I often share with new parents is, “May this home be blessed with the laughter of children, the warmth of a close family, hope for the future and fond memories of the past.” It seemed particularly appropriate as we gathered to welcome Woody to the world, surrounded by family eager to love and protect him. Ideas and impressions of home and what home truly means always influence me as I plan the annual November issue, and this year, it took on an added dimension. On an unseasonably warm October day, as I listened to Austin author Amanda Eyre Ward discuss her latest novel, The Same Sky, the idea of home being a place of universal longing for security and a loving and supportive family was front and center. The book vividly chronicles the journey of a young immigrant risking her life to ride a train to freedom and escape poverty, starvation and violence in the hopes of finding a family and a home where she could feel safe. Eyre Ward’s research led her to shelters in Brownsville, Texas, and San Diego that house unaccompanied minors who were detained as they attempted to enter the U.S. What she learned was they all wanted the same thing: the security of a place where their basic needs—clean water, food, adequate clothing and safety while they sleep—are met, and most of all, a home with a family who loves them. I encourage you to read about it: amandaward.com/the_same_sky_for_readers.php. The book also tells the story of an Austin woman longing for a child, and I was struck by the differences of what home can mean to all of us living under the same sky. Being at home in Austin includes many things: beautifully decorated homes, Thanksgiving meals lovingly presented on holiday tables, great restaurants with a wide variety of cuisines, giving back through organizations like the Sims Foundation and events like the Junior League of Austin’s A Christmas

Affair, live entertainment any day of the year and a plethora of interesting and engaging people. We are truly blessed. In this issue, our cover woman, Tracey Overbeck Stead, uses all her talents to create beautiful designs that reflect her idea of home, not only for her family, but also for her clients. Not only is she a native Austinite with an appreciation of what it means to be at home here, she is also a mother and a wife who knows how to create a home that reflects the individual personalities of the people who live there, as well as provide the sense of belonging and sanctuary they crave. Monique Penner shares her vision for creating the ultimate family environment as she opens the doors to her new home. We’ve also got the latest advice on trends for the home and fashion, as well as info on an affordable way to check out the trendy restaurant scene on the Eastside. And, of course, we have the rundown on things to do, people you should know, health and fitness info and words to the wise from JB Hager, Deborah Alys Carter and Elizabeth Breston. So what is there to do about those who live under the same sky but are not equally blessed? As I sit down to my Thanksgiving table filled with an overabundance of food and drink, surrounded by family and friends to give thanks this year, I will not be able to get the images of those children hoping and dreaming of finding a loving home out of my mind. Although The Same Sky is fiction, a shelter, a refuge in the town of Ixtepec in Oaxaca, Mexico, features prominently in the journey of the main character, Carla. The shelter, Hermanos en el Camino (Brothers in the Road), was founded in 2007 by Father Alejandro Solalinde Guerra to provide humanitarian aid to the immigrants who pass through this strategically located town. So this year, I am making a donation to support the efforts of Father Guerra, and when I sit down to Thanksgiving dinner, I am not only going to give thanks for him and his work, but I am also going to share his story with anyone who will listen. I encourage you to do the same by visiting hermanosenelcamino.org/english and making a commitment to remember all those who live under the same sky as you count your blessings. For me and mine, the meaning of home grew exponentially this year, and so, on this Thanksgiving Day, I say to you and to yours: May your home be blessed with the laughter of children, the warmth of a close family, hope for the future and fond memories of the past.

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Deborah Hamilton-Lynne photo by Korey Howell. Amanda Eyre Ward photo by Cory Ryan. Light fixture photo by Kimberly Davis. Table photo by Adrienne Wing.

From the Editor

PHOTOS ARE ACTUAL PATIENTS

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This month, we asked our contributors: What says home for the holidays to you?

KIMBERLY DAVIS

Cover Story photographer, “AT HOME with Tracey Overbeck Stead,” Page 64 Commercial and editorial photographer Kimberly Davis specializes in food, interiors and people. Kimberly proudly serves the Austin photo community as president of the Austin/San Antonio chapter of the American Society of Media Photographers. Kimberly has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in photography from the University of North Texas, and is originally from the Dallas suburb of Flower Mound. She and her husband, Scott, love living in Austin and look forward to welcoming their first baby early next year. “Home for the holidays, to me, means baking my famous Christmas cookies and eating a lot of really great food.”

Cheryl Bemis

Writer, “Fashion preview,” Page 47 Cheryl Bemis has been covering fashion in Austin since 1999, when it was said there wasn’t any fashion to cover. She was Austin’s first fashion reporter and continues to feature local designers, events and more. Her Fashionably Austin publication has also been credentialed press for New York Fashion Week since 2009. In this issue, Cheryl provides an early bird look at the fashion trends for Spring 2016.

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“What says home for the holidays to me? Family is always important, and we will have a full house this year. The only time of year I make cinnamon rolls is around the holidays, but my husband talks about it all year long.”

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Silvana Di Ravenna is a freelance writer based in Austin. She specializes in fashion, lifestyle and home décor. She’s passionate about technology, photography and popular trends. “I really enjoyed learning from our three resident experts,” Silvana says of her Expert Opinion story. “I’ll definitely be stealing some of their holiday traditions and tips!” “Being able to wear cutoffs on Thanksgiving Day, paired with a chunky sweater, granted, but still, how nice is that?”

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Nov. 7, 12 and 15 The Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 Riverside Drive Tickets range from $15 to $200, tickets@austinopera.org austinopera.org/event/aida For the first time in 15 years, Giuseppe Verdi’s masterpiece Aida returns to the Austin Opera stage, featuring Karen Slack in the title role. Soaring arias, triumphant marches, a love triangle set in ancient Egypt: It’s all catnip for opera aficionados, as well as a great introduction for novices. Don’t miss it. We’ve got the info and the synopsis at austinwomanmagazine.com.

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➥ More festival coverage. We’ve got the scoop on everything Fun Fun Fun Fest, including the complete lineup and FFF Nites. ➥ More events. Take an insider look at the East Austin Studio Tour with AW. ➥ More style. Discover how to “pile it on” effectively, with tips for layering fashionably.

➥ More openings. Check out what’s in store at Cove and who is shop-

ping at the trendy boutique just opened on South Congress Avenue, and dig into Kit and Ace, the luxury cashmere-clothing shop on West Monroe Street, just off South First Street.

➥ ➥ More products for the home. Need a hostess gift or a scent to usher More décor. How to style your personal bar cart.

in the season? AW checks out the fall candles available at Austinbased Lights Out.

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Win a pair of tickets to see the winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Scored and written by Cyndi Lauper, it’s an empowering story of a struggling shoefactory owner and his sidekick in search of sturdy stilettos. See why CBS News called it “the hottest show on Broadway.” It’s great for a girls’ night out. For tickets and more information, visit broadwayinaustin.com.

Plus, we serve up restaurants and entertainment venues offering stress-free Thanksgiving options.

➥ More holiday recipes. Try these vegan desserts that are perfect for the entire holiday season.

➥ More events. Polo in Austin? Who knew? We review the Boots & Pearls event benefiting Austin Sunshine Camps.

➥ More books. Check out the latest offering from one of our favorite

celebrity chefs, Emeril Lagasse, Essential Emeril, and from entertaining and event-planning guru, Kimberly Schlegel Whitman, Monograms for the Home.

➥ More travel. Feel like you’re at home for the holidays, wherever you are, like these Tokyo Texans.

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Check out the online gallery of photos from the Austin Woman 13th anniversary luncheon.

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Austin Celtic Festival

Nov. 7–8, Fiesta Gardens, 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St. austincelticfestival.com

Photo by Don Mason.

Calling all Austin Celts, or those who just want to sing, dance, eat and celebrate all night at an awesome festival! It’s a weekend full of Irish dance, Scottish games, history and Celtic animals. This is an extremely family-friendly event. The Austin Celtic Festival is $18 day, or $30 for the weekend.

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It doesn’t get much more fall than finding your way out of a massive Texas-shaped corn maze ($7 per person ages 6 and older). Sweet Berry Farm is your go-to place for all that fall fun that’s part of the season. Think hayrides ($3.75 per person, except Saturday mornings from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., when one ride is free with the purchase of another), pumpkin picking (The pumpkins, gourds and jack-o’-lanterns are individually priced, from 75 cents to $45.), scarecrow stuffing ($16.50 per crow) and more. Come make sweet memories at Sweet Berry Farm.

Movies in the Park: The Dark Knight

Nov. 5, 6:30 p.m. Palm Park, downtown Austin austinparks.org/moviesinthepark.html November officially wraps up the fall series of Austin’s Movies in the Park. For the best experience, bring a picnic and get there early. Dogs, picnics and lawn chairs are welcome. Admission to the viewing of The Dark Knight is free.

East Austin Studio Tour, better known as E.A.S.T., showcases local artists, galleries and the city’s creative side. This event allows you to see a variety of work: photography, sculpture, clay work, visual art and more. One of the great things about this week is that it lets you get a behind-the-scenes look at some of the studios. The best way to experience this would probably be on foot or riding a bike. There will be more than 150 venues, plus countless exhibits and events going on throughout the week. It will be a weekend of discussions, demonstrations, talks, artists’ markets and more. East Austin Studio Tour is free.

Bob Schneider and His Moonlight Orchestra

Nov. 28, Bass Concert Hall, E. 24th Street texasperformingarts.org/event/ bob-schneider-2015-austin-texasbass-concert-hall December must be right around the corner because it’s time for Bob Schneider’s annual holiday evening. New this year will be an accompanying exhibition of Schneider’s original artwork, which will be featured in the Level 5 gallery space at Bass Concert Hall. Tickets to the Bob Schneider and His Moonlight Orchestra event range from $25 to $55.

Architects of Air at The Long Center

Nov. 20–29, The Long Center, 701 W. Riverside Drive

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Architects of Air is a treasure trove of lights and colors. Each luminarium has its own set of paths and domes for a unique experience. The colors are so vivid and brilliant, and look amazing. The entire experience feels as if you are walking through a kaleidoscope. Architects of Air has become world-renowned. This exhibit has had more than 2 million viewers throughout 37 countries. Admission to Architects of Air is $25.

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Sweet Berry Farm

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EAST Austin Studio Tour

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7. Photo by Kim Maguire. 8. Photo courtesy of Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum. 10. Photo courtesy of Wurstfest.

Nov. 28, 11 a.m., Congress Avenue from the Capitol to Cesar Chavez Street chuysparade.com

Who doesn’t love a good parade? It may not be the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, but it is a morning filled with marching bands, Elvis, Santa and his elves, classic cars and a personal favorite, holiday floats! The parade is a fundraiser for Operation Blue Santa, and everyone is encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy to the parade. Santa’s helpers will collect them as the parade marches on. This tradition started in 1989 as an effort to raise awareness for the toy drive that was already taking place at local Chuy’s restaurants. It tripled the amount of donations received and continues to grow each year. If you can’t make it to the parade, local Chuy’s locations and other restaurants throughout Austin will accept donations throughout December. Admission to the Chuy’s Giving Day Parade is free.

Gridiron Glory: The Best of Pro Football Hall of Fame Through Jan. 3, 2016, Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 Congress Ave. thestoryoftexas.com/visit/exhibits/gridiron-glory

It’s fitting that the most extensive and comprehensive professional football exhibition ever to go on tour will make its first Texas stop at the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum. Featuring visitor activities, audio and video produced by NFL Films, and an extraordinary collection of more than 200 artifacts, Gridiron Glory presents the panoramic story of professional football, from its humble beginnings in the late 19th century, to its current status as a cultural phenomenon. Admission to Gridiron Glory: The Best of Pro Football Hall of Fame is between $8 and $12.

Texas Olive Festival

Nov. 14, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Texas Hill Country Olive Company, 2530 W. Fitzhugh Road, Dripping Springs, Texas texasolivefest.com

The Texas Olive Festival will feature cooking classes and demos, food and wine tastings from local restaurants and wineries, specialty vendors, orchard tours, kids’ activities, movie nights and live music. Admission to the Texas Olive Festival is $25. Kristy Owen is the event mastermind and blogger behind 365 Things To Do In Austin, Texas. To stay up to date on the best Austin has to offer, visit her blog, 365thingsaustin.com.

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The 10-day salute to sausage is here! Wurstfest is a two-week festival celebrating German culture (mostly beer) in the sleepy little German town to the south of us, New Braunfels. Picture an entire Germaninspired carnival, complete with games, rides, dancing, music and food. Pro tip: Come in costume because everyone loves dressing up for this annual event. Admission to New Braunfels’ Wurstfest is $10.

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Spreading holiday cheer by having fun, all for a good cause. By Breanna J. Williams

The Junior League of Austin is a nonprofit organization fueled by the charitable hearts and dedication of Austin women. Since 1934, JLA volunteers have sought to make a change in their community by enhancing education, health and well-being, safety and crisis intervention, the arts and the environment. As a continuous effort to benefit the Austin community, JLA remains busy with community projects, events and programs, such as Food In Tummies and Coats for Kids, throughout the year. A JLA noteworthy event each year is A Christmas Affair, the largest fundraiser hosted by the organization to spread charitable holiday cheer in Austin. This year’s theme is ’Twas the Night Before Christmas in Texas, Y’all. Beginning Nov. 18, the affair will include Christmas-themed activities and events involving holiday fun for the whole family. “Our goal as Junior League of Austin volunteers at A Christmas Affair is to provide the best shopping experience of the season,” says Holly Priestner, 2015 A Christmas Affair chair. “We cannot wait to welcome you, Texas-style, in a ranch-chic setting that will ensure an endless variety of holiday gifts. While the parties, shopping and decorations are a lot of fun, at the end of the day, what is most important is that A Christmas Affair allows the Junior League of Austin to serve Central Texans in need.” There will be more than 200 vendors in attendance for the event, providing a one-of-a-kind shopping experience for all attendees. All funds collected from shopping will be donated to the JLA, which has a goal to raise more than $750,000. The funds raised will go to JLA’s signature program, Food In Tummies, to help feed 1,600 children suffering from food insecurity, as well as to the organization’s Coats For Kids program to provide the 35,000 coats the organization supplies every year to children who do not have warm winter coats, and to provide financial support to more than 29 community nonprofit groups. In addition to the shopping extravaganza, the affair will also include parties, children’s events, a private shopping brunch and the international superstar himself, Santa Claus!

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Melodies and Mental Health

Sims Foundation Executive Director Heather Alden talks about supporting musicians and their families in the Live Music Capital of the World. By Sarah E. Ashlock The financial and social stressors musicians face can be daunting and isolating, and many suffer from mental-health issues and addiction. If such a musician finds the courage to seek professional help, there can be a lengthy wait and insurmountable costs. The Sims Foundation, led by vivacious Executive Director Heather Alden, hopes to change that scenario in Austin. From annual festivals to intimate gigs, this city is synonymous with music. “Musicians and the music they play have created a culture that draws individuals and corporations to our city,” Alden says. “Our economy is built on the backs of these musicians. There are a lot of people moving to Austin, and they may not know what live music has done for the city. It feels like a perk, but it’s actually the foundation.” Alden’s ambition is infectious as she shares details about Sims’ 20 years in Austin and her success in a community-driven career.

Foundation and Health Alliance for Austin Musicians to give 73 of our clients full health care [last year] through the Affordable Care Act.

Austin Woman: Tell me about the Sims Foundation.

HA: We need smart and energetic women to be participants in building a community that we want to live in.

Heather Alden: Sims provides mental-health and addiction-recovery services to what we call the Austin music family. Mental-health care is broken in Central Texas. There’s no other service like us out there. We are taking away the mystery of all those processes.

AW: What challenge do you want to tackle next year? HA: I would like to see us expand services beyond musicians to the music live-production workers. We know that our visual arts and our dance community could use the same services as well. AW: Describe your journey to this leadership role. HA: The thread that connects all the different jobs I have had has been community organizing. The reason I went into nonprofits instead of just getting another job in the business industry was that I wanted to see more integrity in the work that I did. AW: What advice would you give to early career women interested in pursuing a philanthropic profession?

AW: Which Austin musician are you loving right now? HA: Davíd Garza is always on rotation, but I’m loving Ashley Monical’s new album, Facing the Shadow.

AW: How are you celebrating Sims’ first two decades of success? HA: Our anniversary party is called Stargazing. The idea came from looking back at the musicians who have been helped by Sims, like a constellation of our Austin family of musicians.

HA: We look to the Austin community to help fund the services that we give to our clients. Our individual donations are approximately 15 percent of our fundraising effort. We receive grants from Central Health and the St. David’s Foundation, as well as our corporate partners around the city. We also have about 30 third-party events every year. AW: What has been your proudest achievement as executive director? HA: Helping conceptualize and implement a partnership with Sendero Health Plans, Central Health, Seton

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AW: How does Sims remain financially viable?

About the Sims Foundation Twenty years ago, the Sims Foundation was created following the death of Austin musician Sims Ellison. The nonprofit delivers a “Cadillac level of care” by offering timely and affordable mental-health and addiction-recovery services provided by more than 80 individuals and partner organizations.

The Process A client calls the Sims confidential line (512.494.1007) and speaks with a licensed counselor, who completes an initial assessment. The client is then matched with a vetted provider, who accepts a reduced rate. Sims covers most of that cost, leaving only a small copay for the client. Without Sims, it can take up to three months to see a psychiatrist, whereas through Sims’ partnership with Seton Mind Institute, a client is often able to see a resident physician within one week.

By the Numbers r5 ,000 clients have benefited from the services Sims provides. r4 5 percent of clients are women, including musicians and family members. r9 0 percent of clients surveyed reported improved symptoms and functioning.

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Definitely Not Wasting Away in Margaritaville

Kirsten Winquist dishes on her first time meeting Jimmy Buffett, what it takes to be a good radio host and what she loves most about Austin’s music scene. By April Cumming, photo by Dustin Meyer The music industry is changing, or so says Kirsten Winquist, program director and on-air host for SiriusXM’s Radio Margaritaville. “It’s like the Wild West,” Winquist says about the industry, a look of hopeful excitement in her eyes. Listening to the petite and poised 33-year-old talk feels akin to receiving a therapeutic head massage. At her helm, Radio Margaritaville, a station started by multi-platinum musician Jimmy Buffett, has amassed more than 6 million followers. She is quick to confess how fortunate she is, fortunate to have her job and to get to listen to music every day while securely ensconced behind soundproof, purple-hued and paisley-patterned walls in a dimly lit studio off Second Street. She loves communicating with people with just her voice. There’s a purity to it, she says. Radio fits her personality and that shy band-nerd side of her.

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Austin Woman: How long have you lived in Austin? Kirsten Winquist: Since 2007. I live on the Eastside and love it. It’s really walkable and there are funky mosaics everywhere. It feels like old Austin to me. My neighbors will knock on my door just to update me on what’s going on in the neighborhood and make sure I’m safe. AW: What is the thing you like most about the city? KW: There’s an anything-goes kind of attitude here. AW: You grew up in the coastal town of Safety Harbor, Fla. How did you make the transition from a beach town to Austin? KW: That is the one thing I miss: seeing the water every day. I go to Barton Springs a lot to get my water fix. That feels like the beach, just with grass instead of sand.

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AW: What exactly does a program director do?

AW: Talk about your first time meeting Jimmy Buffett.

KW: I oversee all aspects of the radio station. I schedule all the music, select all the music (with input), oversee all the hosts, craft all the imaging—the things that go in between songs—and maintain our station voice.

KW: I had only worked for [Radio Margaritaville] for six months when the channel decided they wanted a live interview backstage at his Las Vegas concert. So the first time I met Jimmy, I was live on the air and hosting an interview with him. I was super nervous, but the second you meet him, all of that goes away. He’s just a regular guy.

AW: Talk about your on-air voice. KW: It’s funny. I don’t hear myself as calming, but everybody tells me I am. I think it took me 10 years to get used to the sound of my voice on the radio. It just sounds different. AW: To be good at radio… KW: You have to allow yourself to be really vulnerable. The best hosts allow themselves to be really genuine on the air, which can be hard to do. You put a microphone in front of someone and often, they want to become somebody else. AW: What are some of the perks of the job? KW: If I hear a band that I’m really passionate about, I can put them on the channel and hopefully do good things for them. I’m allowed to discover artists and music and have that creative expression. AW: You excelled at playing trombone growing up, and were even selected to be part of America’s Youngest Jazz Band at the age of 11. What attracted you to that instrument? KW: I was in the 4th grade when my parents took me to a music shop and told me, “You can try all of these.” I definitely wanted something that I defined as non-girly. I could make a noise on the trombone, which I couldn’t really do with the other instruments, and I thought the whole slide thing was fun. AW: What first sparked your passion for radio? KW: I knew I couldn’t be a professional trombone player [laughs], but I also knew I wanted to work with music. So when I was in college at Florida State, I asked for an internship with the campus radio station and they took me in. I thought, maybe they’ll let me play around with the music. My first day as an intern, they put me on air on the morning show. AW: How did you get your job with Radio Margaritaville? KW: I was doing radio in Tallahassee when I got a call from my current boss, Coleman Sisson. It was a cold call and his first question was, “Do you like Jimmy Buffett?” I was like, “Um, yeah. Who is this?” Turns out, Jimmy wanted a younger female voice on his channel and told Coleman to call around to some stations in Florida. I’m super glad I picked up the phone that day.

AW: What’s the most rewarding thing about your job? KW: Getting emails from listeners saying that, in some small way, we’ve made their day better. AW: What new groups or artists have caught your attention? KW: As a programmer, I try to mix the eclectic music with the more popular and mainstream. The Detentions and Thom Shepherd, both Austin-based, are really working well on the station. AW: The music played on Radio Margaritaville is all about that relaxed, toes-in-the-sand island life. What does your ideal escape look like? KW: Swimming in the Mediterranean off the coast of the Cinque Terre in Italy, or scuba diving and snorkeling in the Bahamas. AW: What can you be found doing in your free time? KW: I do Bikram yoga and hot yoga a lot to stay sane. Bikram makes me happy. For whatever reason, I walk out of those classes and I’m just clear and focused. It’s a total full-body reset. AW: Would you rather go to a honky-tonk or attend a big festival to hear live music? KW: To discover new music, I like going to South By Southwest. I love just roaming around and hearing something new come out of a club. In my personal life though, I love going to honky-tonks. I’ll go to The Continental Club and dance with old cowboys—like, terribly. [Laughs.] I really want to learn how to two-step. AW: What makes Austin thrive as a city for live music? KW: The open-mindedness and acceptance of its people. Austin is a supporter of the little guys. You don’t get that in other cities. As a woman, it’s a good place to follow your dreams. AW: In the future, what would you like to see happen for Austin’s music scene? KW: Artists being paid enough to live in the city. It’s hard to find a place where you can live and create and still live close enough to the city to be connected to it.

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Austin Woman: What’s the best place to grab a margarita?

Radio Margaritaville got its start in 1998 when multi-platinum singer, songwriter and author Jimmy Buffett decided to develop his own radio station. Buffett’s goal: to transport listeners to paradise. In 2005, Radio Margaritaville (radiomargaritaville.com/ radio) partnered with SiriusXM radio. The station (Channel 24) plays live broadcasts of Buffet’s concerts, as well as music from throughout the world, including the likes of Bob Marley, the Zac Brown Band, Kenny Chesney, Paul Simon and Sheryl Crow.

Kirsten Winquist: La Condesa. They have a good Mexican martini too. AW: What are your favorite song lyrics? KW: “I believe we’ve found our stride / And the walls that won’t come down / We can decorate or climb / Or find some way to get around / ’Cause I’m still on your side / From the bottom of my heart” —Coast of Carolina by Jimmy Buffett. That line out of that song always sticks with me. It’s a reminder to find new ways to get around difficult spots. AW: What advice would you give to someone wanting your job? KW: Pursue it positively but aggressively. Work hard and gain the knowledge, but also stick around and don’t be discouraged when some things don’t work out.

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Add a touch of Austin to your living space this Thanksgiving with unique pieces from these enterprising women. By Maddy Hill The last rays of summer have set on the upcoming holiday season, which, in turn, brings the promise of cooler weather, family gatherings and probably a few too many pumpkin spice lattes. Give your home the extra little touch it needs to help you wow your guests this holiday season. Shop these local Etsy boutiques for home-goods items, such as pillows, as well as accent pieces, like bath salts, to spruce up your bathroom.

Sweet Thyme Design Chelsea Bumgartner

Studio Pillows Karis Webb With a taste for minimalistic design and a true affinity for customer satisfaction, Karis Webb easily turned her pillowmaking hobby into a second job. Her goal? Providing accent pillows of designer quality without the huge price tag. Webb is inspired by designers like Nate Berkus, whose style errs on the more minimalistic side as well, though she believes in the power of standout pieces. She uses bold patterns and rich colors on her pillows to complement her classic style, and she tries to create pillows she would want in her own living space. It is Webb’s dedication and appreciation of her clientele that keep her producing her best work, even if that entails spending time on the weekends making pillows. 34 | Austin Woman | NOVEMBER 2015

Sweet Thyme Design photos by Chelsey Marley. Studio Pillows photos by Karis Webb.

Chelsea Bumgartner captures Etsy shoppers’ attention with her funny and welcoming home goods. Bumgartner, who abruptly quit her job of three years, decided to invest her time in antiquing and crafting as a means of income. She soon invested all her time in Sweet Thyme Design, which allowed her to celebrate her love for puns and DIY projects. Bumgartner was already familiar with the creative market in Austin, and this allowed her to focus on determining what consumers were interested in and how she could best promote her shop. Adding wit and color to mundane household objects, such as vintage dining wear, book pages and greeting cards, is Bumgartner’s specialty, and she is continually motivated by the support of her customers to produce her reasonably priced one-of-a-kind pieces.

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Gypsy Road Market Brenda Burke An Etsy shopper since 2008, Brenda Burke didn’t think she had time to open her own shop while raising a family and working in real estate. Desiring a creative outlet in her life, however, she turned her real-estate work into a part-time job and opened Gypsy Road Market in January 2015. Burke is drawn to creating a heartwarming atmosphere in her home, something she considers of top importance while perusing auctions and sales for pieces to add to her shop. These repurposed items are timeless and simple, curated from a variety of estate sales, yard sales, flea markets, farm auctions and even Craigslist, on occasion. The most unique thing about Burke’s business is the cross-country trips she takes in her beloved motorhome, truly making her shop a gypsy road market. In an attempt to bring Austin “etisans” together, she created Austin Etsy Live, a community that aims to provide the opportunity to collaborate with other shop owners and attend festivals and events for a lower price with higher inventory.

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’Tis the Season for Service Four ways to give back during this holiday season. By Katie Byland It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement and hustle and bustle of the holidays. In the midst of arranging holiday plans and buying gifts for loved ones, we often shift our focus to giving back to the community. Austin offers many ways to give back, from running a 5-mile run, to donating winter clothing for those in need. Find a place where you and your family can serve our community while creating a new holiday tradition.

This year, at the 19th annual Austin Empty Bowl Project, you can relax and enjoy gourmet soup and bread from your choice of 30 restaurants and bakeries, and listen to a variety of musicians, all while benefiting the Kids Cafe program. The Kids Cafe program provides a safe place for thousands of children to enjoy nutritious meals, as well as get access to educational, recreational and social activities. At this year’s Austin Empty Bowl Project, visitors can purchase a handmade ceramic bowl for $20 and fill it with soup, then take it home at the end of the evening as a reminder that there are others less fortunate. There will also be a silent auction featuring celebrity bowls, and a drawing for a Nancy Elder quilt. The event will take place Nov. 22 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Marchesa Hall and Theatre. The project also seeks artists to donate handcrafted pottery bowls to be purchased throughout the night. For more information, visit austinemptybowl.org.

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Austin Pets Alive! Home for the Holidays We can’t forget about our furry friends this holiday season. Austin Pets Alive! is the leading no-kill organization dedicated to ending the euthanasia of Austin’s adoptable dogs and cats. Since 2008, the program has saved more than 25,000 dogs and cats. Home for the Holidays is a temporary foster-care program for dogs who spent last year’s holiday season at the shelter awaiting their forever home. The program has a variety of cuddly companions listed on its website that are looking for their holiday homes. Some foster-family responsibilities include providing a safe, clean, caring environment, providing food and water, exercise and socialization as appropriate. For more information or to become a holiday foster family, visit austinpetsalive.org/get-involved/ home-for-the-holidays.

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More than 20,000 participants from throughout the nation will gather Thanksgiving morning to make room for their Thanksgiving feast at the 25th annual ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot. The largest 5-mile run in Texas will begin at The Long Center for the Performing Arts and benefit Caritas of Austin, a nonprofit organization that connects people experiencing poverty with resources to help them get back on their feet. Caritas’ clients include 20,000 homeless, working poor and documented refugees in Travis County. This year’s event, with the help of more than 700 volunteers, will include a 5-mile run, 1-mile walk, a Kids K and plenty of fun for the whole family. Pre-event packet pickup will be at First Texas Honda and Luke’s Locker. The times will be announced closer to the day of the event. The day will begin at 7:30 a.m. for registration and packet pickup, followed by the first race at 8:45 a.m. Trophy pickup will conclude the day at 10:45 a.m. For more information, visit thundercloud.com/turkey-trot.

Every day, the nonprofit manager of the Austin Resource Center, Front Steps, serves homeless men and women, with a mission to provide them with pathway homes through shelter, affordable housing and community education. Front Steps offers customizable volunteer opportunities for the holiday season so groups can create their own activity that is tailored to their schedule. Activities can vary from hosting a relaxing afternoon of board games with holiday refreshments in one of the conference rooms for their clients at the Austin Resource Center for the Homeless, to donating new blankets, hats and socks for those in need. Groups of 10 to 15 are ideal and all volunteers must be 18 or older. For more information, call 512.305.4153.

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The countertop in the kitchen is white Carrara marble, and the food-preparation space is fresh, with green cabinets, a white tiled wall with green trim and a striped stove hood. The small windows have custom wrought-iron gates, and the tall windows have walnut frames. The kitchen also has a rhythmic plaster ceiling featuring a chandelier designed by the architect and hand-blown by Santa Barbara, Calif., artist Saul Alcaraz.

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Take a sneak peek at the Spring trends hot off the runway at New York Fashion Week.

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Ladies, get ready for Spring 2016! The New York runways lit up with fashion, trends and colors you will love come March. But in the meantime, we have to be patient and plow through an Austin winter before we can peel off the layers. This trip to New York Fashion Week was probably my most fun and exciting trip to date. It was also memorable because of all the Austin connections that helped make it even more special. Photographer Gregg Cestaro and Brittany Scheeres accompanied me, and Team Fashionably Austin took on a huge Fashion Week schedule. With the Fashion Week venue moving from Lincoln Center to two new and separate locations, we divided and conquered, and covered more than 30 shows. Fashion Week brings out lots of celebrities, but we enjoyed seeing our hometown designer celebrity Ross Bennett show his collection for the first time at New York Fashion Week. We also shared a glass of wine with Austin Design

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Lab owner and former AW cover woman Linda Asaf. We assisted Telemundo style reporter Christian Ramirez with backstage photography for several of his assignments, and fashion show Producer Melissa D’Attillio granted us some amazing access to the Naeem Khan show and Carrie Underwood’s athletic collection, called Calia. (Yes, meeting Carrie was a highlight.) From our press-pit vantage point and after all the photos were posted, the trends started popping up. Here are a few to get you excited for a beautiful, romantic and amazing Spring fashion season.

Fringe and lace: Both are already huge trends for Fall, and both will move right into your Spring wardrobe. As for lace, you will see all kinds of lace: sheer, geometric-shaped, layered. And then there was embroidery on top of lace to add even more texture. While it sounds a bit much, it is a welcome change to just a simple lace top or dress.

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Color: Crisp white. Nothing says casual elegance like white. For Spring, you need to wear it from head to toe for the latest trend. Layer your look, mix it up with textures, and you can beat the heat in Austin in style. As far as the other colors that will play out for Spring, Pantone is showing more shades of blue and green than ever before. A beautiful coral called Peach Echo will pair nicely with the blue shades of Serentity and Snorkle Blue, and a vibrant green called Green Flash will brighten up your wardrobe for Spring.

Prints: Prints always have that loveor-hate status, so get ready to sound off in your own way this coming season. Huge florals, not the sweet, quaint kind, but the kinds of floral prints that will be noticed were seen very clearly from the end of the runway. Graffiti prints were also strong on the runway. They are abstract, fun and a print you can mix and match with other prints to make it even more interesting.

Photos by Gregg Cestaro.

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Metallic: For Spring, silver has moved gold off the top podium spot, but not by much. I did see other metallics come down the runway, but put silver in front for Spring. Flat, silver T-strap sandals are a must-have item in your closet.

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Photos by Cheryl Bemis.

Asymmetrical lines: Certainly one of the most flattering lines in a garment is the ever-forgiving diagonal line. The asymmetrical treatments from the designers ranged from casual tops cut across the bodice, sloping lines on the hips of a skirt and jacket closures where one side was slightly longer than the other. If you want to hide a few flaws, asymmetrical is your go-to silhouette for Spring. Gowns: There is nothing more exciting than seeing the finale gowns come down the runway. It felt like the designers were on their own out-design-the-other challenge for best finale dress in the show. Full ball gowns in amazing prints and fabrics were strong, with flowy chiffon frocks with fabric for days. Gorgeous! For more on the trends and runway videos, visit fashionablyaustin.com.

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ON THE FRINGE

How to achieve a classic take on a retro trend.

Written and Styled by Ashley Hargrove Photo By rudy arocha Fringe is one of the biggest trends of the season, and it is back with a vengeance. It has been seen on almost every type of clothing and/or accessory on the runway this Fall: pencil skirts, dresses, handbags, scarves and jewelry. Major fringe overload!

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From becoming a fashion embellishment in the 1920s, to the classic '70s-style fringe leather jacket, fringe has evolved into the epitome of music-festival garb. Not everyone wants to get sucked into the boho-hippie fringe look, but it’s possible to achieve a classic twist on this old trend. The problem is most people don’t know exactly how to wear fringe or how much of it to wear. Fringe is actually extremely versatile, but you definitely don’t want to overdo it by piling fringe on top of fringe. Here is a quick guide on how to tastefully fringe up for Fall. Start with your accessories and think minimal. Even just a fringed necklace can have a major style impact on your entire outfit. Minimal fringe accessories are the way to wear this trend safely if you aren’t a huge fashion risk taker. If small fringe accessories aren’t cutting it and you want to make even more of a statement, move on to a fringe handbag or even a coat or cape with a fringe hemline. These are both subtle enough to give the outfit that extra umph without going overboard. Not feeling the cape or fringe bag? Find a fringe-hemline skirt. This way, the rest of your look can be classic and chic while the fringe gives off a flirty vibe. It’s perfect for a night out on the town. Want to be more of a risk taker? Step it up a notch with a full-on fringe skirt or a jacket that really moves when you walk. Be careful though; these either look absolutely amazing or downright awful if not styled correctly. Fringe skirts are, by far, my favorite trend this season. Throw on a chunky sweater and cute heels or booties, and you are good to go. Not into the fringe skirt idea? Pair your fringe jacket with a solid T-shirt, jeans and simple shoes or a simple solid-colored dress. And for the over-the-top attention seeker, go all out with a full-on fringe top or dress that is guaranteed to turn heads. This will give you a new reason to twirl the night away. If it’s a little too over-the-top, throw on a tailored blazer or leather jacket.

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Live Like a Decorator

My journey as an interior designer building my home. By Monique Penner, photos by Dustin Meyer

I have moved 10 times and lived in seven different cities, so when it comes to designing a home from the inside to the outside, there are a few things I’ve learned along the way. Austin has so many wonderful neighborhoods to choose from, but for my family’s lifestyle, we chose Brentwood in Central Austin. I fell in love with the classic, simple, bungalow-styled homes and the amazing walkability of the area and neighborhood. There are many places in Austin seeing changes and updates that are great for the neighborhood, but they can also be eyesores, particularly the homes that are not reflections of where they are. Our home, for example, was a complete teardown because it was in such terrible

1T he entire exterior of the home, including the trim, was painted one solid, neutral color (Brilliant White by Benjamin Moore) so the focus is on the other elements and they can really pop. 1T here’s a custom steel and glass front door painted iron black, and fabricated metal planter boxes, left in their natural color of Seal to avoid rusting, that vary in height and length to help the front have a modern element and stand out against the pure white house. The steel work was done by Azmitia Welding.

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condition that it could not be renovated. However, I wanted the new build to fit into the neighborhood but still have several modern elements that I love about mid-century and modern design. I began with deciding on the style and the direction I was going to take the exterior and interior of the home. I wanted the exterior to have a modern farmhouse-bungalow feel and the interior of the home to reflect the same classic elements, along with several modern touches, as well as using unique and green materials. The home has a beautiful, large oak tree in the front, and this was the key feature to showcase the home around. To pull the modern yet traditional feel together on the exterior of the home, I focused on several key elements.

1 The vertical-box shapes of the Hinkley Atlantis light fixtures have very clean and simple lines to help with the modern elements, and they also provide upper and lower illumination, casting beautiful light in the evening. The fixtures are from Lights Fantastic. 1 The garage door can sometimes be forgotten when it comes to a home, but in this case, I wanted it to be a key feature to add to the modern elements. I went with a black steel frame and frosted glass so the light is translucent for the inside of the garage but shadows all the items that I don’t want to see in the garage. The garage door is from All Points Garage Doors.

1 We stayed traditional, adding a little bit of Zoysia Grass under the oak tree and black star rock for xeriscaping and extra parking. But when we poured the driveway, we split it to add the modern element and flow that lines up with the beautiful privacy bamboo fencing from Bamboo Your Privacy along the right side. 1 What’s a front porch without seating? It’s the perfect way to add a pop of color and personality to your home. Here, I added two Acapulco Peacock chairs from Collectic Home.

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As this process outside was going on, I focused on how to continue that same feeling on the inside while also incorporating different textures and key elements that were made from recycled and green products. The entrance of the home is the first thing guests see, and it can also set the tone for the type of style and flow throughout the home. I chose to do a feature wall on the right side, using Wall Flats by Inhabit in the Facet style. Wall Flats are expandable, embossed, 3-D wall coverings made from 100 percent bamboo pulp, are chemical free and 100 percent biodegradable. The amazing thing about Wall Flats is that they can transform so many spaces and still be environmentally friendly, and they come in a variety of styles. They’re great for any problem wall, add texture and style to a room and can be used for a feature wall or just as an element. Wall Flats go on with glue and can be painted any color. I chose to go with a high-gloss white to keep it bright and neutral, and to focus on the 3-D texture instead of a color. Speaking of color, when it came to painting the interior, I really wanted to do what I like to call “flipping your color,” which means using the lighter color on the walls and using the darker colors for trim and doors so those elements stand out and make a statement. Here, I chose Chalk White for the walls and Graphite by Benjamin Moore for all the doors and trim. Chalk White is a soft white with a touch of gray and helps keep the palette neutral. The dark trim is an element that can be bold and modern yet very traditional when paired with a three-paneled door and the right hardware. I brought

in Schlage vintage black-gold hardware for all the doors, keeping that old-school, and going with a clean, simple line on the hardware itself. The main space is very open, with the kitchen, eating area and family room all in one. This can be a real design challenge when it comes to texture, color, furniture placement and accessories. To help with this, I kept in mind that not all things needed to match or be from the same material or pattern. In great design, you want to try to have a happy marriage in mixing your materials, colors, patterns and textures so the space flows and has interest, but also reflects your personality and style.

Here are some elements I used for the interior of the home to make the marriage between modern and traditional flow: 1A ll the kitchen cabinets were painted Extra White by Sherwin Williams and all interior and exterior painting was done by J & J Central Texas Painting. 1T he hardware used in the kitchen adds a vintage gold element yet is very modern because of the clean shape of the pulls. Remember, you can mix metals, so having stainless appliances and gold accents still works. 1T he countertop is Grey Goose quartz and is very durable and amazingly easy to care for. It has the look of Carrara marble but without all the maintenance and worry. 1T he lighting is where you can add drama and extra style. The three Thomas O’Brian pendants from Lighting Inc. are new and showcase the mix of metal and vintage gold, whereas the large, black wood and gold chandelier above the table is a vintage piece from an estate sale in Hyde Park. 1A dding a natural element and modern side is the large sheet of metal I had put on the underside of the island, where the barstools will go. This is a place that is usually forgotten but where adding a touch of unique style and functionality for kids that like to kick the cabinets really comes in handy.

1 The flooring throughout is another green product. It is cork flooring with a wood-veneer top. The cork is amazing for softness, temperature control and for sound. It is a great product from ProSource and very easy to clean and maintain.

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One of the last things I want to mention for adding warmth, style and keeping with my mix of modern and traditional is adding wallpaper and reclaimed wood to your spaces. I love wallpaper and I use it in small amounts in almost every project I can. In my home, I have added wallpaper to two rooms (my office and the half bath), and I will soon be adding one wall of grasscloth wallpaper in the large space near the kitchen eat-in area. Wallpaper adds such a quick design change to a room, and it also warms up the space with the texture, color and design that you choose. In my office, I went with a modern metallic geometric print, and in the half bath, the wallpaper is a vintage peacock-feather design and the texture and deep colors coordinate well with the handmade, vintage gold light fixture. It enhances the modern and traditional feel in this room and throughout the home. The wallpaper installation was done by Juanita Carson at A Woman’s Touch. The reclaimed-wood wall in the master bedroom, from Endever Furniture, is an amazing focal point to the entire room. It adds the traditional feel of wood and helps warm the large space so the bed is not the only large piece in the room. It keeps to the modern feel by working with the different colors and grays in the wood, as well as using different sizes instead of keeping the wood stacked and symmetrical. When you pull the room together with furnishings, such as the Paul McCobb dresser and side table by the bed, the antique Victorian couch and the modern, tall

upholstered bed, it all tells the story of where I began my vision of modern-farmhouse design. The master leads to the marriage in my master bath, where I created a traditional window transom over the double-door entrance to the bathroom. I wanted the bathroom to feel large, light and airy, so I went with a Carrara marble throughout the bathroom and then kept it traditional by using two classic shapes that you would find in any traditional home: a hexagon shape for the floor and subway tile for the walls. The cabinets are painted in Carbon by Jeff Lewis Color. The countertops are the same Grey Goose quartz from the kitchen. The tub is a unique freestanding piece that adds shape to the room, and the shower, being glass-enclosed, is what helps keep the bathroom flowing with light and showcasing the marble subway tile. The process of home design and decorating should be a true reflection of your personality, your family and your lifestyle. However, always keep in mind the neighborhood, your surroundings and the traditional key elements that are timeless when it comes to design. When you take all these things into account, you will create a great design and home that you and your neighborhood can love for a lifetime.

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The Latest for Your Home

Three resident experts share their advice on how to keep your home cozy and up to date this fall. By Silvana Di Ravenna

Fall: one simple yet powerful word that can easily transport us to long walks in the woods, pumpkin spice lattes and festive gatherings and meals shared with family and friends. Let’s be honest: Fall is everyone’s favorite season! This year, besides the tried-and-true gourds in our doorways and the Thanksgiving decorations that disappear as soon as we push away from the table, Austin Woman

wanted to take home style to a new level with the help of our three resident experts, who happily shared their cherished traditions and home-decorating secrets to revamp your kitchen, floors and practically your whole home. If you are looking for some cooking inspiration or just new decorating ideas, look no further, for we have you covered.

Food and kitchen expert: Jessica Maher from Métier Cook’s Supply and Lenoir If you haven’t visited Jessica Maher’s restaurant, Lenoir, on South First Street, or her lovely kitchen supply store, Métier Cook’s Supply, which is conveniently located next door, you have missed a treat. Lenoir is an intimate and enchanting restaurant with a prix-fixe menu that is an Austin-foodie favorite. At Métier, you will find all the utensils you could possibly need to recreate Lenoir’s scrumptious dishes. Because we were feeling adventurous, and because we love a challenge, we asked Maher what items every aspiring chef should have in her kitchen, as well as her favorite recipes and more. Luckily for us, she didn’t disappoint!

Every aspiring chef should own… 1. Chef's knife. “You don’t have to spend a lot of money to get something that works well and will last a lifetime. It is absolutely the most useful tool in the kitchen and really makes cooking more enjoyable.” 2. High-quality cookware. “Anything from cast iron, black steel, stainless steel or copper. It will make your life a lot easier and your food a lot better. We source and carry a lot of vintage cast-iron skillets, Dutch ovens, baking molds, griddles and copper paella pans.” 3. Scale. “As a baker and pastry chef, having a scale at my disposal is essential. I recommend going with a scale that can hold more weight. If you start to get into larger scale projects, like sausage or fermented products, having a scale that can handle the weight of the ingredient plus the weight of the container is really crucial.” 4. Stick blender. “The best tool for a small kitchen. Rather than transferring your soup or sauce to a blender, bring the blender to the pot. All you have to do is pulse the button and—ta-da—you have creamy soup. Plus, it’s a breeze to clean up.”

6. An ever-growing selection of cookbooks by real cooks. “If you haven’t really started your collection, there are plenty of classics from which to choose. The important thing is to sit down with a book, flip through it, find inspiration and then take it home with you to enjoy over and over. I am still rediscovering books I’ve had for years.”

Ingredients every aspiring chef should keep on hand 1. L emons. “You always need a little zest in baking and cooking, and the fall/ winter is really when citrus hits its stride.” 2. Coconut oil. “Good for you and adds a lot of flavor to everything.” 3. Wine. “Enough said.” 4. Salt. “Lenoir finishing salt goes well with everything you can think of.” (Sold at Métier.) 5. Liber & Co. Texas Grapefruit Shrub. “It makes a great splash for a gin and tonic, awesome with mezcal, lime and honey, or even just with Topo Chico. You can also add it to your mulled wine recipe to give it a little zesty oomph.” (Sold at Métier.) 58 | Austin Woman | november 2015

Jessica Maher's tips for entertaining in the fall “Choose dishes that you can make ahead of time so you don’t have to fuss once your guest arrives. It is about entertaining, but you also need to enjoy the party and don’t want to have any extra stress. Also, I love mixing and matching serving dishes so you can add height and texture. The more colorful, the better, and you can find a lot of cool, unique and inexpensive pieces at resale shops, thrift stores or our place. The plates can really make your food and table come alive.” Métier Cook’s Supply 1805 S. First St. 512.276.2605 metieraustin.com

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5. A seriously sharp-looking apron. “To look like and feel like a pro. An apron is obviously useful for keeping yourself clean, but an awesome apron that you can wear even after you’ve stopped cooking and your guests arrive is the best thing ever.”

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Home-decorating expert: Denise Roberts from Love Ding We’ve mentioned previously how much we love Love Ding, Denise Roberts’ charming furniture and décor store located on booming South Austin’s Manchaca Road. Everything about the store exudes coziness and comfort. From her beautiful, fluffy pillows, to the rich and colorful textured throws and everything in between, Love Ding has surely become a home-décor source for eclectically inclined Austinites.

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Denise Roberts’ tips on how to keep your home cozy this fall. All about that vase “To make your home cozy, you must introduce greenery: bonsai trees, snake plants or succulents. These are all affordable houseplants that add warmth and coziness to your bedroom, kitchen and even living area.”

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Dim the lights “Adding a floor lamp in your bedroom with a warm, colored bulb will add some fall vibes. I always look for the bulbs that say warm light in the fall. They help my home feel less cold during the winter months.” Leather up “I like to add a touch of leather to a space in the fall, whether it’s a chair, a suede throw or a pouf. Poufs are trending and can be a versatile and stylish piece.

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Plaid it right “I love anything plaid or flannel. Those heavy textures make for great nights by the fire!” Don’t break the bank “Twigs from outside are free, and so are feathers. Stick them in vases around the house or your entryway. Feathers can also be hung on strings as an entire wall-art piece. Be creative!” Denise Roberts’ fall traditions “I always serve a warm drink. I usually do a cider or hot toddy. This makes the conversation flow and reminds everyone of the traditional season. Also, I always play my grandmother’s old vinyl records around the holidays. It reminds me of fall. As a kid, it meant gifts under the tree were just around the corner.”

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Flooring expert: Stephanie Landers of Landers Premier Flooring Stephanie Landers’ useful tips on how to make your flooring last longer Wood and water don’t mix! “Make sure they are getting swept regularly and then damp mopped with a PH-neutral cleaner such as Bona, as needed.” Protect, protect, protect. “Walk off mats from the exterior doors and use felt pads on movable furniture to help preserve the life of the floors.” Walk on socks. “Say mahalo to the Hawaiian tradition of removing your shoes at the door to help preserve the life of your wood flooring.” Suck it up. “Carpet should be vacuumed regularly and then professionally cleaned about every 18 months using the hot-water extraction method from a truck-mounted unit. This brings the fibers back to life.”

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Know your fibers. “Knowing your carpet fiber and stain-treatment method is important for dictating the cleaning. Carpets made with Triexta fiber should never have any topical stain treatment applied to them. Doing so would only attract dirt and void your warranty.”

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It’s amazing how such a foundational part of the home, the floor, gets so easily neglected. We are often preoccupied with our walls, our rooms and even our ceilings, and we rarely give our floors a second thought, at least, not until it’s too late and it’s time for an unexpected renovation. Flooring lays the foundation for the room, and the number and variety of choices can be overwhelming. We ask ourselves, “Where do we begin, and how do we choose the type of flooring that matches our lifestyle?” To answer these questions and more, AW talked with Stephanie Landers, Austin’s ultimate floor authority and owner of Landers Premier Flooring. She guides us through the somewhat daunting process of choosing the right flooring, as well as caring for it. Choosing flooring “It is important to understand your personal taste. Nothing is worse than chasing a fad that really doesn’t fit your style. (Think hand-scraped rugged wood floors in a traditional home). Budget is also an important consideration. A flooring expert will be able to translate both your style and budget concerns into a floor that works for you.” Why hiring an expert is always a good idea “Experts can fully explain the differences in the different levels of flooring, especially flooring that can look the same but not perform the same, due to the way it is made, such as carpet.” Finding help installing new floors “Installation is the most important component of your flooring purchase. A brick-and-mortar store with a good reputation is always the best way to go. They often have the best pricing, due to their volume and ability to negotiate with suppliers, and the best selection. In addition, their personnel are experts in flooring and able to explain the differences of the types of flooring and help find the one that best suits your needs.” Flooring trends As with all trends, it is important to make sure that, first and foremost, they fit your style and that you will be happy with the results for years to come. Tile: “For a modern look, choose rectangular tiles. The ones that look like stained concrete are particularly popular.” Stone: “Choose large 24-inch-by-24-inch or larger tiles for the floor. For baths, the trend is to use the same stone in multiple sizes, as opposed to a lot of different materials. Think Carrara marble in 12-by-24, 1-by-1 mosaics and 3-by-6 bricks used on the floor, wall and shower.” Wood: “The wide-plank, wire-brushed, oil-rubbed look is current. Some of these are truly oiled floors and some are urethane finish made to look oil-rubbed.” Carpet: “A flatter, more commercial look in carpet, as opposed to a textured-type shag, is most modern.”

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A look inside an Austin interior designerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s soulful, family-filled home. By Rachel Merriman Photos by Kimberly Davis Styled by Ashley Hargrove, DTK Austin Styling Hair and makeup by Allison Deitiker and Anastasia Miller, Rae Cosmetics

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sk interior designer Tracey Overbeck Stead about anything in her house, and you won’t hear her talk about color schemes, furniture arrangements, patterns or textures. Instead, you’ll get a story. Ask about the elaborate black and gold clock in her living room, for example, and she’ll show you a newspaper clipping featuring her grandfather, who had more than 300 clocks in his collection. The ornately carved wooden chair in her living room yields a story about her grandmother, who poured herself a glass of Champagne before bed every night and lived to be 92 years old. And when you ask her how she went about designing her house, you’ll get a refreshingly honest answer. “The house is like the cobbler that has no shoes. I go out and do these amazing homes and hotels, and I come home and I want to burn this place down. But then I sit back and think, ‘This is me.’ Everything we’ve collected over the years just sort of trickled down into this house. Nothing in this house was bought as a place filler; it all has some soulful meaning. Nothing is here without a reason,” Overbeck Stead says. “I don’t have a particular style. For me, it’s more about having items in my home that mean something to me, but obviously, artfully arranged in a way that is functional for family and to the eye. I like the unexpected. It’s an old house, but when you walk in, it’s not your typical overstuffed furniture with an antique china cabinet in the corner. It’s sort of the way we live life. It’s hectic. It’s spontaneous.” How Overbeck Stead came to own her prairie-style house in the heart of Central Austin can be summed up with one word: kismet.

Built in 1922, the house is one of the original six homes that now comprise the Old Enfield neighborhood, which is the oldest section of the historic Old West Austin neighborhood. It was first occupied by James and Ruth Graham. James Graham was a city commissioner and a pioneer pharmacist. Overbeck Stead happens to be the granddaughter of Ladner Nau, pharmacist and owner of one of two Nau’s Pharmacy locations, at 24th and San Gabriel streets. The Nau’s Enfield Drug location at 12th and West Lynn streets, owned by her great-uncle Hilton Nau, is still open and beloved by locals for the old-fashioned burgers and soda fountain. “My mother and father, Gary and Nannette Overbeck, are both pharmacists. My father bought the pharmacy from my grandfather in the ’70s, and my mother owned Austin Parenteral Services, which was a home infusion pharmacy. My cousins own Tarrytown Pharmacy. It’s so cool that the house started with a pharmacy family and is currently loved by a pharmacy family,” Overbeck Stead says. Fast-forward to 2005, when Overbeck Stead and her husband were living in the Old West Austin neighborhood and caught wind of an open house a few blocks away. They raced over and discovered the seller was a musician in the San Antonio punk band Butthole Surfers, whose music Overbeck Stead loved when she was a teenager in the ’80s. “I walked into the house and I just kept squeezing my husband’s arm,” Overbeck Stead remembers. “There were all these people that put bids in on the house, and I didn’t think we were going to get it.

“It’s sort of the way we live life. It’s hectic. It’s spontaneous.”

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When I met the gentleman that owned the house, I told him, ‘I used to sneak out of the house to come see your shows. I’m a huge fan.’ He liked that I wanted to keep the house original. And so he [sold ] us the house.” Remaining true to her promise, Overbeck Stead only made necessary updates to the house’s kitchen, lighting and electrical, plumbing, paint and window treatments. She also preserved the house’s original floorplan and features. In the hallways, dampers that once brought heat to the house using coal remain untouched. In the family room off the kitchen, the striking arched windows were once features of an open porch, which the house’s previous owner enclosed by adding glass to the arches. And sitting in the upstairs bathrooms are what every lover of old houses secretly hopes to have in their own home: clawfoot tubs. “Obviously, we needed to make some updates to the house, just so it would function in today’s world, but I didn’t want to change anything architecturally. Ten years ago, everyone wanted to rip out walls to make a big kitchen-living area and put in granite counters and sunken tubs,” Overbeck Stead says. Despite that Enfield Road has become a busy thoroughfare in the 93 years since the house was built, the home remains a quiet oasis suitable for family living. Overbeck Stead shares the house with her husband, Ethan, and their three boys, Whittier, age 2, Elliot, age 8 and Griffin, age 10. “The wall around the house shields us from city living, even though we’re five minutes from downtown. When the gates are closed, it’s really quiet. All the first-floor windows are original, but the second floor has double-paned windows because the previous owner had a recording studio up there. When you’re upstairs, it’s totally quiet. It’s amazing,” Overbeck Stead says. As Overbeck Stead leads a tour from room to room, it becomes clear family is very important to her. Each room has a cool factor you’d expect from a talented interior designer (The family room has a signed Banksy print on the wall.) but it doesn’t sacrifice on the warm and familiar feelings one typically associates with home. Just around the corner from Banksy, her three boys’ heights are marked on the kitchen wall. Opposite the giant octopus painted in a corner of her bedroom, a photo of the lighthouse where she and Ethan were married hangs above their bed. And everywhere in the house, her grandfather’s clocks can be heard ticking softly in the background. “My grandparents played such an important role in my early childhood because I was an only child with a single mom who worked full time,” Overbeck Stead says. “My mother and father got divorced when I was 5. It was just my mom and I until I was 9. And so, I was with my grandparents a lot. My grandfather would be at the pharmacy, and my grandmother would pick me up and take me there. Or she’d take me home, and we’d hang out until Granddad got home and he’d make me a

chocolate milkshake. When my mom remarried and I got a dad and two brothers, they took them in as if they were their own. We were all really close.” Overbeck Stead travels up the wonderfully creaky stairs, coming to Whittier’s nursery, a controlled explosion of colorful Japanese prints and toys. Next door, Griffin and Elliot happily share a seaside-themed room, complete with side-by-side boat-shaped beds. Their bedroom walls depict the scenery surrounding their vacation home in Martha’s Vineyard, where the family spends their summers together. “My husband grew up going there in the summers and he took me there when we first started dating. Three years later, we got married there,” Overbeck Stead says. “We loved it so much that we bought a cottage there in 2007. I spend June through the end of August there with the kids [and] we go for Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break. We’re there a lot.” Back downstairs, Overbeck Stead recalls that she had a creative relationship with space at a young age. “I would rearrange all the neighborhood kids’ rooms, and I would rearrange my room all the time,” she says. “My mom knew from the get-go there was something artistic about me. I always had this creative outlet with my space and surroundings.” Overbeck Stead’s artistic streak led her to pursue a fine-arts degree in college, but her plans quickly changed after receiving a not-so-stellar grade in her first art class.

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“I got a D, and thought, ‘Yeah, OK, maybe I’ll do this as a hobby,’ ” she says with a laugh. “I’ve always loved kids, so I got a degree in early childhood education and taught preschool for nine years. When I was a preschool teacher, my room was elaborate. I would always change it around. I even bought my own furniture for the room.” Overbeck Stead began working for a local decorator while teaching at the same time, eventually deciding to go back to school to pursue a degree in interior design at the University of Texas. After graduating, she began working for the prestigious commercial architecture firm Page Southerland Page. “I love commercial design because it’s very gratifying to me that there might be 1,000 people that walk through my design and experience it,” she says. “But there’s also something really gratifying about helping someone walk into their house and get that feeling of serenity, that feeling of ‘I’m safe. I’m home. This is where I want to be.’ Our space, whether it’s 300 square feet or 20,000 square feet, is very personal.”

Overbeck Stead’s passion for residential design led her to begin taking residential clients on the side, with the firm’s blessing. In 1996, a client approached her with a big project, a four-story building on Congress Avenue that he wanted to turn into his personal residence. It was exactly the push she needed to start her own interior-design firm. “The project was going to take at least two years, so I knew I could go off on my own and I would have two years where my bills would get paid. It gave me a little bit of security to jump off the bridge,” Overbeck Stead explains. “I grew up watching my mother and my father, who were both entrepreneurs, and my grandfather, so I felt it was a natural path for me. From there, it was a domino effect, and I haven’t looked back.” Though she’s appreciative when clients come to her with reference materials from magazines and books, Overbeck Stead says she likes to begin the design process by getting to know her clients.

“W Residence downtown condo/vacation home for UT alumni couple with one daughter that want the urban party pad, downtown view and comfortable family get-away”

Photos by Ethan Stead.

“Balcones Modern Residence formal entry with marble, blacklacquer doors and trim, antique Parisian hotel chandelier. Again, the return to elegance”

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Black and gold clock “This clock was one of my grandfather’s favorite clocks that he owned. He was in the newspaper years ago for his house, and of all the clocks in his house, he chose this one to be photographed with. My grandmother and my grandfather were such an important part of my life, so it means a lot to me.”

Black and white elephant print “This print is by fine-arts photographer Debra Sugerman. We were neighbors for years. One day she said, ‘I’m going on the road for the next six months, and I’m going to lend you this print because I know how much you love it.’ I told her, ‘Deborah, if I ever make enough money to afford a piece of your art, I will buy one.’ It was over my fireplace for nine years before she took it back. When I had my first big commission years later, I called her up and said, ‘I’m ready to buy my elephant.’ ”

Palm tree painting “This painting was painted by Mickey Mayfield. One of my mentors/clients/best friends Roger Joseph—he’s 80 years old—he gave this to me. He’s still alive and doing wonderfully. It’s nice to have something from someone who is still really dear to you in your life.”

Gun lamp “The gun lamp is designed by French Architect and Product Designer Philippe Starck. [At a showcase,] Philippe came up to me and asked who I was. I was like, ‘My name’s Tracey. I’m from Austin, Texas, and I’m such a huge fan. I bought one of your lamps!’ He goes, ‘You must be really rich.’ Uh, no! I go to pick up my lamp and they had already swiped my credit card. I had no money at the time because I had just started my design firm, and I worked my ass off to pay off my lamp. Every day when I walk into the house and I look at it, I’m reminded of how hard I worked.”

Matthew Rodriguez Graffiti “It was Mother’s Day, and my husband and I had no money. I had just started my firm. The parents of my dear friend from high school owned a bar on Sixth Street called the Black Cat. When the bar closed, Matthew [Rodriguez] tagged it on these boards. And for Mother’s Day, my husband went there in the middle of the night, took the board down and had it framed. He couldn’t afford to get me a piece of art, so he went and stole one. Matthew would be proud!”

Giant foot

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“A store I bought furniture from for years was closing, and they knew I loved this rubber foot. They gave it to me as a present and I thought, ‘It’s going to look so gorgeous in my front yard.’ I put it out there and my husband was like, ‘It’s a sponge! The first time it rains, it’s gone.’ So it’s in the dining room. My kids use it as a slide.”

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“I think one of my best features is that I can read people well,” she says. “I’m very open. I’m a huge people person. First, I go to their space to see how they currently live. Then I say, ‘Tell me about you. Where do you travel? What do you love to do as a hobby?’ I try to get into my clients’ heads through conversation. I don’t give them homework of ripping out pages in a magazine or book. I really just try to get to know them.” Overbeck Stead enjoys the personal relationship that comes from working so closely with her clients. Many of her longtime clients, she says, are like family to her. “If I’m your interior designer, I know everything about you,” she says. “I know how you go to the bathroom because we’ve picked out toilets together. I know if you have anything under your bed because I’ve seen it. I know what medication you’re taking because we’ve talked about your storage needs by your bed. I know what you like to eat and when. I know how you like to get dressed and where. I know where you like to lounge and how. It gets so personal and so into those minute details, I can’t help but get close to my clients. And I love that.” The hard work of planning down to the tiniest details allows Overbeck Stead to create a space that is both beautiful and functional. “Form is always in the back of my head, as far as you walking in and loving what you’re looking at, but I try to never forget why you’re in the space. I don’t want you to sit on an uncomfortable sofa. I don’t want you to need three grab bars and a pulley to step into your beautiful freestanding bathtub. You can still have beauty with function. A lot of people think you can’t, but you actually can,” Overbeck Stead says.

The end result is everything a home should be: comfortable, functional and most of all, personal. “The analogy I use with my clients is that I can put them in front of a mirror and make them look the best they can look, but it still looks like them,” she explains. “There’s not one project I’ve done where you would walk in and say, ‘Tracey Overbeck Stead did this.’ I design to my clients. I’m very into making their personality and their soul come out in their house.” It’s clear why Overbeck Stead is so successful at building those deep relationships with her clients. She even asked this interviewer personal family-related questions, job-related questions and house-related questions. Overbeck Stead herself is an open book. She shared that she likes to play the drums, would drive a Formula 1 racecar if she could and loves to shoot guns at her parents’ ranch. But talk always seems to circle back to interior design and why doing what she does is important to her. “Life is so hectic these days. We’re such a fast, here-andnow culture,” Overbeck Stead observes. “I have clients that say, ‘I just want to come home and feel like I’m home.’ They always emphasize that word: home. As humans, we need a place where we go that’s ours, whether it’s an apartment, a trailer, a plane, a condo or a hotel room. … Interior design is so powerful because it can make someone feel good when the rest of the world outside their space is so fast-moving. Space is so important in our lives. It’s so fun to be able to shape it. To help someone’s vision of their safe, special place come to life is such a gift to me.”

“If I’m your interior designer, I know everything about you.”

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To learn more about Tracey Overbeck Stead and view her design portfolio, visit traceyoverbeckstead.com.

Tracey Overbeck Stead on the Whale House and Her Love for Martha’s Vineyard Our Whale House is located in the historic neighborhood of Oak Bluffs, Mass., on the island of Martha’s Vineyard. It is one of our two homes we own on this magical island. We purchased the Whale House back in ’07 because we fell in love with the summer lifestyle of being stuck in time with the way of life our neighborhood continually provides 180 years later; it is Americana at its finest. Everyone looks after everyone. Everyone loves their neighbors. There is a sense of community that no longer exists in other American cities. It also has that island-time schedule. Everything moves a bit slower and a bit more thoughtful. For me, the challenge was turning this piece of history into a vacation home that a modern-day family with two young sons (now three) could enjoy while still preserving its architectural integrity and abiding by the strict historic rules and regulations of the neighborhood.

Drawing from the cottage’s Cape Cod setting, the interior reflects a coastal style, with local antiques from years gone sourced from local farmhouses and shipyards. Completing the interior required sleuthing for old costal antiques, local materials and new, inviting pieces that were available on island or were purchased through vendors off island, who we had to beg to ship via the ferry. All local artisans were commissioned in transforming this labor of love. Each cottage in this neighborhood is required to have a name. My son Griffin, then 4 years old, endowed our cottage with its name: the Whale House. One outcome of this project is that I have now passed the obsession for Martha’s Vineyard on to my three sons, who wake up nearly every morning in Austin and ask me if today is the day we are going to the Whale House.

“ Whale House library for relaxing under a capiz-shell chandelier while getting cozy with a summer read”

Photos by Ethan Stead.

2 “ Porch living on our 1869 porch at the Whale House, Martha’s Vineyard”

“Whale House master bedroom with the Gothic arched doors and the vaulted ceiling exposed and one board thick”

2 “ Whale House living room showing our whaling antiquities on the wall from the whaling era”

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Wine, dine and get entertaining tips from Austin’s best lifestyle bloggers. BY Deborah Stachelski, photos by adrienne wing

We all love spending time with family and friends during the festive holiday season, and if you are a homemaking, bake-up-a-storm, Martha Stewart type, you get excited about the creativity that is flowing out of your brain and right onto the table. Whether it be food, drink or décor, this is your time to shine. This year, instead of getting stressed out and flustered during the holidays, remember that you, as the hostess, set the tone for the party. If you are stressed out, your guests will feel it and the

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party will be tense. Remember to take a moment to breathe, and always answer the door smiling. This is the time to put your best foot forward, and you’ve prepared for it all year. Take the opportunity to think outside the box, and let your creative juices flow. You can be that ethereal creature everyone envies, the one who makes entertaining seem effortless. Take note of these tips and you will have everyone looking forward to receiving their next invitation to your party.

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Top 10 Tips ~ ~ for Stress-free and Elegant Entertaining 1. Be mindful of space. There is a difference between hosting guests properly and squeezing as many people as possible into a space. A crowded room will likely cause mingling, but not the pleasant mingling you are probably envisioning. Rubbing elbows and knocking chairs will cause a subtle atmosphere of frustration and tension, thus ruining the perfect mood you are trying to create. Use the following formula to determine the perfect number of guests for a cocktail party: Divide the square footage of your home by 10. That number equals how many people can fit nicely in your home. Remember that your guests are there to mingle, relax and have a good time without having to draw out a plan in their heads for how they will reach the bathroom before they get up from the table.

2. Dress up unexpected areas. For an overall festive and welcoming feeling, make sure to put thought into those places others may not really think to decorate. After all, you are the ultimate hostess. Dress up your powder room and the entryway with small, festive touches. You don’t need to spend a lot, as a little goes a long way. Cruise the produce aisle for ideas; big, red pears and apples, and other textured vegetables, such as artichokes, look gorgeous in simple bowls. Take a look through your home for unique vessels, and fill them with cinnamon sticks, cloves and dry leaves, making the space smell amazing without breaking the bank.

3. Scents make memories. The simplest yet most effective way to make your guests feel like they have entered holiday heaven is to appeal to their nostalgia. Nothing does this quite like the sense of smell. One of the easiest things you can do is simmer a little water with cinnamon sticks on the stove. Start about an hour before guests arrive, and keep an eye on it throughout the evening. You can dress up the recipe with other spices, such as cloves, apples, cranberries and nutmeg. This is a fun chance to experiment and find your recipe, which guests will associate with your home and recall memories of your fabulous party when they encounter that scent again.

4. Consider the furniture. When it comes to entertaining, if you don’t have a ton of furniture, not to fear. Ample square footage means more space for mingling and moving about. Just skip the seated dinner and host a standing-room party with heavy hors d’oeuvres and a signature cocktail to take advantage of the casual setting. That doesn’t have to be your only option, though. Creative ways to set up an entertaining space can come in many forms, such as renting cocktail tables and setting up chairs in corners, which is fairly inexpensive, or setting up plastic tables and covering them with fabulously festive linens. When good food is available and good wine is flowing, no one will notice what that decorative cloth is hiding. Another option is to skip tables and chairs altogether and choose a unique theme for your party. Seat guests on fluffy pillows on the floor, or make it a winter-wonderland theme and set up baskets filled with blankets for everyone to cuddle up in. While all these ideas work well, make sure to be considerate to your guests and ask them to wear appropriate and comfortable attire.

5. Stock the bar. Whatever type of party you are hosting, within the very first minutes upon arrival, your guests will be looking for the drinks before they really start mingling. A good hostess can foresee this immediate need for refreshments and sets up an easy and accessible area for the drinks. It’s not necessary to have a bartender for parties on the smaller side, but if you are hosting more than 40 guests, it is a good idea to have someone serve drinks or even

walk around serving pre-poured wine and Champagne to avoid a line and therefore, frustration. You should also devote a space for the alcohol. To avoid traffic jams, pick a corner and find something like a dresser or tall table to set everything on. Guests will find it, so don’t worry about putting it front and center.

6. Do a little math. Now, I know the holidays are a time for fun and happiness, not math. But the last thing you want is to run out of food, or worse, alcohol, in the middle of a fabulous party. So pull out your calculator and get ready for a little math lesson. For cocktail parties, assume your guests will drink two drinks in the first hour and one drink per hour for the rest of the party. For food, plan on 10 appetizer bites per person and about four if it’s a dinner party and more food is coming. The more, the better, and, in this case, it’s preferable to have leftovers than not enough.

7. Be mindful of centerpieces. This may seem like Entertaining 101, but most people actually forget that in order to create that lively, interactive and fun environment they want at their dinner party, easy conversation is the key element. What makes conversation easy? Alcohol (You got that part down.) and actually seeing the other person across the table. When you obstruct the view with a really elaborate centerpiece, guests will certainly look at it and appreciate it, but they won’t be able to chat with the other guests across the table if their view is blocked. This creates lulls in conversation and kills the mood you are working so hard to create. Keep centerpieces short or spare and tall to avoid obstructing guests’ sight lines. And if you must let your creativity run wild, place a beautiful, giant arrangement in a corner, perhaps by the bar.

8. Remember the kids. If you have been entertaining for a few years, chances are some of your fabulous guests have children by now. To be an extra considerate hostess, you might want to consider inviting their kids to the party as well. You can either hire a babysitter for the night, or if the kids are old enough, set a kids’ table next to the main table and serve kid-friendly food. Provide an activity to keep them focused (like covering the table with butcher paper and scattering crayons, or giving them games to play during dinner), and make them feel just as special as the grown-ups. This will make for an easier party and ensure their parents will want to come to the next one.

9. ’Tis the season to be giving. Guests want to feel like they are on a mini vacation when they go to a holiday party. They want to be fed and pampered, and not worry about a thing. What better way to make them feel special than to send them home with a little special something? A gift doesn’t have to be big or expensive: A simple ornament set on each of their place settings, or gifting arrangements of flowers from the centerpieces will do the trick.

10. The last and most important tip: relax. Before everyone arrives, as the hostess, you should take a moment to get in your right mind. A holiday party is an opportunity for you to put your flawless taste on display, but no one will remember that if you are tense, anxious and stressed out. Take 20 minutes, sit outside and take 10 deep breaths while you sip a glass of wine. Get in your zone, put aside any stressors or annoying things that have gone wrong and forget the burned green beans. Entrust someone to be your attitude adjuster for those times of the night when things get overwhelming, put a smile on your face and go greet your first guest!

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Healthy Recipes for the Holidays Pumpkin Spice and Maple-Roasted Whole Chicken Serves six to eight Ingredients: 1 whole large chicken 3 teaspoons pumpkin spice 3 teaspoons maple syrup Salt and black pepper to taste Avocado oil (enough to cover the chicken) 1 white onion 5 fresh garlic cloves Fresh thyme sprigs

Roasted Rosemary Brussels Sprouts With Pear Balsamic Glaze Serves four

Ingredients: 1 bag Brussels sprouts 6 slices low-sodium bacon Rosemary Salt and black pepper to taste 4 red pears 1/2 cup honey-roasted walnuts Avocado oil 1 cup balsamic vinegar Directions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Fry six strips of bacon in a skillet, pat with a paper towel and set aside. On a cutting board, cut each Brussels sprout in half, peel and cut pears into cubes. Chop the bacon slices into small pieces and toss in a large bowl with Brussels sprout halves and pears. Mix in a bowl and drizzle with avocado oil. Season with salt, pepper and chopped rosemary to taste. Toss until mixed evenly. Place two large rosemary sprigs on the bottom of a casserole dish, and spread the mix over it. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes or until desired consistency. Toss in candied walnuts and set aside. Pear Balsamic Glaze Mix the balsamic vinegar with four to six slices of pear in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until the pears have softened or dissolved. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer until the glaze is reduced by half, about 20 minutes. The glaze should coat the back of a spoon. Fish the pear slices out and drizzle the glaze over the roasted Brussels sprouts. 74 | Austin Woman | NOVEMBER 2015

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Directions: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Preheat a roasting pan. Rinse the thawed-out chicken inside and out with cold water, and pat it dry with paper towels. Quarter the white onions and stuff them inside the chicken, along with garlic cloves and fresh thyme. Tuck the wings behind the back and truss the chicken as desired using kitchen twine. Rub avocado oil all over the chicken and set aside. In a small bowl, mix the maple syrup, pumpkin spice, salt and black pepper. Rub the mix all over the chicken, making sure it’s evenly saturated. Roast the chicken for 40 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 325 degrees and flip the chicken breast side up. Continue roasting for another 40 minutes until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast, away from the bone, registers between 165 degrees and 170 degrees. Transfer the chicken to a carving board, cover loosely with foil and let it rest for about 20 minutes before carving.

Harvest Kale Salad With Honey-Thyme Vinaigrette Serves six Ingredients: 1 bag fresh kale leaves 1/2 cup dried sweet cherries 4 sliced cherry belle radishes 1/2 cup roasted pumpkin seeds 1/4 cup goat-cheese crumbles

Dressing: 2 tablespoons honey Juice from 2 limes 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar Salt and black pepper Lemon thyme leaves 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon yellow mustard

Directions: Quickly roast the pumpkin seeds in a skillet at high heat until they’re browned. In a large bowl, mix the greens, cherries, thinly sliced radishes, roasted pumpkin seeds and goat-cheese crumbles. In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Pour it over the greens and toss together well.

Brown Sugar Baked Acorn Squash Serves four to six Ingredients: 1 acorn squash 1 tablespoon butter 2 tablespoons brown sugar Dash of salt Directions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Using a sharp, sturdy chef’s knife, carefully cut the acorn squash in half from stem to tip. Use a sturdy metal spoon to scrape out the seeds and stringy bits inside each squash half until the inside is smooth. Cut the acorn squash into four to six slices. Place the squash slices cut side up in a roasting pan. Rub butter into the insides of each slice. Sprinkle with a little salt. Rub brown sugar into the center of each slice and bake in the oven for about an hour, until the tops of the squash halves are nicely browned and the squash flesh is very soft and cooked through.

Pumpkin Spice White Russian Cocktail Serves one Ingredients: 2 parts Kahlua 1 part vodka 3 parts 2 percent milk Pumpkin spice Cinnamon sticks Piecrust Directions: Using homemade or pre-made piecrust, make lattice-woven piecrusts and cut them to a slightly bigger size than the tumbler glasses you will be using. Bake and refrigerate. Pour the alcohol into tumbler glasses and float the milk on top. Sprinkle pumpkin spice and stir with a cinnamon stick. Top with piecrust. austinwomanmagazine.com | 75

Four Fabulous Austin Bloggers You Should Follow Nicole Seligman Writes Like a Girl

Nicole Seligman’s Best Entertaining Tip for the Holidays “Keep lots of blankets around. Whether it’s a casual or formal event, I love having a quilt to snuggle up in at the end of the night as we continue chatting and sipping cocktails post-dinner. What’s cozier than assorted throw blankets to add that extra welcoming touch for your guests?” Nicole Seligman’s Favorite Thing About the Holiday Season “My favorite holiday is actually Valentine’s Day, during which I go all out for the entire month between Jan. 14 and Feb. 14: pink and red outfits, handmade valentines, too many Russell Stover candies, the whole lot. However, my choice of traditional wintertime holidays has to be Hanukkah. From lighting the menorah each night, to making my yearly walk through Trail of Lights to see the over-the-top décor, Hanukkah in Austin is all about embracing the festival of lights.” What Makes Nicole Seligman an Austin Woman “Engaging my community both as a woman and a blogger has always been a priority for me as a native Austinite. One of my highlights as an Austin woman was being incredibly involved during the reproductive-justice rallies and Wendy Davis filibuster of 2013. … Being an Austin woman means representing the women in my state who don’t have the same opportunities and advantages I do living in the city. In my blogging life, connecting with other Austin creatives through co-working nights, workshops and trips allows me to lift up other women in my community who are doing amazing work while still furthering my own passion projects.”

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Marissa Saunders Simply Mars About the blog Simply Mars is a source for inspiration that covers everything from fashion and beauty, to home décor, travel, lifestyle and more. Marissa Saunders started the blog in 2011, when she was pregnant with her daughter, in order to document the pregnancy and show women they can still be stylish, even when they’re pregnant. Saunders draws inspiration from many sources, and has loved fashion for as long as she can remember. The feeling of putting something together that makes sense, along with her daughter’s free-spirited nature, inspires and motivates her to want to be a better person. When visiting Simply Mars, readers can expect to find inspiration from Saunders’ personal style and lifestyle as a mom with a toddler. By mixing both high-end and affordable pieces, readers will find that looking good doesn’t mean you have to spend a fortune. Marissa Saunders’ Best Entertaining Tip for the Holidays “I always like to have a personalized gift for each of my guests. It makes people feel warm and welcome. I think people appreciate this type of gesture because it accentuates the evening and genuinely gives them the impression that I put some thought into planning my event. Plus, who doesn’t like opening gifts?” Marissa Saunders’ Favorite Thing About the Holiday Season “Christmas is, by far, my most favorite holiday. I love decorating my home, shopping for gifts, spending quality time with my family and watching my daughter open her presents on Christmas morning. There is no greater joy than seeing the smile on my daughter’s face when she sees all of her gifts sitting underneath the tree. It truly is the most wonderful time of the year.” What Makes Marissa Saunders an Austin Woman “Austin holds a special place in my heart because it is where I met my husband 13 years ago. I feel like the spirit of Austin accurately represents my personality and style. As an Austin blogger, I feel like I have an opportunity to reach a wonderful audience that shares a certain compatibility with my message. My blog is my instrument that allows me to add my own personal touch to the world around me.”

Nicole Seligman photo by Chelsea Laine Francis. Marissa Saunders photo by Bo Saunders.

About the blog A native Austinite, Nicole Seligman is a blogger, podcast co-host and intersectional feminist living in South Austin. Her blog, Writes Like a Girl, is a body-positive blog and empowering space for female readers to find personal style, creative living tips and an honest exploration of mental-health and body-image struggles. The blog began in 2011 after Seligman saw fashion bloggers who built fabulous outfits and took beautiful photographs but didn’t seem to have a lot to say. Rather than waiting for someone to give her permission to be the writer she always dreamed of being, Seligman began creating the kind of content she wanted to see online for women her age. In the future, she’s looking forward to sharing the same messages from her blog in an offline setting through speaking engagements and workshops. She is inspired by vulnerability, mid-century styles, small group discussions and women living their truths. Seligman believes in sisterhood, the power of the right outfit and good-hair days above all else. On any given week on her blog, you will find an outfit post, body positive talk and advice on creative living, sisterhood advocacy, goal-setting strategies and Seligman’s current wish-list items. She is happiest when eating brunch or with her cat, Contessa.

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About the blog Lee Anne Benjamin’s blog, Life in ATX, which launched in 2010, focuses on personal style, motherhood and tips on blogging and social media. Teaching herself how to build a website, use social media to drive traffic to the site and how to monetize it inspired Benjamin to keep at it. She is inspired by bloggers and blogging in general, as more companies are developing influencer marketing campaigns, and she believes being considered for collaborations because you have built an impressive brand of your own is really exciting.

About the blog Society Letters is a one-stop shop for all things woman. The slogan is “We talk about girl stuff, and you can totally sit with us” for a reason, as its main purpose and approach is to be inspirational and personable. It’s a collaborative blog run and published by Deborah Stachelski, but is written by 15 to 20 bloggers from throughout the world. By providing an approachable platform, Society Letters gives the everyday woman a voice and ability to share her stories and life lessons on career, motherhood, marriage and dating, and any and all topics that apply to women’s issues. Society Letters plans to expand into sister sites focusing on different aspects of creativity, lifestyle, beauty and women of all ages.

Lee Anne Benjamin’s Best Entertaining Tip for the Holidays “Make a ton of delicious food and always top off your guests’ drinks. I like to watch an episode of Barefoot Contessa for entertaining tips right before I host a get-together. She is so inspiring!”

Lee Anne Benjamin photo by Dylan Benjamin. Deborah Stachelski photo by Adrienne Wing.

Lee Anne Benjamin’s Favorite Thing About the Holiday Season “My favorite holiday is Christmas, and my favorite thing about the holiday season is spending time with family. We are so excited to celebrate our first Christmas with our little guy this year. He will be 1 in January, and we are really looking forward to creating traditions and family memories with him.” What Makes Lee Anne Benjamin an Austin Woman “I’ve lived in Austin for just over two years now, and I’m not leaving. Before living in Austin, my husband and I had lived in five different cities in six years. When we got to Austin, we fell in love with the city and knew we had found a place that we wanted to call home. We were really drawn to the vibe of the city and the fact that everyone who lives here is truly proud to be called an Austinite. We started the Austin Passbook to help newcomers and longtime Austinites enjoy the best food trucks and activities in Austin.”

Deborah Stachelski’s Best Entertaining Tip for the Holidays “My very best tip is to make sure you are happy and relaxed. Whether that comes from taking a bubble bath right before, to inviting a close girlfriend to come early and share a glass of wine with you, nothing makes a great party like a great hostess in the right mood.” Deborah Stachelski’s Favorite Thing About the Holiday Season “My favorite holiday is definitely Christmas. The thing I love most about it is the feeling: Everyone is a little kinder, a little more forgiving around that time. I also love the cozy feeling of being wrapped in plaid, sipping peppermint hot cocoa with your family, watching cheesy Hallmark movies.” What Makes Deborah Stachelski an Austin Woman “I love being an Austin woman because I feel it empowers me to do anything and everything. Austin has such an accepting culture, and no matter what your new venture or idea, the city will embrace it. Austin has enabled me to be successful at my creative business, and I’m not sure any other city would have given me and many others as much opportunity. I love connecting with other Austinites and newcomers, and showing them that Austin is a land of opportunity and chances.”

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During the summer, Chad Dolezal and Victor Farnsworth, co-owners of The Hightower, helped organize a weekly Tuesday night block party of East Austin restaurants with their Eat East promotion. The event was so popular that the eateries are continuing to host their specials on the first Tuesday of every month through the fall and winter. Each venue offers a drink and appetizer special for the night, priced in the $8 to $10 range. Diners can hang out in one place or try several spots, choosing from casual to fine-dining fare in the neighborhood starting at East Cesar Chavez Street and winding up to East 11th Street. Guests can take a culinary crawl down one street or fashion an evening based on the style of food they most enjoy.

Eat East participating restaurants

For a more upscale night, consider starting at The Hightower for blistered green beans and Tequila Fresa, then make your way to LaV for escargot and a swizzle cocktail. Then head to Gardner for crispy sweet potatoes with urfa mayo, accompanied by a Kalimotxo, a Basque cocktail with red wine and soda. For more casual fare, you might head to The Silo on Seventh for fries and an Old Fashioned, Tamale House East for chips, queso and margaritas, or Spartan Pizza for jalapeño dip and domestic beer. Visit the Facebook event page (facebook.com/events/1674821236064309) or check with your favorite participating restaurant to learn the specials of the night. No matter which of the endless combinations you pick, Eat East promises a delicious night out on the town.

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The Hightower: 1209 E. Seventh St. 100 Pizzitas: 900 E. Seventh St. LaV: 1501 E. Seventh St. The Silo on Seventh: 1300 E. Seventh St. Gardner: 1914 E. Sixth St. Tamale House East: 1707 E. Sixth St. Spartan Pizza: 1007 E. Sixth St.

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Gelateria Gemelli: 1009 E. Sixth St. East Side Show Room: 1100 E. Sixth St. Buenos Aires Café: 1201 E. Sixth St. Weather Up: 1808 E. Cesar Chavez St. Jacoby’s Restaurant & Mercantile: 3235 E. Cesar Chavez St. Maggie Louise Confections: 1017 E. Sixth St. Sagra: 1050 E. 11th St., Suite 100 Hillside Farmacy: 1209 E. 11th St. Mettle: Govalle Shopping Center, 507 Calles St. Wright Bros. Brew & Brew: 500 San Marcos St., Suite 105 When: First Tuesday of every month (Nov. 3, Dec. 1, Jan. 5, Feb. 2, March 1, April 5). Hours vary by location. Sagra’s Brussels sprouts

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Austin Woman: Tell me a little bit about The Hightower. Chad Dolezal: We will be almost two years old in January and are so happy with how things are going. We knew from the beginning, we wanted to be a neighborhood place, and originally thought we would be more of a bar with some food. But the neighborhood wanted a restaurant, so we changed direction, adding lunch and brunch, and it’s been really good to see it grow. AW: What was your inspiration for Eat East? CD: We wanted to do something to show off what restaurants are doing on the Eastside. There is so much diversity in the restaurants and so many styles of food as you walk down East Seventh. We thought an event like this with a discounted cocktail and appetizer, sort of tapas-style, would encourage people to try a few spots in one night. AW: Why did you move from weekly to monthly? CD: Summer can be a little slow for restaurants, but things really pick up in the fall, and we thought monthly would be more practical. It worked out great because several more places—Mettle, Hillside Farmacy, Wright Bros. Brew & Brew, East Side Show Room and 100 Pizzitas—have joined in. Eventually, I’d love to do an Eat East event and showcase all the restaurants in one place. AW: Have you had any surprises from participating in Eat East? CD: We were surprised by the response. We were hoping to get an extra 15 people or so through the door on a Tuesday night, and instead, some of the Tuesdays doubled in business. We’ve also been using the special dishes as a way to play around and see if there is something new we want to put on the menu. We did a pickled shrimp this summer that is now on the menu, and we have a carpaccio coming up that I’m hoping gets a great response.

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What you need to know about urinary-incontinence treatment. By Jill Case Finally, women are beginning to talk about a problem that millions have: incontinence. Whether it’s leaking a small amount of urine when laughing or coughing, or feeling a sudden, strong urge to urinate, many women are dealing with the symptoms of incontinence. November is Bladder Health Awareness Month, and Austin Woman wants to help by educating women about this problem and highlighting the hope that’s available through treatment. Many things can cause incontinence, including pregnancy, childbirth, menopause, medications, infection, nerve damage or other symptoms associated with aging. Any of these things can cause the muscles and nerves that hold or release urine to weaken or malfunction, allowing a release of urine. If you are experiencing symptoms of incontinence, you shouldn’t hesitate to talk to your doctor. This is a common problem and nothing to be embarrassed about, and your doctor can offer many different options, depending on the extent and severity of your symptoms, to help alleviate the problem. Lifestyle Changes and Behavioral Changes In some cases, your doctor may want you to try to make some changes in your lifestyle. For example, your doctor may suggest you lose weight because being overweight puts extra pressure on the bladder. Dietary changes include eliminating all carbonated beverages, coffee, tea and alcohol since these drinks have been shown to contribute to symptoms, as can drinking too much liquid. Finally, quit smoking! Smoking has been shown to make symptoms more severe and may double your risk for developing incontinence. Bladder Retraining Bladder retraining is another non-invasive way to treat urinary incontinence. Your doctor will help you establish a schedule for urination, usually beginning with urinating every 60 to 90 minutes, whether you feel that you need to or not, then extending the time in between. This process, practiced for several months, may help eliminate leakage. Pessaries These are removable devices that your doctor fits and inserts while you’re in the office. They are also used to treat pelvic organ prolapse. When the device is in place, it helps reduce leakage from stress incontinence by repositioning the urethra. Your doctor will show you how to remove, clean and reinsert the device. Medications Depending on your symptoms and the type of incontinence you have, your doctor may prescribe medications that can help relax bladder muscles, prevent muscle spasms or block signals to the nerves that can cause urinary urgency and frequency. Biofeedback Some women benefit from biofeedback, a process through which they learn to become more aware of how their bodies function and feel. During biofeedback, a therapist attaches an electrical patch to the bladder and urethral muscles. This is not painful. The internal patch is linked to a screen that allows you and the therapist to see your muscles contracting, helping you to learn to control your muscles. If you have biofeedback with electrical stimulation, your therapist will use mild electrical stimulation to directly stimulate the pelvic-floor muscles. Physical Therapy There are physical therapists who are specially trained to help women with the symptoms of incontinence. They use different exercises and tools to

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help strengthen the pelvic-floor muscles. The therapist teaches women how to perform exercises using vaginal cones, biofeedback and electrical stimulation. Vaginal weights, or cones, are tamponshaped weights in different sizes. Your therapist may have you insert these weights and then practice tightening the muscles around the vagina to hold them in place. You progress by using increasingly heavier weights. Your therapist may also use biofeedback and electrical stimulation, which is another form of biofeedback. Neuromodulation (Interstim) The Interstim Therapy system is used for people with urge incontinence to provide neuromodulation. Neuromodulation involves stimulating the sacral nerves, located near the tailbone in the spine, which control the bladder. After a trial period, the doctor inserts a small pacemaker-size device under the skin in the upper back that delivers mild electrical pulses to help the brain and the sacral nerves communicate. This minimally invasive surgical procedure is usually performed in the office or surgery center under local anesthesia. Injections Your doctor may suggest injecting bulking agents like collagen into the tissues located around the bladder and urethra. These materials can help thicken the tissues and also close the bladder opening. The procedure is done under local anesthesia in the office or surgery center. Injections have been shown to work for stress incontinence. Botox Women with urge incontinence or overactive bladder may benefit from Botox injections. Botox is injected into the bladder muscle while you’re in the office or surgery center. Your doctor will use cystoscopy, a procedure in which the doctor inserts a thin, lit tube into the urethra and bladder so she can see precisely where to place the Botox injections, usually between 15 and 20 spread evenly across the bladder surface. Botox works by relaxing the bladder muscle. Surgery If non-surgical or minimally invasive treatments don’t work, your doctor may suggest surgery so your bladder is supported in its normal position. Most of these surgeries are done laparoscopically or robotically and are minimally invasive with no abdominal incision. The type of surgery is determined by what kind of incontinence you have and the severity of your symptoms. Your surgeon will also take into account the factors that are causing the problem. The most important thing to remember is to speak up and seek help. Treatment is available for incontinence, and reaching out to your doctor can dramatically improve your quality of life.

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What You Need to Know About Surgical Bladder Mesh You may have seen the commercials on television from lawyers talking about the dangers of bladder mesh, but you shouldn’t let these ads scare you away from seeing a specialist about your urinary incontinence. First, it’s important to remember that there are many treatments available for incontinence that aren’t surgical, so you may not need surgical bladder mesh. Secondly, the mesh is FDA-approved, and a recent study in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that only about 3 percent of patients experienced complications and/or needed follow-up surgery due to problems associated with surgical bladder mesh. The FDA offers guidelines for women who may need surgery that involves surgical bladder mesh. They recommend having a thorough discussion with your health-care provider when considering this type of surgery since the outcome of your procedure will be better if you choose an experienced and skilled surgeon. The study published in JAMA also found that patients whose surgery was performed by a surgeon who does not do this surgery routinely had a 37 percent higher rate of complications. To learn more about the questions you should ask your physician, visit fda.gov/medicaldevices/productsandmedicalprocedures/implantsandprosthetics/urogynsurgicalmesh/ucm345230.

Types of Urinary Incontinence There is more than one type of incontinence, and women usually have one of these three types: Stress incontinence is the most common type of incontinence in women, and is often caused by changes experienced during pregnancy, childbirth and menopause. Laughing, coughing, sneezing, exercising or even lifting heavy items can put pressure on your bladder, which causes urine leakage. Urge incontinence is the type that causes a sudden, strong urge to urinate, followed by leakage. This can happen while you’re asleep, after drinking water or even when you hear water running. Overactive bladder sometimes causes urge incontinence. OAB is a condition that causes symptoms such as the need to urinate frequently (more than eight times a day), the urge to urinate immediately and suddenly, and waking up at night to urinate. Mixed incontinence causes many women to experience two types of incontinence at the same time. Most often, they have symptoms of both stress and urinary incontinence. The good news is that there are many treatments available to help women cope with the symptoms of urinary incontinence. Family physicians, gynecologists, urogynecologists and urologists, along with trained nurse practitioners and physical therapists, can all help you improve your quality of life by providing treatment and support.

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Crush Fitness sets the tone with high-intensity treadmill intervals mixed with total-body toning. By emily laskowski, photos by Dustin Meyer Nestled on the popular stretch of South Lamar Boulevard between Riverside Drive and Barton Springs Road is a new fitness studio that promises to help you burn up to 800 calories in a single class. Crush Fitness opened its doors in July, offering a series of classes that mix high-intensity treadmill intervals with total-body toning, but the philosophy behind this effective workout has a romantic twist. Classes at Crush include four 12-minute sessions that alternate between treadmill intervals and resistance training on the floor (bicep curls, crunches, squats, etc.). For example, the Total Body class starts with a series of two- to four-minute intervals on the treadmill that increase in speed or incline (and sometimes both!), then continues with a variety of arm, leg and core exercises using weights, is followed by another round of treadmill intervals and ends with another round of floor exercises using resistance bands—all with the motivation of a class coach and a curated playlist.

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Crush Co-owners Lander Peerman and Noah Wright believe this style of interval training is, by far, the most effective workout method. When they met, Peerman had already owned a fitness studio in Dallas and Wright was training as a professional off-road triathlete, something he still trains for. Sharing a passion for fitness and a healthy lifestyle, the two developed a bit of a crush on each other, as well as an idea for a new and better fitness studio. “Together, we married our two passions and started creating the Crush brand,” Peerman says. “We both love to run and believe that the most effective style of working out is interval training, so we created our signature Crush format based on that belief.” Now engaged, Peerman and Wright operate Crush with busy lifestyles in mind. Saving time for eating right and working out is a challenge for most adults. Peerman and Wright both travel often, take care of Wright’s two children, and work and run their shared business. “Needless to say, we are busy people,” Peerman says. “That being said, we always find time to break a sweat.”

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At Crush, classes start as early as 6 a.m. and as late as 6:45 p.m., with plenty of options in between. No matter the time of day, any Crush class provides the after-burn effect that comes from creating lean muscle. “By building more muscle and toning the entire body, you are able to burn more calories at rest,” Peerman explains, calling the after-burn effect a win-win. Crush’s clients, who range in age from 20 to 60, have lost up to 5 pounds in one week and 5 to 10 pounds in just one month. (Peerman recommends attending three to four classes per week for weight-loss results.) While weight loss is a significant benefit, it’s not the only one. “Working out is not only the best stress reliever, it also releases crucial endorphins that the body thrives on,” Peerman says. “It keeps you mentally sharp, helps with focus, overall digestion and releases environmental toxins that build up in our body from our surroundings.” For working adults, the mental escape of a workout is often just as important as the physical output. Almost 70 percent of Crush’s current clients are women. “Our a la carte class-package system is perfect for the woman on the go,” Peerman says. “We do not have memberships—that model is old-school and not effective—and we do not have any hidden fees. Clients buy the class package that suits their lifestyle the best and we do not have any expiration dates.” So whether someone wants to workout twice a week or five times a week, there is a package suited for that need. With the recent opening of Crush, Peerman and Wright are understandably focused on fitness, but

they are also committed to living a balanced life. “Life is about enjoying yourself,” Peerman says. “Part of that is finding the balance between having fun and staying committed to your goals.” With the holidays coming up, there are plenty of opportunities to lose that balance. To maintain moderation, Peerman recommends starting now and planning ahead. “Don’t wait to start working out on a consistent basis during the holidays,” she says. “That way, once the holidays are upon us, you are not trying to fight an uphill battle.” Additionally, Peerman recommends packing healthy snacks as a way to be prepared for those holiday parties and festivities. “If you know you are going to a holiday party where you might have a few cocktails,” she says, “make sure you eat clean the majority of the day.” Whether it’s the Total Body, Core Crusher or another of Crush’s many classes, Peerman and Wright’s workout methodology is making people sweat and picking up steam along the way. Plans to open an Austin-based sister location in the next year are in the works.

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Crush Fitness Pricing: Single class, $25 (but $15 a class for firsttimers only); five classes, $110; 10 classes, $200; 15 classes, $285; 20 classes, $360; 30 classes, $510 Location: 300 S. Lamar Blvd., Suite O (Free parking is available in the Cole building.) 512.480.0077 crushfitness.com

11 a.m.: “Meeting with Crush Fitness Manager Jess Clark”

What’s in Her Bag? Crush Fitness Co-owner Lander Peerman is often on the go, from workout to work meetings to picking up the kids. See what she keeps in her bag at all times to handle life’s busiest moments.

Crush hat “Because I never know when I’m going to need a hat to tame some wild hair. Plus, it protects my face from sun throughout the day.”

S’well water bottle “I always carry water with me. Dehydration is the cause of a lot of ailments.”

Mints “These are great when I feel like I’m going to have a mid-day snack attack. Peppermint has been shown to be an appetite suppressant, so… give the body time to figure out if it’s really hungry or just snacking out of boredom, tiredness, etc. Plus, minty-fresh breath never hurts anyone.”

Burt’s Bees Facial Cleansing Towelettes “They are a must, not only for wiping off sweat before I head to my next appointment, but handling kiddo spills or dog messes.”

Tinted lip balm “This is good for so many reasons: hydration and SPF protection for lips, with a little tint.”

Face hydration mist “For a little mid-day pick-me-up.”

Lander Peerman, co-owner of Crush Fitness, makes it her goal to break a sweat every day while still fitting in work, friends and family. She tells us how she makes it all work each and every day. 7 a.m.: “Wake up and drink a large glass of water or coconut water, which is super effective to get your body up to proper hydration and get your digestive system going.” 7:30 a.m.: “Breakfast and coffee with my fiance (and fellow co-owner of Crush Fitness, Noah Wright) and our pup, Taz. Coffee: Black or with a splash of non-GMO vanilla soy creamer. Breakfast: Greek yogurt with berries and honey or a homemade fruit smoothie. We are also big on bacon. It’s a great source of protein and good fats if you eat one piece of lean bacon.” 8:30 a.m.: “Crush Fitness Total Body class”

1 p.m.: “Lunch: gluten-free turkey and/or veggie wrap or sandwich, or a brown-rice-and-veggie bowl. Lean protein is super important to eat after a hard workout to aid your body in recovery. Drink lots of water. This is when I’ll drink electrolyte water or a drink with some sort of recovery electrolytes. Coconut water is the best choice for a post-workout recovery drink.” 2:30 p.m.: “Crush meetings: water supplier, retail vendor, marketing outreach, anything that needs my attention that day, which changes often when running your own business.” 4 p.m.: “Afternoon snack: a handful of nuts (raw almonds, walnuts or cashews), or if I’m on the go, I’ll eat a gluten-free Luna bar, and of course, more water.” 5 p.m.: “Check on Crush evening classes. Some days, I head to yoga to relax, stretch, reset or meditate.” 7 p.m.: “Dinner with my family and recap of the day with my fiance. Our favorites: gluten-free spaghetti with vegetables mixed into the meat sauce— a great way to disguise veggies for kids, parents will understand; pork chop with brown rice or purple potatoes and lots of veggies; taco Tuesday with gluten-free turkey, lean chicken or bison tacos with all the fixins. We try to cook at home most nights, but we definitely like to enjoy a nice glass of red wine or a margarita out on the patio of La Condesa as the weather gets cooler. Again, our No. 1 rule of thumb: Balance and moderation are key.” 10 p.m.: “In bed. Some days are easier than others for this when you have two kids, a dog and just launched a new business.”

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Wisdom That Comes With Age Listen and learn, and you will never have to say, ‘Too much to take care of.’ By JB Hager, photo by rudy arocha I am going to touch on a subject I have mentioned before. It’s important because I want any younger readers (I’m 48.) to benefit from what I’ve learned. As my wife and I are preparing for the fifth move of our marriage, we are staring around, mostly in the garage, asking, “Why do we have all this stuff?” To make matters worse, I have spent the last two years spinning off classic cars, motorcycles, bikes, etc.—big-ticket items. I miss them, but I don’t miss taking care of them. More on that later. You see, when I first met my wife and her parents, roughly 20 years ago, I was amazed at some of their possessions from back in the day. Her father had these amazing cars, some of my favorite bucket-list cars, like a Volvo P1800 or a BMW 635 CSI, just to name a couple. I would quiz him as to why he ever got rid of them. “Too much to take care of,” he would snap back. Not long after that, when my wife’s younger brothers were out of the house, he filled in the backyard pool with dirt. We thought he was losing his mind. Being inquisitive about his decision to cover a gorgeous Texas pool with an 18-wheeler full of dirt, I would get the same response: “Too much to take care of.” Not long after that, he moved out of that Dallas home and into a townhome with no yard and an HOA. I knew the reason before asking: “Too much to take care of.” Now, as I am standing in a two-car garage, staring at items I’ve moved no less than three times, I’m really questioning my last 20 years. I’m staring at boxes of books I’ve already read or those in the to-be-read pile that I’m

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never going to read. I count at least 15 Target tubs of CDs I’m never going to listen to, nor am I going to display them on shelves in the house. Next to that, a tub of ski gear. I haven’t been skiing in 15 years and those styles would be embarrassing on the slopes if I were to sport them today. I look around at all the lawn-maintenance gear I felt so manly to accumulate: edger, leaf blower, chain saw, tree trimmer, various shovels and ladders. I haven’t even so much as mowed my own lawn in eight years. I have two tubs of vintage cameras, each individually wrapped in packing paper. I used to want to find the inventor of the Target tub and give him a hug for organizing my life. Given a similar introduction today, I’d punch him square in the lip. For the sake of not humiliating my wife, I will tell you that we are not hoarders. In fact, people are often surprised by the simplicity and minimalistic stylings of our home. It looks this way mainly because we have been giving away most of our possessions the last few years, selling off what we can, happy to give stuff away when it’s something someone else will use and enjoy. Having just celebrated my 48th birthday, I find myself wondering, “Where does the time go? Why isn’t life simple and fun like it was in our early 20s?” Do you ever have one of those Saturdays when you are running errands all over the place and everywhere you look, people are having fun, but you are not? Why don’t we ever have time on the weekend to relax on a restaurant patio and sip on a margarita, talking? Well, because we got busy filling our lives with things, which really just amounted to too much to take care of. Can anyone recommend a dirt company that delivers?

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Your Month: Do you feel a little lighter now, a little less stressed and more determined to make some big changes in your world? Not yet? Well, don’t fret. You will. No true Scorpio sets out in life to win a popularity contest, but sometimes when the planets align just right and the moon and stars conspire, that’s exactly what seems to happen, or it feels that way. While you stay busy creatively mapping out your next career move, your fan base grows, quietly amassing on the horizon, preparing to take the enemy by surprise. You aren’t alone anymore; your legions of fans have your back. ➺ November is a relief after the turmoil of 2015, a good time to re-assess old values and come up with new plans. No difficulty arises without an easy solution, no problem without a remedy, no question without an answer. If you listen to your inner voice and stay willing to choose the more creative path while managing this month, you can consider it a head start for the adventures 2016 has in store. Sagittarius (Nov. 22–Dec. 21): You guys are usually bigpicture people, preferring to leave those pesky details in the dust as soon as they begin making demands on you. Well, not to be too dramatic here, but your destiny and career success this month are linked with how completely you embrace the details of your work. You can be as charming, assertive and passionate as you want, but if you don’t dot every i and cross all your ts, you might be disappointed in the outcome of your adventures. This doesn’t mean you must do all the mundane work yourself. Oh, no! Relationships play a key role, and you get to be the boss. So go ahead: delegate. Capricorn (Dec. 22–Jan. 20): No one would ever accuse you of being a dreamer, but the philosophical approach you’ve applied to most of the last year does make you appear almost Buddha-like. In fact, the image of students trekking across the wilderness or climbing a mountain peak to sit in your hut and absorb the wisdom you dispense is kind of accurate. You’ve already undertaken a serious examination of your own hidden realms, so why not help others to conquer their fears as well? And your desire to divest yourself of extraneous worldly goods, load up your donkey and take off for parts unknown is a little Buddha-like too. Aquarius (Jan. 21–Feb. 19): Passionate but detached, solitary but demanding a connection, independent but sharing your expanding resources:

This is your month. But it’s also a good month, so expect a surprise legacy, inheritance, insurance payout, legal settlement, severance package or gift with no obvious strings. This could also be a very good month for romance of a more—ahem—earthy variety, and you may demand more than a platonic relationship from a friend or co-worker. It’ll sizzle, but try to keep the heat under wraps or it may burn you later. Remember, the only way to keep a secret is to keep it first yourself. Just saying. Pisces (Feb. 20–March 20): I know, I know: Work demands your time and attention, but you need a vacation this month. Take your romantic anniversary trip to Hawaii, or learn to dance the tango with your loved one in Argentina or sip espresso and nibble croissants beneath the Eiffel Tower on the most romantic Paris date ever. Make it a big trip, use your passport, have a romantic adventure. Just say no to work and get your romance fix this month because very soon, all those prophesied career changes will kick in and throw your career in a completely different direction. Then you won’t have time to play. Aries (March 21–April 20): When you’re really into something, no one has more energy than you. Your enthusiasm is contagious and you want to share your fun with everyone in your immediate orbit. The problem usually is how to keep your attention focused. But that won’t be a

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problem this month. You’re completely in control of your day-to-day energy and you find even the most mundane work activities fascinating. Your co-workers look to you as a leader now, and you’re OK with that. Just fine-tune your daily routines, both work and health, and allow them to be your main focus. It will pay off big. Taurus (April 21–May 21): Friends and partners, partners and friends, friends as partners, and partners as friends: This is the theme and your project for the month is to figure out ways to be creative and have fun with them, your friends and partners, that is. But also try to have fun, if you get my meaning. It’s important for you to enjoy your personal life completely. Be creative and lighthearted, join groups and participate in activities, but also step carefully around anything too serious, too deep or too secretive. Focus on the details of your immediate personal goals and leave the heavy stuff to everyone else. Gemini (May 22–June 20): You know how we’ve encouraged you in your career, pushed you to take chances with your work and warned you about the hurt and neglected feelings of those you left at home? Well, that was then and this is now. Your job this month is home. That’s it. Home. Spend some time with your house and get to know each other again. Tackle those jobs you’ve ignored or swept under the rug, literally. Organize your pantry, clean out your closets, refold your T-shirts a la Marie Kondo. Stay in and read a real book or rewatch Gilmore Girls on Netfix. Learn to love your house again by fine-tuning it. Cancer (June 21–July 22): Clear and truthful communication is the theme for this month, so make it a point not to cut corners or adjust the facts since it could backfire. Clear communications are integral to everything you do. Use them to ramp up your social media because people connected through your career need to trust you and believe in your integrity. Your partners feel a little fragile right now so clear communications here will prevent major relationship issues later. And people you work with need you to tell them

exactly what to do and how to do it. And vice versa. So speak up. Leo (July 23–Aug. 23): Money makes the world go ’round. You know the rest. Now, I don’t usually advocate a monetary focus, but this month, there is no way to escape it: Money really does make your world go ’round. Everything you touch turns to gold, every idea in your head is a moneymaker and your instincts in the financial arena are spot-on. Now, this doesn’t mean everything else in your life falls by the wayside just because your work is on fire. This happy money situation keeps your home life rosy, so go ahead and buy new livingroom furniture. Virgo (Aug. 24–Sept. 22): Practically and methodically, you go after what you want. Quietly and efficiently, you tackle projects. You’re almost always pragmatic about love, preferring meaningful relationships, reliability and common sense versus fairy tales. But this month, things are a little different. You feel romantic, fiery and independent, and you want— no, need—to express yourself creatively. You may even be rash and a little aggressive, darting about here and there. So it’s important to have an outlet, a way to communicate what’s inside, or it may burst out of you and cause trouble. If you can blog, email, text or spruce up your website, you may have your outlet. Libra (Sept. 23–Oct. 22): NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) is an annual creative-writing project taking place in November. It challenges you to write 50,000 words, and the reason I’m reminding you is because November just happens to be a perfect month for you, astrologically, to hole up in your home office and write. Jodi Picoult says everyone has a book in them, and yours is bursting at the seams to get out. It takes a lot of alone time to write a book, and until now, that’s been in short supply for you. But you’ll have plenty of alone time and motivation in November. So write your novel. By Deborah Alys Carter deborah@pinkaustin.com

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My Home-Makeover Disaster Because orange is my favorite color.

By Elizabeth Breston, illustration by jessica wetterer apocalypse when they walked into their kitchen. The rest of the neighbors tried not to make eye contact. I was greeted by the painter, who still had a big smile on his face. This time, he told me that my house was hot, hot, hot as he opened and closed his fists like sunbursts with each word. I frantically told him to stop painting my house orange. My heart was beating irregularly. The kids were horrified. My son thought our house looked like a package The previous owners had painted the house a bank-lobby forest of Skittles and declared he wouldn’t live in an orange house. I kept green with burgundy trim. The inside had been painted a rain-cloud circling the property trying to find the right angle that would give me gray, which I remedied before we moved in with a warm white and hope that I didn’t make a nuclear-orange blunder. healthy doses of raspberry, yellow, orange and melon green. Always one to be solution-focused, I called my contractor and When I met with the painter, he said through told him of my mistake and then loaded up my a wide grin that my house would look like a My son thought our house looked most color-coordinated child in the minivan piñata. That sounded better than a bank lobby like a package of Skittles and declared and headed off to find a way out of this orange to me. On the morning when the painters were he wouldn’t live in an orange house. morass. Our neighborhood hardware store has an to begin, my contractor called one last time to interactive program that gives a mockup of colors ask if I was certain that I wanted orange, that particular orange. on a digital model house. We pored over color pairings that could bring I was not turning back. our little piece of the world back into homeostasis, then landed on A busy schedule had me on the go, and I returned to the house midHolly Glen with Purity White trim. afternoon. What I saw when I turned the corner onto our street was Feeling like superheroes, we had two test quarts made up and headed an orange mistake of radioactive proportions. Our house was pulsathome. Within 24 hours, the exterior of our house flipped to the oping under a glowing orb that ricocheted off the homes on either side. I posite side of the color wheel and all evidence of the orange was gone, had created an orange force field that encompassed half the street. If it except for the gravel in my garden path, where the paint-spraying hose weren’t my house, it would have been awe-inspiring. The young couple broke. I did, however, keep the neon-green sheds and painted the front next door told me later that they thought they were experiencing the porch swing the same color.

I painted our house orange for a day—traffic-cone orange, or, candy-corn orange, to be accurate. It was a premeditated decision. I brushed aside my contractor’s concerns that my paint choice was too bright or that maybe the canaryyellow trim I picked was too much. Did I mention the neon lime green I chose for the sheds in the backyard?

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