Arts + Culture

Meet Nicole Liveoak

The artist and maker behind Woven Oak Design Article by Nicole Liveoak | Photography by Nicole Liveoak and Katie Johnson Photography My name is Nicole Liveoak, and I'm a 25-year-old macrame artist, mother, and the owner and founder of Woven Oak Design. I first discovered macrame back in 2019 while scrolling through Facebook Marketplace. A listing for a macrame plant hanger caught my eye, and I thought, 'Hmm, I could do that.' My love affair with macrame began with a quick search on YouTube and...

April 2024

Local Services

Local Favorites

Top-tier local business recommendations Article by Sara Hagen We pride ourselves in curating top-tier local business recommendations. These are some of our favorite businesses to support in our own Woodstock community. Item #1: Bizarre Coffee Bizarre Coffee is a funky and creative coffee shop in the heart of Downtown Woodstock. With fun new flavors each season and options like smoothie bowls and sandwiches, Bizarre is our favorite local coffee shop. Stop by for some good mood juice! Item...

March 2024

Travel

The Power of Adventure and Inclusivity

Exploring new destinations, sustainability, accessibility, and mindfulness with Tricia's Travel Club Article by Sara Hagen & Tricia Dejarnett | Photography by Tricia's Travel Club Travel is much more than a luxury; it's a necessity for emotional health and holistic wellness. Whether you're looking for adventure, seeking to forge new memories, or simply trying to reduce stress, travel can offer a powerful remedy that can help unlock physical, mental, and emotional benefits that can enrich your...

March 2024

Home + Design

Experts Share Their Passion and Tips for Homeowners

With Jim from Design and Remodel Brothers Article by Sara Hagen | Photography by Design and Remodel Brothers How did you get started in remodeling? What's your story? Our father was a General Contractor in New York City for over twenty years, specializing in residential and commercial projects across the five boroughs. His expertise lay in foundation and framing, and he managed a team of long-term subcontractors for other aspects of remodeling jobs. He has since retired and enjoys pursuing...

March 2024

Arts + Culture

Woodstock Art's Latest Exhibit is Accessible

Sensory-friendly and accessible art curated with everyone in mind Article and Photography by Sara Hagen According to CDC Data from 2020, 1 in 36 children has been identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Over 6 million children have ADHD. There is more representation of neurodivergence in literature and television than ever before. The more compassion and understanding exists around neurodiversity and disability, the more representation increases. We can see the effect of this positive...

March 2024

Home + Design

Tom and Jerry's Roofing

A Veteran-Owned and Customer-Focused Company Providing Roofing Services in North Georgia Article by Sara Hagen and Thomas Stratton | Photography by Tom and Jerry's Roofing Tom Stratton and Jerry Jerabek, owners of Tom and Jerry's Roofing, have both been in the roofing industry for over 30 years. They have witnessed the influx of roofers in North Georgia and the shift in the roofing market from high quality and lower quantity to low quality and high quantity. Tom and Jerry saw this change as a...

February 2024

Home + Design

Flower Arranging for Spring

Expert Tips from Woodstock Flowers and Gifts Article and Photography by Sara Hagen Woodstock Flowers and Gifts has been in business for 40 years. Mei Hardjanti Paul and Astuti Bieri are the third owners and bought the shop in 2022 after the previous owner, a friend of Astuti, passed away. Astuti and Mei bought it to continue the shop’s legacy.  As we move into Spring and spruce up our homes for the new season, experts in flower arranging can offer some tips and insight into the art of...

February 2024

Arts + Culture

The Inside Scoop

Local Designers Discuss Their Favorite Things Beyond Design in New Podcast Article by Sara Hagen | Photography by Emily Followill Photography Kandrac & Kole, interior designers based in Woodstock, have been featured in Better Homes and Gardens, Atlanta Magazine, and HGTV Magazine. Their podcast, Inside Design, has over 140 episodes. Their new venture is a podcast called The Inside Scoop. What inspired you to start podcasting? When we started Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole six years ago...

February 2024

Home Services

The Fundamentals of An Efficient Landscape

with David from Taurus Landscape Article by David Awtrey | Photography by Taurus Landscape When people think of what it takes to have a lovely functioning landscape, aesthetics come to mind. The plants are pretty, and the lawn is nice, but only some people realize how to get to that point. So much more happens behind the scenes to create these aesthetics.  Planning and Bed Preparation An efficient landscape is a balance of maintenance, water, and nutrients. These three elements working...

February 2024

Arts + Culture

Koozles Candle Co.

A crafty and non-toxic twist on traditional candle-making Article and Photography by Chelsea Baasch Chelsea, the creator of Koozles Candle Co., has always been a supporter of the craft beer community. Together with her husband, she has been brewing her own beer as a hobby for several years. When she wanted a hobby of her own, she started learning to make candles, but she wanted to put them in a unique vessel. Since craft beer is another interest of hers, she combined her two favorite hobbies...

February 2024