AVA U District

Creating an Anthropologie-Inspired Home on a Budget

Upon walking into an Anthropologie store, you get the feeling you have arrived at your dream home. From the unique vintage furniture to the cutesy knickknacks, Anthropologie draws you in with its quirky charm. Unfortunately, we don’t all have the shopping budget to be able to afford a $900 side… Read more

Garden & Gun | The Derby Breakfast

Make Your Own Bow Ties At Home

Bow ties have made it back into the fashion world as a popular accessory for men to wear. Whether you prefer a clip-on style or a tie-it-yourself version, there are many choices out there. If you have a crafty touch or a little sewing experience, you can sew one yourself… Read more

Cafe Allegro | Flickr BrewBooks

Best Places to Do Homework in the U-District

Out of the numerous bars, restaurants, and coffee shops in the U-District, you’re pretty spoiled for choice when it comes to selecting a good place to do homework after classes let out. But out of the dozens of businesses littering the Ave near AVA U-District, there are few that certainly… Read more

compost bucket

How to Compost in a Small Space

While composting is fairly simple to do, many would assume you need a large yard or even outdoor space. You can compost right on a fire escape, your AVA U District balcony or in a shared yard space. Another misconception is that composting attracts bugs, rodents or smells bad, all… Read more

Lacto-Fermented Dill Pickles | Witchin' in the Kitchen

Pickling Fall Vegetables

We all know that Portlandia episode, “we can pickle that”. While pickling may be in vogue right now, it is a great way to preserve your end of summer vegetable crop or a fun way to spend a few hours with friends or family. Even if you don’t have your… Read more