By Donna CorneliusAshley McMakin has a deft hand at putting the right ingredients together. Since opening Ashley Mac’s 15 years ago, she’s come up with dishes that have made her business a real success story. Now, she’s cooking up a project that will give Ashley Mac’s fans a chance to re-create some of her favorite recipes in their own kitchens: a cookbook.The … [Read more...]
Designing Women: First-Timers Show Off Their Style in the 2022 ShowHouse
By Donna CorneliusThe first time’s a charm for four designers who are newcomers to the Decorators’ ShowHouse this year. One is fairly new to Birmingham itself as well as to participating in the Alabama Symphony Orchestra fundraiser. Another is known for making special events extra special. The other two are sisters who found it fun to create their ShowHouse space … [Read more...]
Aunt Sister … Bless Her Heart: Julia Harwell Segars Speaks During Hoover Service Club’s Table Inspirations Event
By Ally Morrison“Aunt Sister – a Southern lady who was raised right but overcame it, bless her heart.” Julia Harwell Segars came up with the tagline that brought laughter to many readers of the Talladega Daily Home. From an anonymous humor column in a small county paper to a well-liked book, Segars has brought light and laughter to many readers.Segars explained … [Read more...]
Happy Return: Hallmark Farm Opens to the Public for the 2022 Decorators’ ShowHouse
By Donna CorneliusAfter a two-year hiatus, the Decorators’ ShowHouse is back, and the house chosen for the Alabama Symphony Orchestra fundraiser is a real showstopper.If you’ve ever traveled the interstate from Birmingham to Huntsville, you’ve likely wondered about Hallmark Farm, with its stately mansion, picturesque barn, rolling green fields and, at Christmastime, a … [Read more...]
‘Huge Honor’: Exceptional Foundation Volleyball Team Will Represent Alabama in Special Olympics USA Games
By Rubin E. GrantIf Disney World is looking for someone new for one of its television commercials, perhaps they could consider The Exceptional Foundation volleyball team.You probably have seen those commercials in the past when they interview famous athletes after they have just won a championship and ask them what they’re going to do next.In the case of The … [Read more...]