http://www.sheknows.com/authors/christina-caldwell/articles Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:52:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/990359/10-best-food-blogs-to-follow The next best thing to tasting food is reading about it. Adjectives take the place of calories, and while they might not be as satisfying, they do give you a good hint at what you can expect if you open your mind and your kitchen to new culinary possibilities. These fabulous food blogs make the delectable approachable for the weekend home cook. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/990359/10-best-food-blogs-to-follow Christina Caldwell Wed, 03 Apr 2013 09:02:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/990119/5-creative-ways-to-announce-your-engagement-to-the-family Congratulations! As of right now, your wedding is a well-kept secret between you, your fiancé and us. We want to help you shout your engagement from the rooftops. Don't blow the big secret before you consider these ultra-original ways to announce your engagement to the entire family. http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/990119/5-creative-ways-to-announce-your-engagement-to-the-family Christina Caldwell Wed, 03 Apr 2013 08:07:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/990109/10-unique-ideas-for-escort-cards Once all of the major wedding details are out of the way, it's time to get down to the nitty-gritty, from silverware selections to seating charts. We found these ultra-cute, unique escort card — or place card — ideas for any wedding theme. http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/990109/10-unique-ideas-for-escort-cards Christina Caldwell Mon, 01 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/988533/eyelash-envy-how-you-should-be-caring-for-your-lashes Getting the perfect lashes is about more than just finding the right mascara — it's also about creating the perfect canvas for your makeup products. Moisturizing and caring for your eyelashes makes the difference between brittle, dry spider lashes and lush, full peepers. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/988533/eyelash-envy-how-you-should-be-caring-for-your-lashes Christina Caldwell Mon, 01 Apr 2013 00:05:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/988531/10-celebrity-makeup-artists-share-their-secrets To some, makeup might seem like a paint-by-number game, but those who know better understand it's nothing short of wizardry. We went to 10 celebrity makeup artists who offered up their favorite makeup tips and tricks about how to get your version of a flawless face. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/988531/10-celebrity-makeup-artists-share-their-secrets Christina Caldwell Mon, 01 Apr 2013 00:15:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/988525/beauty-blenders-why-youll-never-use-anything-else When you're working with layman makeup skills, getting perfect natural-looking foundation coverage is more than a little frustrating. Do you use a sponge? Your fingers? One of those fancy foundation brushes? http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/988525/beauty-blenders-why-youll-never-use-anything-else Christina Caldwell Mon, 01 Apr 2013 00:16:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/988297/celebs-who-look-10-years-younger-than-they-are Hey, ladies? You forgot to age. Don't worry — you're in good company. But if you could go ahead and catch up with the rest of us regular folk, that would be awesome. If you want to continue being superhuman, that's your prerogative. We might just be a little bitter about it. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/988297/celebs-who-look-10-years-younger-than-they-are Christina Caldwell Wed, 03 Apr 2013 01:55:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/988083/are-you-ready-for-love Grabbing the attention of the bachelor of your dreams is tough enough. Now imagine vying for his attention alongside some of the country's most beautiful and talented women. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/988083/are-you-ready-for-love Christina Caldwell Fri, 01 Mar 2013 02:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/986329/handbag-envy-splurge-vs-steal We envy celebrities for quite a few things — perfect relationships, perfect careers, perfect hair. But one thing we should never envy them for is their handbags. With so many affordable options on the market, paying $3,000 for a handbag on a fixed budget is straight up unreasonable. We picked some of our favorite upscale bags and found the perfect budget dupe. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/986329/handbag-envy-splurge-vs-steal Christina Caldwell Fri, 01 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/985863/5-cute-leather-jackets-to-add-to-your-wardrobe From James Dean to Joan Jett, the leather jacket simply refuses to go out of style, and for good reason. The always-cool look is not only tough-looking, but completely tough-performing. Your favorite leather jacket is sure to be durable for years to come, so these closet staples are worth the extra investment. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/985863/5-cute-leather-jackets-to-add-to-your-wardrobe Christina Caldwell Fri, 01 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/985839/5-investment-pieces-for-every-womans-wardrobe Every shopping trip is a war between quality and quantity. When you're staring down that perfect item, but know the not-so-perfect dupe at the discount store is closer to your price range, what do you do? It's time to save and splurge on the perfect items that will remain in your wardrobe for many years. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/985839/5-investment-pieces-for-every-womans-wardrobe Christina Caldwell Fri, 01 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/985831/pricey-jeans-that-are-worth-the-investment Pricey, quality jeans might cost quite a bit up front, but think about them from an economic perspective. If you buy a pair of $30 jeans and they only last one season, then you’re practically throwing money away! A well made pair of jeans should last several years. Splurge now on the perfect pair of jeans and save money by not having to buy another pair next season. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/985831/pricey-jeans-that-are-worth-the-investment Christina Caldwell Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:31:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/985683/stay-focused-with-the-correct-car-mirror-placement Sure, you can use your rearview mirror as a kid-spying and makeup-checking device, but it's important to remember its true purpose — seeing the cars behind you! Your rearview and side mirrors are key factors in making sure you avoid road interference. Getting your mirrors into the ideal position is easy as long as you keep a few simple tips in mind. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/985683/stay-focused-with-the-correct-car-mirror-placement Christina Caldwell Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:30:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/985681/how-to-jump-start-a-dead-battery When your car is dead, so is your day . So to avoid losing time out of your schedule, you either have to call in an expert or head to the local auto shop for an entirely new, expensive battery. Or do you? Save yourself pain, money and time by learning to jump-start a car all on your own. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/985681/how-to-jump-start-a-dead-battery Christina Caldwell Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:29:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/985679/how-to-change-a-flat-tire We all know the classic image of a damsel in distress, but let’s face it — you're just not that kind of chick. Rather than rely on someone else to help you with the most basic car task, you can learn to do it yourself, cutting down on time and embarrassment and maybe even saving money. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/985679/how-to-change-a-flat-tire Christina Caldwell Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:28:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/985677/inflate-your-tires-like-a-pro When it comes to cars, nothing will keep you from reaching your destination like a flat tire. And if you have no idea how to inflate a tire, you'll have to wait around for someone who does. Save time and skip the middleman by learning how to inflate your tires on your own, using our simple steps and expert advice. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/985677/inflate-your-tires-like-a-pro Christina Caldwell Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:26:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/985675/check-your-tire-pressure Inflation is bad, except when it comes to tires. A flat tire can result from weather changes, a small puncture or simply neglecting to inflate the tire regularly, and it can cause a dire situation under less-than-ideal circumstances. Inflating your tires is an easy process that can save you a big headache — you just have to know how! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/985675/check-your-tire-pressure Christina Caldwell Wed, 03 Apr 2013 05:04:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/985207/app-for-finding-out-std-status Ever felt like you might have missed out on a great time with that cute guy at the bar simply because you didn’t want to do anything risky? If only you had a way of knowing for sure that he checked out in every way, especially his STD status. Well, look no more: There's an app for that. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/985207/app-for-finding-out-std-status Christina Caldwell Fri, 01 Mar 2013 00:01:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/985197/how-to-dress-up-your-favorite-tee If you're a jeans and T-shirt kind of gal, dressing up your closet staples without buying a whole new outfit can be a challenge. But hey, there's no need to take the T-shirt out of the mix! With a few tweaks, your favorite comfy top can become the centerpiece of a cute, modern ensemble. You just need to know what to change for each occasion in your life. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/985197/how-to-dress-up-your-favorite-tee Christina Caldwell Fri, 01 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/984755/on-the-go-wrinkle-solutions When your weekday mommy wardrobe mainly consists of jeans and a T-shirt, it's easy to forget that you might actually need to release wrinkles from your dressier clothing. And oh no! Just minutes before you head out the door, you realize your favorite dressy top is filled with frumpy wrinkles. Not to worry. Anyone can manage these handy wrinkle tricks on the fly. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/984755/on-the-go-wrinkle-solutions Christina Caldwell