http://www.sheknows.com/authors/heather-barnett/articles Thu, 04 Oct 2012 14:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/972623/10-amazing-autumn-beers It's time again for football Sundays and Oktoberfest. If you're looking for the perfect fall beer to serve at your next party, try one of these spicy, citrusy or just plain delicious brews. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/972623/10-amazing-autumn-beers Heather Barnett Thu, 04 Oct 2012 11:33:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/972531/best-pets-for-allergy-sufferers Just because you’re histamine-challenged doesn’t mean you don’t deserve the unwavering love and affection of a pet. If you have allergies, get one of these cuddly pets. http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/972531/best-pets-for-allergy-sufferers Heather Barnett Wed, 03 Oct 2012 08:31:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/972331/magical-pet-names-inspired-by-harry-potter If you refer to V*******t as "He Who Must Not Be Named" in casual conversation, you'll love these Harry Potter-inspired pet names. Whether you have a mammal, reptile or fish, J.K. Rowling has already created the perfect name for your new addition. http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/972331/magical-pet-names-inspired-by-harry-potter Heather Barnett Thu, 27 Sep 2012 07:35:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/971815/how-to-stop-your-puppy-from-chewing-and-more Some puppies have a bad habit of chewing your heels. Others can't stop barking. Make this homemade spray to stop that and more. http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/971815/how-to-stop-your-puppy-from-chewing-and-more Heather Barnett Tue, 18 Sep 2012 13:45:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/971145/easy-payment-solutions-for-small-businesses-freelancers If you work at home or just own your own small business, you’ve probably cringed more than once when a client or customer asked, "do you take credit cards?" The reality is, you can't own a business in today’s world, especially if you work with clients across the nation or around the world, unless you can take a credit card. But it’s important to understand the fee structures, available on-site and mobile technology and drawbacks to each system. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/971145/easy-payment-solutions-for-small-businesses-freelancers Heather Barnett Fri, 14 Sep 2012 16:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970473/how-to-make-a-candle-apple Apples are in season, and it’s way too tempting a purchase at the farmers market. If you buy more apples than you can eat, don’t let them go to waste. Create these cute little apple candles to give your home a seasonal flair. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970473/how-to-make-a-candle-apple Heather Barnett Thu, 06 Sep 2012 07:21:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970329/amazon-locker-the-future-of-delivery Amazon recently announced the service heard 'round the world for online purchasers with day jobs. Amazon Locker allows you to have your Amazon purchases delivered to a public kiosk to avoid the left-on-the-porch scenario when many discovered hundreds of dollars in goods stolen during the winter holidays. Can you benefit from this new technology? http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970329/amazon-locker-the-future-of-delivery Heather Barnett Wed, 05 Sep 2012 03:29:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970039/how-to-make-sock-puppet-dust-buddies It's not easy to get kids invested in keeping the house clean. Get them started early with an easy task like dusting by introducing them to these fun dust-eating sock puppets. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970039/how-to-make-sock-puppet-dust-buddies Heather Barnett Fri, 28 Sep 2012 06:28:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/969349/upcycle-old-living-room-furniture Sometimes, all it takes to make old furniture like new again is a little elbow grease, some creativity and a little help from garage and estate sales. Instead of tossing that old coffee table or end table, upcycle it with a coat of paint and some created, found or purchased art. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/969349/upcycle-old-living-room-furniture Heather Barnett Thu, 16 Aug 2012 15:28:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/968339/do-dogs-feel-guilty Pet owners always swear they can read their babies’ minds. The non-dog-people in the world often scoff, but anyone who owns a dog knows they've seen that familiar reaction: head down, eyes staring remorsefully in your direction. But what do scientists say? http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/968339/do-dogs-feel-guilty Heather Barnett Tue, 14 Aug 2012 11:40:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/968319/newsletters-to-increase-your-financial-savvy You watch Suze Orman religiously. You take the $5 discount on one bill for switching to e-billing. You'll call your cable provider every six months to talk down your rate. You’re a power-saver and proud of it. Sound like you? Then subscribe to these email newsletters. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/968319/newsletters-to-increase-your-financial-savvy Heather Barnett Mon, 13 Aug 2012 05:35:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/967969/special-dry-erase-paint-is-fun-and-functional You can make almost any wall or door a dry-erase board with a special paint. Great for home offices and kids’ rooms, this DIY project will keep your creative juices flowing long after the project is done. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/967969/special-dry-erase-paint-is-fun-and-functional Heather Barnett Thu, 09 Aug 2012 10:49:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/967967/pet-friendly-hotel-chains-us Some of the biggest names in the hotel business in the U.S. are actually pet-friendly. See which hotels you can frequent if you’re traveling with your pet -- they aren’t all as expensive as you think! http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/967967/pet-friendly-hotel-chains-us Heather Barnett Tue, 07 Aug 2012 11:46:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/967695/celebrities-who-love-their-pets We all think we have the cutest dog or cat in the world. Celebrities are no different. They love their fur babies, too! Check out these 10 celebs who love their four-legged friends. http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/967695/celebrities-who-love-their-pets Heather Barnett Tue, 31 Jul 2012 16:36:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/967095/how-to-make-a-lightbulb-vase Out with the old? No way! If you're looking for a clever way to reuse those old incandescent lightbulbs as you switch to newer, more eco-friendly models, try turning those energy-suckers into a beautiful way to enjoy the beauty of nature right in your own home. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/967095/how-to-make-a-lightbulb-vase Heather Barnett Tue, 24 Jul 2012 11:11:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/966405/how-to-make-your-own-custom-iphone-case Whether you're a geek goddess with a flair for style or a glitter pen-wielding craft maven, if you have both an iPhone and the longing for a super-special, one-of-a-kind case, this craft's for you. Check out this simply smart how-to. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/966405/how-to-make-your-own-custom-iphone-case Heather Barnett Thu, 19 Jul 2012 13:26:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/965987/things-you-can-do-with-your-iphone If you’re like most of us, you saw those elegant iPhone ads featuring apps you knew you could use and jumped on the Apple cart faster than you could download Tweetbot. But in true Apple style, there are a multitude of really useful built-in features that aren’t necessarily covered in the phone’s instructions or on the commercials. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/965987/things-you-can-do-with-your-iphone Heather Barnett Fri, 20 Jul 2012 06:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/965735/barbecue-season-gifts-gadgets Cookout season is in full swing and we've put together a list of the best gifts and gadgets for the grill master in your family. Whether you're buying for yourself or a loved one, these grilling accessories are must-haves for the serious outdoor cook. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/965735/barbecue-season-gifts-gadgets Heather Barnett Thu, 12 Jul 2012 13:15:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/965331/savvy-girls-guide-to-vehicle-financing Does the thought of actually stepping onto a dealership's lot give you the shakes? You're not alone. A car is the second largest purchase most people will make in their lifetime. Add to that the unsavory image of the used car salesman, and it's enough to make anyone have a panic attack. But is that image really justified? Or is it a legacy of a bygone era? http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/965331/savvy-girls-guide-to-vehicle-financing Heather Barnett Tue, 10 Jul 2012 08:35:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/965217/fun-functional-outdoor-grills It's the time of year for cookouts with friends and family , which means you may be shopping around for a new grill that looks as good as it works. While your man may be satisfied with whatever he can find at a garage sale, we ladies want our outdoor cooking environments to be as personalized as the kitchen we have indoors. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/965217/fun-functional-outdoor-grills Heather Barnett