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Thick cable-knit scarves are great to keep the cold out while still looking fashionable.

Stay chic, warm with accessories

By Aymie Telinski | December 3, 2013

The weather outside might be frightful, but your accessories don’t have to be. Students can stay warm and chic this month with these trendy pieces.ScarvesEven though people wear scarves all year round, summer ones are limited to the thin and not-really-doing-anything-except-looking-cute...

Enjoy Thanksgiving movies, TV episodes

By Aymie Telinski | November 25, 2013

Whether recovering from a huge meal or avoiding setting the table, these movies and shows are perfect for Thanksgiving.“Planes, Trains and Automobiles”Steve Martin and John Candy are a hilarious Thanksgiving duo. This movie is about Martin’s character,...

Get creative with cellphone case design

Get creative with cellphone case design

By Aymie Telinski | November 19, 2013

Finding the right cellphone case is a difficult task. Instead of spending hours looking at stores or online, create your own in 15 minutes.Some of the easier DIY designs for cellphone cases involve gluing small materials — rhinestones, jewels and studs...

Similar ‘Project’ and ‘New Girl’ have separate strengths

By Aymie Telinski | November 17, 2013

As “New Girl” struggles to keep up with the growing “The Mindy Project” this season, I’m curious which is the better show.Both Fox comedies have a similar plot, with the protagonist being a working women in her 30s who has a shaky personal life....

Cook up crab rangoons for parties

Cook up crab rangoons for parties

By Aymie Telinski | November 17, 2013

Crab rangoons are my favorite snacks to bring to parties or small get-togethers. This delicious appetizer isn’t too difficult to make.What you’ll need:- 3/4 cup of crab — I used imitation crab meat because it makes the recipe much easier.- 3 ounces...

Pryor’s ‘Slitter’ shows strength

By Aymie Telinski | November 14, 2013

Indie rock singer and guitarist Matt Pryor’s “Wrist Slitter” combines easy rhythms with thought-provoking lyrics.Originally from 90’s indie group the Get Up Kids, Pryor continues to progress as a musician with his fourth studio album.“The House...

Blazers, flowing tops prove stylish for winter concerts

By Aymie Telinski | November 12, 2013

Cold weather shouldn’t be an excuse to not dress right at the next concert you attend.Most students who wear sweatshirts to local shows rely on function over fashion. Have no fear: These trendy tips will put you at center stage at the next show.One...

‘Vanderpump Rules’ new season serves up drama

By Aymie Telinski | November 6, 2013

Bravo’s “Vanderpump Rules” has returned for a dramatic season of fighting, cheating and competing to be the hottest waitress.“Vanderpump Rules” is a spin-off of “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” and its second season premiered Monday....

Netflix gets bloody for Halloween

Netflix gets bloody for Halloween

By Aymie Telinski | October 29, 2013

Netflix’s Halloween movie options bring the biggest scares to the smallest screens.“Scream”This classic Halloween movie is hilarious and has a range of odd characters, including a masked man and Drew Barrymore with weird blonde hair.Even though...

Create costumes from closet

By Aymie Telinski | October 28, 2013

Finding a Halloween costume should be as easy as opening your closet door.Consider these creative closet costumes instead of spending hours shopping for one.“Risky Business”Tom Cruise inspired this iconic and funny look 30 years ago.The costume requires...

‘Two of a Crime’ an adorable love album

By Aymie Telinski | October 27, 2013

Indie rock duo Perma’s new album “Two of a Crime” is adorable and made my heart melt.Say Anything frontman Max Bemis and wife Sherri Dupree, lead singer of Eisley, join forces in Perma. Their 11-song “Two of a Crime” leaves listeners smiling...

Bravo’s hilarious ‘People’s Couch’ canceled too soon

By Aymie Telinski | October 20, 2013

Bravo should reupholster the short-lived “The People’s Couch” because viewers connected to the taped show-watchers.Producers of “The People’s Couch” turn the camera to the viewers and film their reactions while watching TV shows. It is based...