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How often should I wash my hair?
This totally depends on how much oil you produce. Everyone will be different! We recommend going as long as possible. If you currently go 2 days, try 3. If you go 5 days, try 6. Give your scalp a month or so to adjust, and then try adding another day. You’ll know when you reach your limit.
How do I wash my hair?
1. Apply your shampoo throughout your entire scalp. Scrub vigorously, with your finger tips (not nails).
2. Run the shampoo gently down through the ends, no need to scrub; the cuticle layer is fragile and this creates unnecessary roughness. Rinse well.
3. Apply your conditioner mid shaft to ends, clip up and keep as long as possible before rinsing. Avoid conditioner on your roots as it will weigh your hair down and make your scalp greasy faster.
4. Rinse well preferable with cool water.
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How can I push wash day longer?
Dry shampoo! Use it once or twice a week, but don’t over do it. Use when your hair starts looking greasy and flat. Tip: On wash day, wear a hat or style your hair in a pony, braid or cute bun. Also, wear it up at night to help your style last.
What shampoo/conditioner should I use?
It depends on your hair type, but look for shampoo and conditioner without parabens or sulfates — they can irritate skin and dry out your hair. Our personal favorite is Kevin Murphy’s Hydrate Wash and Rinse!
What if I have dandruff?
There is a big misconception with dandruff. Dandruff is a condition that a person is born with. It’s a sticky, yellow like substance that smells like sulfur. There is a very small percent of the population that actually has it. Most people have “dry scalp”. Using a dandruff shampoo can actually be a negative, if you don’t need it. Try using a shampoo for hydration, don’t wash as often, and if it gets really bad, try a scalp serum specific for dry scalp.
How many washes should I do?
It depends how often you wash your hair. If you wash every 1-2 days (not that we condone this…lol) only wash your hair 1x or you’ll dry it out. If you wash every 3 days or more, it’s best to wash your hair 2x, to make it as clean as possible so you can hopefully push it more days.
Explain the benefits of a deep conditioner?
Deep conditioners provide 1 of 2 things: They can either add hydration or protein, depending on which one you choose. Protein is great for very damaged hair, to help rebuild the bonds. However, it can also make your hair brittle if you don’t actually need that and/or you use it too often. A hydrating mask is great if you feel your hair is dry, but don’t over do it. Too much hydration can get heavy and weigh your hair down. I suggest using a deep conditioner once every 4 washes or so should be enough to get the results you need.
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LIFESTYLE LETTER
Your Own Style
Welcome to Lehi City Lifestyle’s style issue!
With kids getting back to school and the weather cooling down, we’re taking time to focus on style in all aspects of life. Read through our articles on invisible bead hair extensions by Shanel & Co, blow outs and special occasion hair by ProDo Blow Dry Bar, living in style, creating your home, and much more!
Merriam Webster defines style as “a distinctive quality, form, or type of something.” There’s no right style for homes, clothes, hair, or any other part of life. Finding your own style is an ever-evolving process, so have fun with it! When you love your space and feel beautiful, you’ll have the confidence to tackle everything life throws at you. Enjoy our style issue, and check out our Instagram for even more style tips and community happenings!
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September 2025
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Rapid Relief. Real Change.
Our Ketamine-Assisted Therapy combines the powerful, research-backed effects of ketamine with the guidance of licensed, compassionate mental health professionals.
At Koru Wellness, we’re redefining how people heal from anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma.
Unlike many clinics, we don’t just administer medication—we walk with you through the experience, offering integration therapy, emotional support, and tools for longterm healing. At Koru you are never alone.
Ketamine-Assisted Therapy may help if you’re:
Struggling with depression | Feeling stuck in anxiety or PTSD Seeking relief when other therapies haven’t worked
We also offer foot zoning/reflexology and somatic therapy as part of our integrative care services.
1: Lehi City Arts' Joseph and The Technicolor Dreamcoat 2: Fourth of July fireworks at Thanksgiving Point 3: Rage Fitness's Third Annual Kickball Tournament
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Lehi’s #1 Perimenopause & Menopause Provider
At our clinic, we specialize in personalized hormone therapy tailored to your unique needs. We do all forms of hormone replacement, with Bioidentical pellet therapy being the most popular due to providing the best results with long lasting effects. What Are Bioidentical Hormones? The hormones used in pellet therapy are identical to those naturally produced by the human body. Unlike traditional hormone therapy that uses chemically manufactured products, which are known to have dangerous side effects, these bioidentical hormones are easily accepted and metabolized by the body, eliminating harmful side effects.
Benefits to Hormone Therapy:
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New Business: Clove Staging & Design
Founded by Alex Jorgenson and Stacy Mickelson, Clove Staging & Design specializes in professional home staging. They make homes stand out in a competitive market, primarily partnering with real estate agents and home sellers to stage homes for sale. They also offer interior design services for people looking to reimagine their current home. Whether you're preparing to list your home or simply craving a refreshed space, Clove helps create the space you’ve been dreaming of!
SunSational Home Improvement
Steve Brewer brings his 52 years of experience in engineering, sales, design, and installation, and Melanie Murphy brings 51 years of experience in business finance to SunSational Home Improvement, a family owned and operated business, since 2008. SunSational provides maintenance-free materials and quality installation for patio, louvered cover, sunroom, screen rooms and much more. Just wash with water to clean off debris, keeping the product's long-lasting beauty. "Covering Utah One Home at a Time."
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THE PRODUCT OF Vast Education
SHANEL OF SHANEL & COMPANY ON INVISIBLE BEAD EXTENSIONS®
ARTICLE BY ASHLEY PETERSON | PHOTOGRAPHY BY JESSICA GILBERT
Shanel Moe the owner of Shanel & Company, grew up in Maui, Hawaii, is the youngest of 8, and has always been into fashion and beauty. "It's like I was dropped in my family because they're total islanders. Islanders don't wear makeup. They don't do things in the beauty industry. They’re always on the go. My entire family plays volleyball. We weren't doing anything else but hanging out in the gym. And they're still that way, my siblings. And then, Shanel. And they're like, where did you come from, child?”
Shanel is a self-proclaimed ‘education junkie’. While in school at UVSC (now UVU) for behavioral science with an emphasis in family studies, Shanel worked in the beauty industry, beginning in makeup, and went through beauty schooling in different increments and specialized in everything because she wanted to really know what she was doing, spending focused hours on each aspect of beauty. She gained a thorough education, with lashes, nails, hair, and makeup, differentiating herself from everyone else at the time so customers could come to her for multiple services. Shanel originally specialized in hair color, mastering a specific sandy color for Asian hair. “At one point, I felt like a jack of all trades and a master of none. I was trying to be good at everything, but that’s impossible. So, I narrowed it down to my top three loves: extensions, color, and makeup. Extensions
were something I loved doing since school. I wore them, did them for friends, and I wondered why I stopped. My previous clientele didn’t need extensions—they wanted color, or even less hair. But I always loved it.”
Shanel got certified in Invisible Bead Extensions® in December 2019, and was one of the first 300 people to do so after McKenzie Turley, the inventor of the technique, launched the IBE® certification program in September 2019. At the time, she was teaching at Paul Mitchell Hair & Beauty School. Because they knew she also actively worked behind the chair, her students asked her if she’d heard of new cosmetology techniques and developments. A few of her students told her about IBE®.
“I started researching, and it addressed the issues I had with extensions—too much tension on the scalp, visible beads, poor results. I started following the creator, and loved the community and the values behind the brand.”
“We’re not hiding damage—we’re preventing it. We’re making the real hair healthier so the extensions look even better.” Shanel herself has tested all the popular hair extension methods. “This one is the most versatile—ponytails, buns, whatever. It hides well. It feels light. My scalp feels good. My hair grew. It really is the whole package.”
Shanel’s vast experience in the beauty industry proves that her faith in the IBE® technique is warranted.
"At the end of the day, it’s the stories, the people, the connections— that’s why I do what I do."
— Shanel Moe
The IBE® technique is all about scalp and natural hair health, comfort, wearability, client-first thinking, and seamless, natural-looking results. The goal isn’t to make someone dependent on extensions—it’s to restore confidence, whether or not the client chooses to continue wearing extensions.
“The method is just that good.” Shanel is now a platform artist, one of only 42 people out of the more than 5,000 people certified in IBE®.
“What’s even more powerful is how this work helps people — cancer survivors, women with hair loss, people who’ve struggled for years. Extensions give them confidence. I’ve had clients cry in the chair because they finally feel beautiful again. Watching that transformation in people, watching self-love take hold in real time?
That’s what makes this job so powerful. It hits your soul. And when my feet hurt, when my back aches, when I feel too old to hold a blow dryer— those are the moments I remind myself: I get to do this. What a blessing. At the end of the day, it’s the stories, the people, the connections — that’s why I do what I do.”
LIVING STYLE in
THE INTERSECTION OF FASHION AND HOME
ARTICLE BY TYLER AMADEUS | PHOTOGRAPHY BY ADRIEN KING AND ALEC WALWORTH
INthis unexpected love affair, fashion and interiors are more than just a simple pairing—they are rooted in culture, creativity, and the human desire for self-expression.
As conscious consumers of the 21st century, participating in a retail landscape that is oversaturated and struggling to adapt to the ever-changing demands of the modern customer, our purchasing power should not only respond to a feeling of want but also prioritize items that reflect who we are and who we aspire to be. This is clearly visible through the representation of fashion and interiors.
Although we tend to consider cost-per-wear primarily when it comes to clothing, this same principle applies to furniture and the function it brings to the
home. Aesthetics and functionality both play a role in this pairing, painting a picture for the rest of the world of who the wearer is and how they live in their space.
The woman who wears a blazer with sharp shoulders that makes her feel powerful in her everyday life—or the black dress that gives her a necessary boost of confidence—may naturally gravitate toward sleek, modern furniture that feels equally strong and elevates the space where the modern woman thrives.
In the same way, someone who prefers an effortless ensemble—like their favorite white T-shirt and comfortable denim jeans—may also look for home pieces that are functional and make their guests feel at ease. Even a handmade rug, one that CONTINUED >
“JUST AS WE CAREFULLY CHOOSE OUTFITS TO EXPRESS OURSELVES, IT’S EQUALLY IMPORTANT TO ENSURE THAT OUR LIVING SPACES ARE DESIGNED WITH THE SAME INTENTION.”
sparks conversation about where it was found and adds a focal point to a room, mirrors how we search our closets for a sweater tied to a cherished memory.
Just as we carefully choose outfits to express ourselves, it’s equally important to ensure that our living spaces are designed with the same intention. More than ever, modern buyers are making purchasing decisions based on personal morals and values, forming a new wave of consumers who seek products that are both high-quality and environmentally or socially conscious, whether for themselves or their homes.
The following imagery affirms that living a timeless lifestyle across all aspects of life is possible through the thoughtful styling of sustainable clothing and vintage furniture. As the modern retail landscape continues to evolve, it’s become increasingly vital to make conscious consumer choices—ones that allow us to express our truest selves through both our wardrobes and the places we call home.
What is PLUNJ?
YOUR FIRST SESSION
Your journey begins when you arrive at PLUNJ, where we create a serene space for your experience. First, you’ll receive an informative session about the facilities and the practice itself.
We’ll guide you through the Hot Cold Rest Repeat Regimen, a structured approach to maximize the benefits of contrast therapy. You’ll have the opportunity to practice it under our expert guidance, ensuring you get the most out of your session.
BENEFITS
Regular cold plunge and sauna use offers several key benefits, including:
Improved Circulation: Boosts cardiovascular health and enhances blood flow.
Stress Reduction: Promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and eases muscle tension.
Detoxification: Helps eliminate toxins, supporting overall well-being.
Muscle Recovery: Relieves soreness and aids in post-workout recovery.
Enhanced Skin Health: Promotes a healthy complexion and skin rejuvenation.
ART DIRECTION
Amy Appleton
STYLING
Tyler Amadeus
MODELS
Amy Appleton and Elena Weber
SOMETHING FROM NOTHING
ARTICLE BY ASHLEY PETERSON PHOTOGRAPHY BY JESSICA GILBERT
ProDo Blow Dry Bar is a positive, welcoming environment, full of kind-hearted hairstylists and customers. That all stems from the founder and CEO, Jennifer Johnson, who has
Jen Johnson’s Journey to Opening ProDo
"I fell asleep at my kitchen table more times than I can count. I did hair on the side just to feed my kids."
led with love from the beginning of ProDo’s journey. Jen had been a hairstylist for 15 years, and learned what it took to get a customer back in the door, to get them talking about you. “I really captured what it takes to make a customer happy. Later, with ProDo, I was able to apply that.”
13 years ago, ProDo Draper was Utah’s first blow dry bar, and each location has continued to raise the bar for service, quality, and care. Jen strives to create a space that people leave feeling better than when they walked in and want to come back to, and that begins with the staff. “We hire smiles and train the rest. You can teach skill, but not personality. We want positive people who lift the team. I worked at a salon that was toxic—so much gossip, I’d leave in tears. I’m grateful for that experience because it taught me exactly what I don’t want for my company. ProDo is a place where people feel loved and cared for. It’s not easy in
an industry that can be catty. But our environment is positive because we intentionally keep it that way.” Jen started ProDo soon after going through a divorce. “I was a broke, single mom when I started this business. I had no help with my kids. No money. I maxed out credit cards. I got an SBA loan. I literally bootstrapped the whole thing.” Jen wanted to provide for herself and her sons and not rely on anyone. She felt guilty sometimes for bringing her two little boys with her everywhere when getting ProDo off the ground, and not being able to afford football or be the ‘typical mom’. “But they got to watch their mom build something from nothing.”
Her oldest son has been working at ProDo since he was 13, starting with scanning and shredding, then learning QuickBooks and answering phones, and her youngest son has always been an entrepreneur at heart, showing that they both had a valuable experience joining Jen on her business journey.
A client told her about a salon in Arizona where they only wash and style hair, and Jen said she knew it was her calling–“the angels were singing, a beam of light was shining down.” She immediately checked out library books on how to start an LLC, business finance, and how to be a leader. “It wasn’t easy. I fell asleep at my kitchen table more times than I can count. I didn’t pay myself for three years. I did hair on the side just to feed my kids and keep a roof over our heads.”
Lehi is the third ProDo location, located on Traverse Mountain. When asked about the future of ProDo, Jen said “I’ve always been growthminded, though I’m known for being super secretive until I’m ready to announce something.” ProDo recently launched special occasion hairstyling, and their stylists even go onsite for events. The positive environment of ProDo makes the guests feel like family to the stylists. “Some are like second moms, best friends, or even grandma figures. They come in every week. They bring gifts. They ask about trips. They know each other.” Jen’s inspiring story and intentionality makes ProDo more than just a hair salon–it’s a place you’ll leave feeling beautiful and appreciated.
Did you know that Lehi and Saratoga Springs are the two fastest growing cities in the state of Utah?
These coveted communities continue to attract new homebuyers from across the nation and the world. Living near a tech hub (The Silicon Slopes) and the proximity to our beautiful mountains and Utah Lake will always be on top of the list for buyers.
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As a local resident, area expert, and TV host for Utah’s Real Estate Essentials on ABC4, Telemundo, and HuluI welcome the opportunity to work with you.
CREATING YOUR HOME
PHOTOGRAPHY BY EMILY JOHN
The art of styling your home.
Home styling is more than space planning and staging - the most important part of the discovery is you. It’s personal. It’s about learning what brings you joy, sourcing and coordinating the things you love, and arranging them in a way that functions beautifully, looks stylish, and, most importantly, feels like home.
When it comes to styling your home, Sandy Mahoney from Create Home, a curated home store, encourages you to keep in mind these three simple things:
FAVORITES
“Some people don’t recognize their own favorites,” says Sandy. “We have a job to find what favorites work.” She understands that people know what they like generally but can struggle to pull those things into their home. Incorporating a client’s favorite aspects into a design, even small things like an antique clock, a gift from a family member, or a piece of art that they love, are what turns a space into a home.
COLLABORATION
More than knowledge of home decoration, architecture, and style, a big part of an interior designer is simply pushing people out of their comfort zones. “Stylists get people to think about something they haven’t thought about before,” Sandy explains. “Crafting ideas between the expertise of the designer and preferences of the client produce better ideas than any single party could come up with on their own.”
STYLING
Sandy laughs when pressed about styling. “I mean, we don’t cut our own hair,” she remarks. Her point here is that home stylists, like hair stylists, have a specific area of expertise. They enhance the function of space, solve challenges, and have a wealth of experience to draw from. They know how to build rooms around clients’ preferences while still creating an aesthetic space they know the client will love.
PRO-TIP:
When using a neutral palette combine texture and contrast to create a softer look that feels like home.
Weaving some of everyone’s favorite things into the design process creates a connection to the space and your home.
An important aspect of designing a home for the whole family is getting input from everyone. “If each person is involved, even in a small way, it creates a different connection to your home,” says Sandy. She adds that there are a lot of ways to involve every member of the family, from letting them add to specific rooms to simply including some of their favorites around the house. “We’ve had kids come paint part of the walls in their room with their favorite color to let them feel like they’re part of the process.” However, Sandy ensures that everything comes together in the end. “Don’t worry, we always re-paint.”
Sandra Mahoney, founder of Create Home in Excelsior, MN, has been sought out by clients and followers for her artful, eclectic design and keen ability to create home collections. As a real estate broker, interior designer, and home builder, Sandy loves helping people. For years, she has helped many find and design their homes.
PROTEIN SHAKES THAT TASTE LIKE A TREAT
ARTICLE BY ASHLEY PETERSON | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED
Patrice Worlton
Spotlight on a Beloved Educator and Administrator
Patrice Worlton, the administrator at Dry Creek Elementary School, got into education because she loves kids. “I like to know that working with children is helping the overall lifestyle in our world.” Patrice grew up in Sandy, Utah, and graduated from Alta High School in the Jordan School District. She moved to Utah County about 25 years ago and, when her youngest son was in fourth grade, went to Utah Valley University, where she received her bachelor’s degree in education. Five years into teaching, she decided she wanted to be an administrator, and attended Utah State
Left, Patrice Worlton
University for her masters degree. She taught at Harvest Elementary for nine years, then worked as the assistant principal for three years. She moved to Dry Creek Elementary as the assistant principal and, a year later, became the principal. The 2025-2026 school year will be her tenth year at Dry Creek.
Patrice remembers her fifth grade teacher as engaging and fun, and his teaching style was impactful on all his students. Patrice remembers hearing him read Where The Red Fern Grows out loud, and that she cried when he reached the sad part. His influence inspired her to want to be a really good teacher. Some of her favorite memories from her time as an educator is when she sees kids suddenly understand something. “It’s just so exciting to see the light turn on.”
Patrice keeps things fun at her school with Popcorn Fridays for the staff, themed Halloween costumes (last year they did Top Gun, which the kids loved!), outdoor lunches with individual classes, Christmas singing assemblies, first day balloon arches, and more. “The more connections that I have with the kids, the more they’ll like school and want to come back.”
Patrice loves helping kids navigate through challenges and overcome their difficulties. “Kids can have a really hard time. So I want to help them not only academically, but socially and emotionally as well. It makes my job so rewarding.” Patrice shows her students, teachers, staff and parents how much she cares about them and their growth, and the positive impact is apparent. “Schools are a great place to be, and the reason that people are in the schools is because they want to be the best for kids and the community.” Show some love to your favorite educators in your life, because they work so hard and care for our future!
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From a Moment to a Movement
HOW A LEHI MAN IS INSPIRING THE COMMUNITY TO OPEN UP ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH
Joe Tuia'ana of Lehi is on a mission to help men share their hurts and challenges, all while finding validation and connection through shared experiences. Tuia'ana is CEO of the “I Love You Bro Project,” a 501(c) (3) dedicated to addressing men's mental health, suicide prevention and ongoing personal development through evidence-based programming.
The program started in 2022, shortly after Tuia'ana stopped a man from taking his own life by jumping off an overpass near Lehi High School. Tuia'ana described the effort as “loving the man off the ledge” all by using four simple words “I Love You Bro.” The two men stayed in contact, but Tuia'ana felt inspired to help the man seek out resources that could be beneficial. “We found out through a Google search that there was very limited to literally nothing specifically for men's mental health,” Tuia'ana said.
Determined to break the stigma surrounding mental health, and inspire more conversations to help men confront their emotional challenges, Tuia'ana formed a
weekly support group in Provo, and quickly expanded to several other locations. From there, the “I Love You Bro” project was officially born. “By the end of this year, we'll have 10 weekly support groups throughout the state of Utah, which is our fundamental Keystone program of what we do. That's just creating space for men to open up a little bit,” Tuia'ana said.
Support group meetings are held in Salt Lake City, West Jordan, Lehi, Pleasant Grove, Provo and Spanish Fork. Currently, the Lehi group meetings on Wednesday nights at Koru Wellness have the largest attendance. “We have 12 to 14 guys there every week consistently,” Tuia'ana said.
According to the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, men are less likely to seek help for their mental health. "I think everyone is connected to suicide in some way, but very few are connected to how bad it is," Tuia'ana said. The statistics also underscore why the organization is so important, because it allows men to be vulnerable about their feelings, and receive
support and help in a space where others are dealing with the challenges.
For Tuia'ana, who still holds down a fulltime job aside from “I Love You Bro” and is raising three daughters, his passion to unite men in a compassionate and supportive environment is having an impact across Utah. Tuia'ana says over the past three years, roughly 1,300 men have visited their support groups. He adds that they have a 76% retention rate, meaning that once someone attends one of their support group meetings, they’ll likely come back.
Tuia'ana’s efforts are also being noticed by national organizations. “I Love You Bro” has been recognized by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and more recently, Tuia'ana was awarded as a nationally credentialed Honorary Interfaith Chaplain from the World Spiritual Health Organization for his work in suicide prevention and intervention.
Tuia’ana invites community members who want to get involved with the project to attend their weekly meetings; he says financial donations are also welcome. Tuia’ana expressed his gratitude to Emilee Krupa and the team at Koru Wellness for all of their support in providing space for the weekly support group meetings since April. “We would not be able to do the work we're doing in Lehi without their help, without them volunteering and donating the space that they give us every Wednesday,” he said. Classes at Koru Wellness happen each Wednesday from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. at 3130 W. Maple Loop Drive. Visit www.iloveyoubroproject.org for more information.
INTERIOR STYLING
ARTICLE BY LEANN PARKER
Have you ever pieced together an outfit for a special event or placed a collection of items on a shelf and then stood back and found that the pieces you pulled together totally worked or completely did not work? I used to think that I either needed a whole lot of talent or a bit of luck when it came to styling something beautifully. Turns out, there is no talent or luck about it at all. It all starts with a math formula. This formula is known as The Golden Ratio of 1.618. Discovered in the ancient world by mathematicians, this pattern can be found all over in the world of nature. This ratio creates patterns that can be found on the spines of a pinecone, seeds on a sunflower head, spirals on seashells, even the human form, to name only a few. And our eyes love to see it. Why our eyes like this particular pattern may remain a mystery but how to achieve it is no mystery at all. Fashion designers, interior designers, architects, photographers and artists have all been using this formula for centuries in order to achieve visually appealing compositions. And so can you!
LET’S MAKE A VIGNETTE!
In interior styling, a vignette is a small, curated collection of objects grouped together to create a smaller picture within a larger space in a room. Chances are, at some point you’ve put together a vignette without knowing it was one. What makes the difference between a purposefully styled vignette and a cluttered collection is all in the composition. The composition is most appealing when this amazing Golden Ratio is applied.
To get started on styling a vignette, first decide on the space you’ll place it. It could be an empty shelf, bedside table, or coffee table. Next, collect a few of your very favorite things that could be styled there. These objects could be a few books, a vase with flowers, a candle, a small clock, a plant, a few apples, the list is endless. Now that you have your space and objects to style, it’s time to assemble your vignette.
GET IN LINE!
Where To Place Objects
In grid form, the Golden Ratio shows designers exactly where to place the most important objects in the composition for the greatest visual appeal. Known as Phi, this grid splits the space that you’re working with into thirds vertically and horizontally. Place the most important objects on the correlation grid lines. Even better, place on the points where the lines intersect. This will be more appealing to the eye than if the important objects are in the center of the frame or far to the sides.
FOLLOW THE FLOWERS
How
many objects to use
In number form, the Golden Ratio helps us to know how many items to use when styling a vignette. This form is known as the Fibonacci Sequence (0, 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34, etc.). The sequence grows as it adds together the prior two numbers to get a new number (for example, 3+5=8 and 5+8=13, etc) and repeats. Amazingly, all the numbers that you achieve by doing this are the exact same numbers of petals that are found on flowers. How amazing is that! To apply to styling a vignette, choose a number in the Fibonacci Sequence for the number of items you will use to style. Typically 3 or 5 objects work great for small vignettes.
STEP DOWN OR TRIANGLE
What
shape to create
The eye loves to see odd numbers. Odd numbers stop our brain from categorizing items into pairs which are less visually interesting. When styling a vignette, build a triangle shape of 3 points with the objects you are styling. To achieve this, vary the heights of objects to make a stepping down effect. If your items are of similar height then use books or a small object to lift one higher so that it appears taller than the others. To start, place the tallest piece in the back, medium piece in front and slightly to the side of the tall piece, then the smallest piece in front to create a stepping down effect. The Golden Triangle has angles of 72 and 36 degrees but any triangle here will do!
I hope you have fun creating your vignette and share them with me over on IG @SilvertoothHome . You can also visit me at my website SilvertoothHome.com . I’m excited for you to check it out and learn more with me there!
A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS SEPTEMBER 2025
events
SEPTEMBER 1ST
Heritage Day
Lehi Legacy Center | 2:30 PM
Lehi Heritage Day is an annual event celebrating Lehi's history and honoring individuals making a difference today. This year's theme is Quilts and Cowboys, and celebrations include a parade from Wines Park to the legacy center, an honoree celebration and meet-andgreet, themed exhibits and activities, and a classic car and bike show.
SEPTEMBER 1ST
Labor Day Luau
Ashton Gardens | 6:00 PM
Bring your ohana to the annual Labor Day Luau in the Ashton Gardens! Get a taste of the tropics with a Hawaiian-inspired dinner, featuring a stunning spread of Kalua pork, Teriyaki chicken, and more. Watch exciting performances featuring authentic Pacific Island dances and traditional stories, transporting you to the beaches of ancient kings and queens. Reserve your spot today!
SEPTEMBER 4TH - 6TH
Timpanogos Storytelling Festival
Ashton Gardens
Drawing an audience of thousands each year, the Timpanogos Storytelling Festival has become the largest storytelling festival in the western United States, with dynamic performers relating tales of history, culture, folk, and family life. Professional storytellers gather with listeners both young and old for multi-day celebrations of story, music, and merriment.
SEPTEMBER 6TH
Big Dig Utah
Mountainland Applied Technology College | 10:00 AM
Big Dig Utah is a family-friendly large equipment festival benefiting the American Cancer Society and pediatric cancer research. Big Dig Utah gives adults and children, including cancer patients and survivors, the opportunity to operate large construction equipment, including excavators, scissor lifts, and more! The 2024 Big Dig event raised over $100,000 for pediatric cancer research.
SEPTEMBER 6TH
Utah Brazilian Festival
University Place Orem / 12:00 PM
The Brazilian Festival began in 2005 with a small group of friends eager to celebrate their heritage and share it with the community that embraced them and has since become a greatly anticipated tradition. Enjoy a great day of Brazilian food and entertainment!
SEPTEMBER 12TH & 13TH
Garden of Quilts
Ashton Gardens | 9:00 AM
Learn new skills in classes taught by expert quilters, make new friends at exciting social events, including leisurely afternoon tea times and an immersive vendor marketplace, and enjoy a breathtaking outdoor exhibit with hundreds of colorful quilts displayed alongside vibrant flowers and lush greenery.
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