Kids & Family - June 14, 2006
Henna "tattoos" adorn expanding tummies
While some women prefer tent-ish tops during pregnancy to hide "the bump," other moms-to-be don't mind the expanding waistline in the least -- and in some cases, even celebrate it with henna "tattoos."
Tags: henna, tattoos, baby shower

Kids & Family - May 26, 2006
Expectant moms shimmy it up with prenatal belly dancing
Starting in June, Destination Maternity, 16010 W. Bluemound Rd., will offer a funky and fun exercise alternative for moms-to-be: prenatal belly dancing. Don't hide that belly; flaunt it!
Tags: Destination maternity, belly dancing, henna

Marketplace - Nov. 29, 2005
Belacards merge ancient Mehndi and modern symbols
Traditionally, Mehndi -- a paste made from the finely ground leaves of the henna plant -- is applied to the skin in intricate patterns to mark special events, but Bela Roongta Eitel took it a step further and created Belacards and Belatees.
Tags: Bela Eitel, henna, cards, Mike Eitel, belacards, trocadero, balzac, redlight, hi-hat, nomad, belatees

Milwaukee Buzz - Aug. 18, 2004
Milwaukeeans covet henna tattoos
This summer, henna tattoos are popular with festival goers who appreciate the fact they're temporary and affordable. Learn more about the ancient art and meet a local henna artist in this OMC exclusive article.
Tags: Mantra, tattoo, yoga, festival, henna

Living - April 2, 2009
The Art of Mehndi with Bela Eitel
When I started researching the art of Mehndi, I was looking for something decorative to wear on my arm. I found a piece of jewelry that satiated that search but what I was looking for was true wearable artwork. When friend Mike Eitel, wife Bela and I were emailing each other a while back, I notic...
Tags: Bela Eitel, Mike Eitel, Henna, Mehndi, belatees