Spring and Easter go hand-in-hand with one another. So, amidst all of the Easter baking and crafting, if you’re looking to spruce up your home without bombarding it with bunny sculptures and baby chicks, then look no further. Below are some doable design swaps to get your home looking fresh for … [Read more...]
The 10 Latest Cottage Season Must-Haves
For those of you who are fortunate enough to have a summer retreat (where's my invite?), it may be time to consider what needs a refresh to take you through the season of lots of relaxing and entertaining. Cottaging is definitely a favourite Canadian past-time and one that friends and family want to … [Read more...]
A Broom Closet Re-Haul With Command™ Brand
My husband and I are just in the final stages of a whole-house renovation, which included a brand new kitchen. Coming from our fairly small, badly-laid out previous kitchen, I was insistent on trying to make better use of the space. One of the items on my wish list? A broom closet where I could … [Read more...]
5 Tips For Creating The Perfect Gallery Wall
I'm staring at my wall with one painting hanging on it. I know there's something missing and then it hits me: I should create my own little gallery with a bunch of different framed pieces. A collage of memories that is modern in feel that I often see in home decor magazines. But I admit that I'm … [Read more...]
What To See At The Interior Design Show #IDS15
Spring is just around the corner, I promise! But while we wait, you'll can check out the Interior Design Show, January 22-25, 2015 at the Metro Convention Centre. Under one massive roof you'll discover the latest in home design trends, decor, technology and innovations for all corners of your home. … [Read more...]
An Easy “Bubbly” New Year’s Eve Party For Kids
New Year’s Eve with kids is tough. I’m not sure if I can stay up until midnight, and I definitely do not want my kids to be awake that long. So this year, I’m having a Bubbly New Year’s party, and we are counting down to noon. Because that’s how I roll. Here are my ideas for some easy decorations … [Read more...]
Watch This: Canadian Tire Brings Holiday Cheer To Children’s Hospitals
December always warms my heart. Ever since I was little, Christmas has been something to look forward to. Family traditions of gingerbread houses, decorating trees and wondering what to leave out for Santa are always a must. But seeing all the twinkling lights when we take our evening walks in the … [Read more...]
Holiday Gifts You Should Get Moving On NOW
Now that it's November, I've got to seriously buckle down and start getting to my holiday list. There are some amazingly creative gifts that require some advance ordering to meet your deadlines before the holiday crush. Plus, hey, I like to spread out my holiday spending budget and not get one … [Read more...]
On A Personal Note
I was wandering around one of our many interesting neighbourhoods here in Toronto the other day. One that has great little shops and restaurants that are filled in the summer months, when I realized that one of my favourite paper shops had disappeared. It was one that I would find pretty cards and … [Read more...]
Island Style
The Caribbean islands are often a choice destination for winter getaways for us. The moment we step off that plane and smell the ocean air is intoxicating. The sight of the blue waters and sandy beaches instantaneous lifts a heavy weight off my shoulders. I can close my eyes now and see the palm … [Read more...]
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