Holiday Decorating
The big day is just around the corner! Last year was all about the White Christmas for decorating but this year, everything is going red and plaid. Here are some charming ideas to inspire you with finishing off decking your halls! By the way, did you know that Canadian’s will send 540,000 tonnes of wrapping paper […]
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5 Tips to Make Your Christmas Tree Look Amazing
1. Get a big, real, glorious tree. You can’t beat that smell and Christmas is about memories and traditions and nothing conjures up the memory of happy Christmas pasts faster than the smell of a real tree. And if you live in Toronto, you are in luck! The 125th Toronto Scout Group will be selling trees […]
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What Does Your Front Door Colour Say About You?
Painting your door is much more common in Europe but the trend is catching on here. Coloured doors can be absolutely gorgeous. Maybe if there is a colour you love, try a back garden door first! London, England’s Estate Agents Marsh & Parsons teamed up with Pantone to research what your choice of front door colour […]
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Rustic Cottage Style
I’ve been lucky enough to visit some wonderful cottages this year. I’ve been dreaming and saving for one of our very own. Even though the sleek modern ones are gorgeous, my heart secretly years for someplace rustic and cozy. Here are some gorgeous images to get you thinking about what you’d like. There are still […]
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Happy World Book Day – Gorgeous Home Libraries
Hope you had a wonderful world book day! What are you reading? Here is some inspiration for you to plan your dream library, along with some fun quotes.
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Decorating on a budget
How to make your place look like a million bucks when you are saving pennies. Here are some ideas to get your creativity flowing:
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Decorating for Thanksgiving
Oh my gosh! Thankgiving is tomorrow!! I don’t know what happened but the big day has snuck up upon me yet again! We are having family over and I haven’t even unpacked our fall decorations! Plus we are making 4 pies! Fall is one of my favourite times of year. I married my best friend […]
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Best Return on Investment for Renovations
It’s almost back-to-school time (Woo hoo! Oh, did I say that out loud?). For those who are thinking of selling this fall, it’s also time to think about what renovations to do to get ready to sell. Remodelling’s Cost vs. Value Report in the States comes out every year. For 2015, steel entry door replacement […]
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Getting your Garden Ready for Spring
March break is coming to a close and it’s back to reality. Happily, tomorrow is officially the first day of spring and it shows signs of finally appearing. Easter comes early this year too. The Bunny himself is due on April 5th, so it’s time to start getting your garden ready for him. Here are some tips to […]
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Getting Your Home Ready for Fall
Fall is one of my favourite times of the year. Back-to-school, trees turning gorgeous colours, big piles of crunchy leaves perfect for jumping in, Thanksgiving and Halloween! Now is the perfect time to prepare your home while the weather is still nice. 1. Clean Your Gutters They should be cleaned every fall to prevent clogs and […]
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