Chintz. You may have heard it mentioned a few times here and there in articles about upcoming decor trends for 2018 but what exactly is chintz and how exactly do you use it in your home? Elle Decor decreed it was making a comeback in 2015 but we weren’t quite finished with our obsession with white.… Continue reading Using Chintz in your Home Decor
Category: DIY Projects
Canadian Christmas Home Tour
Man, I almost didn’t participate in the Canadian Blogger’s Home Tour hop this year because right in the middle of November my husband and I went on a (kid free!) vacation and let me tell you – when you go on vacation in November, it feels like Christmas is going to pounce on you when… Continue reading Canadian Christmas Home Tour
Craft Room Reveal!
I know, I know I’ve been hinting at sharing this space for eons and I’ve had so many ideas for the craft room. It’s finally ready – or rather, ready enough. There are still some things I want to do in here. I can’t see ever being finished but ultimately, that’s the entire purpose of… Continue reading Craft Room Reveal!
Autumn Flowers – Preserving Cattails for arrangements
When thinking about autumn flowers, most people think of mums, asters and daisies. Adding interest to those typical autumn flower choices are cattails. Put some of these spunky punks into your arrangements for fall. Treated right, they’ll last all year long. Here’s how to preserve cattails for your autumn flower arrangements. You’ll find cattails growing… Continue reading Autumn Flowers – Preserving Cattails for arrangements
A Canadian DIY – The Faux Fireplace
I absolutely adored this front porch decor idea we brought to life for this project! If the opportunity presents itself I will build another faux fireplace because they bring so much character and warmth. It was fantastic year round to decorate for the seasons and every porch needs one! When Ryobi came to me with… Continue reading A Canadian DIY – The Faux Fireplace
A Spring Pillow Free Motion Embroidery Applique
Winter is s l o w l y leaving the North. After a week of -20C or lower temps and a wicked wind chill, the snow is finally softening up and there is water dripping from the roof. Yay! Time to spruce up the house with some springy things! I was in dire need of… Continue reading A Spring Pillow Free Motion Embroidery Applique