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How to Propagate Monstera Plants
You may have heard that it’s really easy to propagate monstera plants, but there’s a little trick to it that will make all the difference in how successful you are! I bought a big monstera plant a few months ago and I just love that thing. I’ve even been cutting a few stems off of […]
Where to Shop for Classic Home Decor in Canada
Purveyors of classic home decor are becoming easier and easier to find, but most of my favourites have always been American stores, which often don’t ship to Canada, so I did a little research. Here’s where to shop for classic home decor in Canada! If you’re from Canada, online shopping can sometimes be an exercise […]
My New Naturalized Meadow Garden – Step One
In today’s post I’ll share how we’ve started the process of creating a naturalized meadow garden in one small section of our property – something we’ve always wanted to do! We have a really weirdly-shaped property, something that I think most people would really not like, but it’s actually something that really attracted me to […]
Plant-Based Crab Cakes
You might even like these plant-based crab cakes better than the real deal! Cleverly made with chickpeas and artichoke hearts! I think I may have found a favourite new summertime recipe here. I first started making my own crab cakes about ten years ago because they were just one of those things that I’d always […]
How to Keep Cut Lilacs From Wilting
With a few clever tricks, you can keep cut lilacs from wilting so you can enjoy them in your home for longer! Well, for as long as the season lasts at least! 🙂 Lilac season is here in our little corner of the world and, needless to say, it’s the best. We have a huge […]
Classic Porch Furniture That You’ll Keep for a Lifetime
Outdoor furniture can really take a beating with temperature and humidity changes, as well as exposure to the sun all day long. Here are some classic porch furniture pieces that will stand the test of time – both in their durability and their style! I had originally intended to buy furniture for our porch as […]
How to Style an Outdoor Coffee Table
Just some thoughts on setting up an outdoor coffee table that’s both pretty to look at and functional! These ideas should keep you from having to run out to your porch to bring everything in every single time it rains this summer! Similar: Spongeware Pitcher | Galvanized Tray (actually, it’s nicer. Great price.)| Gingham Pillows: Fancy […]
How to Make a Faux Fiddle Leaf Fig Look Not Terrible
A faux fiddle leaf fig tree can add a good dose of no-maintenance greenery to your home, but they can be a little tricky to get right. Here are my tips! So, I picked up this faux fiddle leaf fig a couple of years ago, thinking it would be a great solution for a darkish […]
Kitchen Organization Essentials That Will Stand the Test of Time
New kitchen organization gadgets are coming out all the time, but the ones that really make your life easier are the ones that you buy once and keep for a lifetime because they just work. Here are some of my favourite kitchen organization essentials! I don’t know exactly why, but I find myself feeling very […]
Another Little Fireplace Update
More progress to report to you today with the fireplace project! Progress hasn’t been quick by any means, but we’re still moving forward and that’s something to celebrate. 🙂 I have to say I’m really really pleased with how this fireplace project is coming along. We’ve been working at it very slowly, only when the […]
