Make your own Christmas Village tree!
There’s something about a miniature Christmas village all lit up. Maybe it’s a fantasy world we all dream of, maybe it’s how we imagine Christmas should be? The only problem is that as your little town grows, so does the space needed to display it all… until now. A friend recently asked if I could […]
Are vacuum/mops really worth the hype? Bissell CrossWave review
This is NOT a sponsored post. I purchased the Bissell CrossWave myself after reviewing customer comments on the Bissell site and Amazon.ca. I’m sharing this article in case you are on the fence about the effectiveness of vacuum/mops for your home. If you follow the blog, or even just glance at my homepage, you’re going […]
Make your own Christmas centrepiece
This simple Christmas centrepiece can be styled so many ways. I’ve gone with greenery and pinecones, but you could easily swap them out for ornaments, small gifts, or even candies! This beautiful Christmas vignette is created with a few items that you might have around your home, or that you could easily find at your […]
My DIY Pantry Makeover
Tired of organizing, re-organizing, packaging, containerizing and re-containerizing your pantry? I was, and I did all of those things – several times – over the years. I finally bit the bullet and decided I was going to DIY a pantry makeover that *should keep things neat and organized from now on. If video is your […]
How to deep-clean area rugs like the professionals
If you have rugs and pets, kids, or feet – then you likely have dirt and stains. Today I’ll show you how to deep-clean area rugs like the professionals (without the professional price tag). Did you know I’m a foster mom? Perhaps not as noble as a foster parent to children, but an equally necessary […]
It’s time – this is your Fall Yard Work Checklist
With “Sweater weather” (said in my best SNL voice), warm soups and cozy fires comes the annual Autumn clean-up. This is your Fall yard work checklist and a great tip to make it easier and faster. Have the leaves started coming down where you live? I’ve heard that certain parts of Canada have seen their […]
Simple Halloween crows made from scrap wood
Got milk scraps? I have a simple and adorably spooky craft for you today; Halloween crows! A small scrap of wood, a bit of wire and some paint are all you need to bring some Hallowe’en into your decor. I was looking for ideas to use up some scrap wood the other day – I […]