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THRIFTING 101: THRIFT STORE SCORES / 02
Did you have a good weekend? Do any thrifty hunting? I did. I picked up a fabulous vintage serving tray and when I brought it home I realized that I had quite the collection of trays & plates, all from thrift shops. I actually use these quite often, some as decor to hold other collections…
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GOOD EATS: spicy avacado hummus recipe
This is a REALLY easy one folks. If you love avocados and hummus and want those two delicious worlds to collide then this avacado hummus recipe is for you. You may recognize this as one of the delish snacks I whipped up for my summer patio wine & dine event awhile back. Not only do I…
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SPACES: living room or bedroom for under $1000
Hey all. I thought I would share some of these latest posts I put together for Apartment Therapy. Give me a tight budget and I thrive. I honestly had fun putting together these rooms for under a $1000 (USD) each. It goes without saying (which some of the ‘friendly’ commentators missed) that buying second hand…
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SPACES & TRAVEL: treehouse heaven Part 2
So are you still blown away by Part 1 of the treehouse tour? Well there’s more folks. As I mentioned the treehouse sits on one corner of the a huge property that’s home to Lynne and her family. There’s also the Knowlton family home, a big barn just ready and waiting for a proper hoedown…
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SPACES & TRAVEL: treehouse heaven Part 1
If you follow along on Instagram you may have seen a few shots from this amazing treehouse I stayed at just over a week ago. I’m kinda a tease because I never like to give too much away on Instagram. Also I would’ve flooded your feed because it was such a stunning place – so…
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MAKE SOMETHING: 5 DIY’s to try this weekend
Happy Friday! If you’re looking for something to do this weekend or feel like flexing your creative and crafty muscles, here’s 5 great projects to choose from. HOW TO: wrapped baskets / natural botanical cologne / umbrella / gold leaf heels / camera strap
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DIY: flower centrepiece turns into a flower crown
Flower crowns are like snowflakes, each one is totally unique. You can go big and bold with some massive stunning peonies or go ultra simple with some wild daisies and grasses or about a billizion other options in between. They are beautiful on a bride for her wedding day or just for hanging out on…
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ARTIST SHOWCASE: Finnsdottir Ceramic Tales
Sometimes you come across something so unique and beautiful that it just makes you stop. That’s how I felt when I saw these stunning ceramics by Finnsdottir. They’re a little subdued and simple compared to the bold and colorful style that I usually gravitate towards but they still have that vintage feel that I love so much.…
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GOOD EATS: funky geometric rice treats
How fun are these?! Now I would’ve never thought that a rice treat recipe would exist that’s just as great for a grown-up party as a kiddos party. The geometric shape and lines make them a stylish and fun sweet for any grown-up bash but the bright colours make them a fun treat for any kid’s party. WHAT…
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BEFORE & AFTER: vintage chair makeover using a vintage dress
I think I’m going to have to change the name of this blog to The DIY Vintage Chair Makeover Blog. If you’ve been following along you know that this is the third vintage chair makeover I’ve done and the second time I’ve used a vintage dress to do so. There was this fab folding chair makeover…
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HAPPY LONG WEEKEND: links to love
Happy long weekend to my Canadian readers. I hope you’re enjoying the extra day off day and relaxing. Here’s a few links for you to enjoy on this lazy day. How stunning are these geometric coasters? Or how about this super simple but unique wood block clock that would fit right in with your decor?…
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DESIGN: alphabet series customized art
Aren’t we all a sucker for something with our initials on it? Be honest. They also make for the best gifts because it’s like you really, truly thought of them when you bought it. I fell in love with a font recently and decided that I wanted to really show it off, along with my…
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SPACES: designing around a rug
Do people still install carpet these days? Me, I would choose modern rugs over a carpet any day. Cheaper (most of the time), no installation needed, easy to change, easy to move and mostly no dust bunnies and mystery stains that can’t be seen. Not that looking under a rug is always pleasant but at…
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ETSY LOVE: road trip worthy
Who doesn’t love a good road trip? I don’t think there is anyone out there who would say no to spending time with their friends and visiting random cities just for fun! It’s just made so much easier when everything goes to plan and you don’t have to worry about potential breakdowns if you have…
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GOOD EATS: grilled vegetable & spicy shrimp quinoa salad
It’s the season for salads and grilling and I have just the perfect dish. This is actually a recipe I made up all on my very own. You can start calling me chef. I actually make it all year using my countertop grill but it’s definitely better in the summer with seasonal vegetables and the sizzle…