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{motivational monday}
Summer time chill. (print by Telegramme studio)
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Do you know your peonies? Garden Peony Glossary
I know there’s a ton of people out there like me who go gaga over peonies. There’s only about 1 billion photos on Instagram to prove it. This is their time of year to shine! Leave it up to the lifestyle queen herself, Martha Stewart, to put together a helpful and beautiful Peony Glossary to…
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happy father’s day: in loving memory
Happy Father’s Day to all the great dad’s out there!I haven’t been able to say that in person, along with a big hug, to my dad for 20 years. Thanks to my family and my memories though, he’s still been around in a way all that time. Life is life and although there’s lots of…
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{DIY: wrap it up for dad}
So you’re on top of it for Father’s Day right? After much deliberation and looking at every option out there, like these Custom Photo Wallets, you have your gift and are thinking about what you’re going to make for the potluck BBQ? Great! So take a little extra time to make your gift a little…
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BEFORE & AFTER: breaking down the cage
Ok, so I’m kinda doing things a little backward here but remember how I mentioned in another before & after post how my recent home projects were motivated by the completion of a bigger project? Well, this is it. It was a long time coming. Ever since I moved into my place I’ve hated these…
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{style: vintage swimwear}
Less is more is a good rule but there’s always exceptions. Like the swimwear in these beautifully illustrated vintage ads from Rose Marie Reid Swimwear. The swimwear is true fashion and the ads are beautifully designed. So much thought & style. I love the bright & bold backgrounds and the perfect use of white space.…
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{father’s day: gifts for pops}
Still looking for something to get for your dad, husband, brother? Is he a wannabe rock star? Got a ton of style to spare? Time is ticking but here’s a few ideas to help you out. HE’S GOT STYLE: shades / bow tie YOUNG AT HEART: nintendo iPhone case / gamboy iPhone case STAY AT HOME DAD: cook…
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{motivational monday}
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thrifting 101: be the bartender}
The theme of this thrifting 101 post is all about cocktail hour. It’s also about patience. If you wait long enough you will find that your random finds can make a fabulous collection. These are all items I found at thrift stores for a few dollars each and over time I’ve got a great looking…
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{DIY: decor refresh}
Who doesn’t love a good home decor DIY. I have a few of my own coming up soon. But there’s definitely something separating the amateurs from the pro DIYers. Here’s a round up of some first class home DIY projects. The “did you seriously do that yourself?!” type of DIY’s. It’s time to give your…
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{flower love}
I couldn’t resist, I had to share these pics I snapped of these beautiful flowers I had in my house just over a week ago. My loft was being photographed for Covet Garden (stay tuned!) and wanted some fresh flowers. I chose two of my favourites, peonies & ranunculus’. I only wish they lasted longer!
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BEFORE & AFTER: rooftop patio beautification project
I’m a lucky girl, I have a large rooftop patio all to myself. Something else I had been considering adding were French Patio Doors, as I think this would top it all off. I’ll have a think about it more, but I do like the idea though. It’s wonderful but I don’t think it’s necessarily…
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{drink up: good for you smoothies}
Like everyone else, every once and awhile I get the urge to press the restart button when it comes to my eating habits. You can get all caught up in life and forget about the basics, like what you’re putting into your body. I guess living on your own can be seen as a plus…
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{happy birthday marilyn}
Happy birthday to the iconic and stunning Marilyn. Some of my favourite, less known, snapshots of the beauty. PHOTO CREDITS (from top) 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10