Category: General
-
Garden harvest
I have to admit this was a tough year for my veggie garden. My tomatos were an epic failure. Most of my onions refused to produce. Every single carrot seed I planted has disappeared never to be seen again. And the butternut squash…pffft…what squash? Fortunately not all was lost. I had a bumper crop of…
-
How to start the design process
Do you plan to be redecorating, remodeling or move into a new home soon? Or maybe you are currently in the midst of a project and find yourself at a loss for direction. Home decor projects can cause most people to be completely overwhelmed. Where do you even start? Our homes are our sanctuary. It…
-
Picture Postcards: Life around the farm
I am fortunate to live in a place that has a communal farm which serves as the heart of the neighbourhood. It is where residents gather in the barn for Town Hall meetings or one of the many events thoughtfully planned by the residents. Long walks around the farm and checking on the progress of…
-
Benefits of a Wildlife friendly and pollinator garden…
I live in a new community development in the country side and unfortunately parts of the area surrounding me have been clear cut of many trees. While my particular plot was meadow and field, others were forested. Luckily portions of the land are protected wetlands and as such could not be touched. The areas that…
-
Picture Postcards: Spring
Taking photos of my garden each year and later looking back on them shows me how far my once sandy ‘beach’ lot has transformed. This year I have been bitten by the gardening bug. I literally spent the entire month of May, 8+ hours a day, with no days off working in the garden. It’s…
-
The hardest working piece of furniture in the house
If I could give you only one tip on selecting furniture for your home, my one piece of advice would be to pick pieces that are dual functioning whenever you can. I’m talking about pieces like a Secretary’s desk that could double as a bar or storage for just about anything *bonus points for having…
-
My Top Best: Lighting shops
Below I have listed my top favourite Lighting shops that I personally use and source from on a regular basis. As I’ve previously stated, I do not receive any commission for mentioning these shops, they are listed based on my experience and preference. When I worked as an Interior Designer I had a source list…
-
My Top Best: Furniture shops
Below I have listed my top favourite furniture and decor shops that I personally use and source from on a regular basis. I do not receive any commission for mentioning these shops, they are listed based on my experience and preference. When I worked as an Interior Designer I had a source list as long…
-
Read this before you hire a ‘Designer’
Interior Designers can help you turn your business or home into a functional and beautiful space specifically suited for all your needs. It can often be overwhelming when looking for an Interior Designer but I am here to help guide you in that decision. When you are searching for someone to provide you with Interior…
The Blind Thistle 