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Summer Refresh

  With the warm summer weather upon us, I’ve been doing some decor refreshes around the house.   A refresh doesn’t mean you have to go out and buy all new things.  Start with a piece to base your colour palette around, like a piece of art, a throw, or a pillow.  Next, take a little walk through your house and see what items might find new life if different room of your home.  Love fresh flowers?  Me too!  A…

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Tips For Easy Entertaining

  Last month my husband had to go overseas for work for a week, so naturally my first thought was “I should have the girls over!”  The first full day he was away was as Sunday, so brunch seemed like the natural choice.  I began planning a menu of eggs benny, scrumptious baked goods {made by me, naturally}, a beautiful assortment of fresh fruit, and a signature mimosa inspired cocktail.  Well, the thing is, my main chef was out of…

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Holiday Cheer DIY

  Christmas is now less than two weeks away!  If you’re looking for a fun way to share a little prezzie with your friends, neighbour, or even a unique hostess gift…why not DIY?  I love to customize little gifts for my friends.  They are simple, easy, and always loved. Step 1:  Think of packaging.  I like the idea of putting all the goodies into a cute bottle or mason jar. What you will need: Gold Confetti, gift tags, glitter stickers,…

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Holiday Gift Guide

  Oh hello December!  Can you believe that Christmas is only a few weeks away?  I couldn’t resist kicking off the month with a fun little holiday gift guide.  I’ve found ten gems that are perfect for your Christmas gift exchanges and hostess gifts and all under $25. 1. Kait Creative + PGITC #HartForTheCause Heart Print $20 This is also an amazing way to give back. 100% of the proceeds from this print go to the Breast Cancer Society of…

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Vancouver Home+ Design Show Ticket Giveaway

  Congratulations to…. Amber G. and Kait D. ( I will email you for your mailing addresses) I am giving away two pairs of tickets to the upcoming Vancouver Home + Design Show. The VH+DS is where it all comes together for any of your home improvement projects!  You can expect big names like Colin McAllister & Justin Ryan, stars of Cottage Life TV’s Colin & Justin’s Cabin Pressure, Bryan Baeumler, host of HGTV’s Leave it to Bryan, and culinary master Chef Corbin Tomaszeski, plus…

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