Vintage Kitchen Goods
I love vintage – even new – Pyrex and Fire King, a product of Anchor Hocking, because the quality is just so amazing, plus the colours and patterns are fantastic. But…
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DIY Window Covering for Awkward Window
It took me longer to complete the last teeny step of these curtains than it did for my mom to sew the whole darn thing. But the guest room curtains…
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Closet Overhaul: Life Without a Dresser
It seems that folks like to see into closets, cupboards and drawers. Do these secret peaks make you happy too? I’m pretty proud of our closet because: We installed it after…
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Blast From the Past
Last May Hubby & I went to Portgual and France, where they wear the fancy pants (anyone get the reference?) While in Paris, I bought this touristy magnet as a…
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Made in Hungary: Felted Wool Pillows
Stupid too small suitcase. I lovingly fondled many a felted wool pillow in Hungary. Even using traditional, labor-intensive techniques, handmade felted wool pillows like those below were only $25-50 CAD. But, gormless gal…
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DIY Chalkboard Knife Block
Want a knife block you can doodle on? Here’s how you can easily re-paint your knife block, using chalkboard paint. Our knife block, a cheap-o Winner’s purchase from four years…
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