I think my favorite room in our house is Gemma’s bedroom. When we moved in, I already loved the room, with its sloped side ceilings, the white planks in the center of the ceiling, and the airy feel with all the gorgeous light coming in the window. It often takes me a long time to […]
Furniture Refinishing: Pine Sideboard
Since my kitchen is still a good week away from being operational… Since looking at and thinking about recipes makes me a little grumpy (and hungry)… Since I am itching for mixing bowls, measuring scoops, skillets, and muffin pans… Let’s talk about something else today. I bought new socks last week that weren’t ankle socks. […]
When moms shop for bathing suits
I went bathing suit shopping last week. I took my kids. And, I actually bought a bathing suit. Yes, I would like a medal, thank you for asking. As a matter of fact, I have even compiled a list of pros and cons to help you decide if you are considering taking your kids along […]
A personal realization
I have come to a realization about myself: I am not into process. We’ve pretty much finished renovations around here, with the exception of our kitchen and ensuite, and renovations continue in force in the basement, and this, combined with my love of perusing food blogs, has made me come to this striking realization about […]
Questionable Marketing
You know how Superstore has the “Deal of the Week”? That one thing that you never actually need, but hope the cashier forgets to mention it so you get it for free? Packs of 800 toothpicks, cinnamon scented body wash, underarm incense sticks, whatever the case may be. Well, it turns out Staples has jumped […]
Sport skills are life skills
I’m no athlete, and have very little semblance of coordination or team camaraderie. My husband showed me these commercials since they made him think of me…should I be offended? :) [youtube id=”bARkhWUF8MI” width=”620″ height=”360″] [youtube id=”8huLjOxp8SY” width=”620″ height=”360″] [youtube id=”3glvheORpQo” width=”620″ height=”360″]
What a sham: DIY Pillow Covers
Friday! So much less exciting when you are a parent than when you are a teenager! Unless you have recovered all your throw pillows! In which case, exciting! I love throw cushions. I know they are a little silly, don’t get used a whole lot, and spend a fair bit of time on the floor, […]
Furniture Refinish: Coffee Table
Have you noticed how all our Friday posts have catchy titles with “Friday” in them, but absolutely NO consistency? Fashion Friday, Freaky Friday, Furniture Friday…wait, are you seeing consistency yet? You got it, we’re throwing out f-words like nobody’s business ;) Anyway, I feel I’ve mentioned my new house in passing a few times without […]
Freaky Friday
Do you like to laugh? I do. Do you laugh at people when they are scared? Me too. Mainly because I am jumpier than a jack rabbit during hunting season, and the chance to laugh at anyone else’s terror makes me happy. If you do not find other people’s fear even vaguely amusing, then you […]
Some DIY Inspiration
The other day, I was sent an email that, surprisingly, held a whole lot of inspiration for my crafty tendencies. I was so excited by this, and also reminded of my love of Pinterest, that I thought it would be fun to do a post of projects that are easy to do at home, and […]
