We were walking through the grocery store the other day when my husband asked if I’d picked up Halloween candy yet. Right, Halloween… As some of you already know, I’m not much of a Halloween person. Sure, the wee ones dressed up in their costumes are adorable and the mini chocolate bars are a tasty treat (are they getting smaller or is just me? […]
Canadian Fall Home Tour
Hello friends, and welcome to Day 2 of the Canadian Bloggers’ Fall Home Tour. Firstly, I want to thank my friend Christina from The DIY Mommy for being our gracious hostess, along with 18 other talented home bloggers. Take a minute to grab a cup of coffee or tea and get comfy. If you’re like me, you’ll want to take in every last detail of these beautiful homes decorated for the fall season […]
Fall Decorating Ideas Using Nature
Hello all! Have you noticed the sudden transition to fall? After Labour Day Weekend, it’s as though we’ve forgotten all about summer and are ready for chunky sweaters, plaid throws and pumpkin spice anything. Although autumn is a season I adore, I like to slow things down a bit. You know, hang on to weekend picnics, […]
Scents of Fall Simmer Pot Recipe
Want to make your house smell like fall? A simmer pot is my favourite way to fill our home with all-natural scents of the season. Not only are homemade simmering spices quick and easy, they’re generally much healthier than store-bought room fresheners too […]
Fall Front Porch Decorating Ideas
Well, hello there! We’re still in the middle of our entire main floor renovation (help me!). Today, I thought I’d pop in to share some of my favorite fall front porch decorating ideas, plus give you a little update on how things are going around here. Before I get to that, do you remember our […]
Woodland Wreath & One Item Project Challenge (Twigs)
I’m thrilled to be kicking off the One Item Project Challenge today. If you recall, I started this series two years ago as motivation to get a few projects done before the busy Christmas season, as well as the opportunity to collaborate with some of my blogger friends. Working by myself from a home studio […]
White Chocolate Pumpkin Pie Steamer
Fall is such a gorgeous season. I love taking in the colours of the landscape on our evening walks, slipping on boots along with chunky sweaters, layering textural throws and pillows on the sofa, and making hearty soups and stews that seem to warm the soul. The list could go on and on, couldn’t it? […]
Halloween Caramel Apples & More Boo-tiful Ideas
With Halloween just around the corner, a few of my Canadian blogger friends and I decided to share some fun and boo-tiful project ideas. My contribution- sweet and delicious Halloween caramel apples… Before we get to the recipe for these caramel apples, I must confess that Halloween really isn’t my thing. I know there are […]
Pumpkin Oat Muffins
Do you love pumpkin season as much as I do? As soon as it turns to fall, I crave anything PUMPKIN. Now muffins, they’re something I usually stay away from. Delicious, yes. But they’re usually packed with sugar and oil. Those are two things I’m trying to stay away from these days. Except, these pumpkin […]