With the school year now upon us, it’s got me thinking about the role education has in shaping us, particularly our creative selves. Not just music and art, mind you, but in thinking creatively, taking risks and, above all, being unafraid to fail. Given this broader definition of ‘creativity, would you consider yourself a creative person? Born Creative…
Boot Tray Makeover
Sometimes, a ‘DIY/craft fail’ can and should be saved. That’s certainly how I felt about my little boot tray makeover. Let me explain how it all began… I had long thought about elevating our simple, plastic boot tray into a sweet little spot in our mudroom on which to place wet and muddy footwear. Until last week,…
15 No-Knit Yarn Crafts
You may have already guessed that I love a good yarn project. If it’s not a wall hanging, it’s a wreath or, my latest love, weaving 🙂 But if the idea of creating a yarn craft intimidates you because you think you need to know how to knit, weave or crochet, do not despair! There are plenty of fresh and modern projects…
An Introduction to Weaving (Part 2)
Welcome to part 2 of this introduction to weaving. If you missed part 1 (to read it click here), I provided an overview of the materials you will need, the often confusing terms used, as well as instructions on creating the ‘warp’ or framework upon which to create your very own weaving. Today, we will cover…
An Introduction to Weaving (Part 1 of 2)
If you’ve been loving the wall weaving trend, but just don’t know where to begin, you’ll love this basic introduction to weaving. In this two-part post, I’ll be walking you through the basic steps of how to create your first wall weaving, so stick around! Wall weavings have been making a major comeback in recent…
Easy-Peasy DIY Rope Coasters
As we enter into the hottest weeks of the summer here in Ottawa, I am finding myself spending more of my evenings in our backyard, enjoying a bbq or two with hubby, sipping on some cold drinks, and taking in the beautiful, balmy weather. It’s been so wonderful to have a usable outdoor living room…
Our Patio in Progress: 5 Takeaways for Your Home
In my summer home tour post, I promised to add some outdoor pics from around our home. Today’s post contains a before and after of our backyard patio. It is our patio in progress and, by no means, a finished product, but it is a step up from what it was last year which was all…
DIYs to Try This Weekend
I purchased these beautiful little agate slices at a local native arts and crafts shop a few weeks back. I had just finished having lunch out in the middle of my work week, connecting with some very special ladies, and decided to pop into the shop on the way back to work to see if…
DIY Geometric Embroidery Art
It’s been a while since I’ve picked up an embroidery needle and thread. In fact, not since my teens. I used to love the texture and vibrant colours you could choose from to create pretty scenes and patterns. Now that homespun arts are back in vogue among the next generation of designers, decorators and other creatives, I…
2-Ingredient Pancakes
If you are looking to skip traditional carb- and sugar-laced pancakes, there is a healthier and simpler alternative out there. These pancakes require only two ingredients: bananas and eggs. Yep, you read that right. They are gluten-free, (refined) sugar-free, dairy-free, high in protein, high in healthy fat, and low-calorie too. They are one of my…
6 Weeks to a More Organized Home
I must admit, I’m a little uneasy at the prospect of accomplishing ‘6 Weeks to a More Organized Home.’ Between my husband and me, he is the more organized one in this household. No sooner does he purchase something than he immediately ensures it is secured, tied down, strapped in, hung up, locked away, stacked, filed, folded or placed…
Top 6 Books to Reread this Summer
“One cannot read a book: one can only reread it” ~ Vladimir Nabokov, novelist. I often wonder if I am the only one who systematically rereads books. I’m frequently digging through the paperbacks lining our bookshelves in the basement – and stuffed in drawers of various kinds – to find that one gem that I’d like to enjoy…