How to Hang 3 pictures
These three frames are secure, level and perfectly spaced. It took less than 10 minutes to get this professional look using a collection of our uniquely designed picture hanging tools. The best part? No mistake holes. Here’s how it’s done. Tips: How to hang 3 pictures 1. Plan your layout2. Start with the middle picture3. Hang the outer pictures using the middle frame as a guide4. Keep the spacing...
Holiday DIY: Make Your Own Wine Bottle Covers
During the holidays, instead of buying traditional wine bags, make your own wine covers to add a personal and festive touch to your gifts! You’ll love this DIY because it takes only minutes to make, requires only three things and there are no special skills needed. It's an easy, no fuss DIY. We'll be the first to confess we LOVE plaid, especially this Buffalo plaid – the black and red. So when...
How to decorate the space above your desk
Considering the amount of time we spend at our desks, it makes sense to have something pretty and interesting to look at, don't you think? You're lucky if you have a window to gaze out of, but those can be limited in office settings. So, if you're staring at a blank wall all day, how about jazzing it up with art and adding accessories to your work space? We had fun with ours by hanging a trendy black glasses frame, a white canvas and a super large clock - after all you need to know when it's time to log off.
Backyard Oasis – a Little Piece of Paradise
Imagine coming home to your very own private oasis after a long tiring day. It’s something I’ve been dreaming of for many years and I finally did it. I transformed my tiny urban backyard deck into a little piece of paradise without breaking the bank or undergoing any major renovations – and I love it.
How to make large paint color samples
I usually start a painting project by shopping for colors, either looking at paint swatches from a DIY store or flipping through a color fan borrowed from a paint shop.
Don’t let mistake holes scare you – hang stuff with no fear
The other day I was hanging some picture frames in a bathroom and despite all my careful calculations, my frames didn't line up. I couldn't believe it! What happened?
Picture hanging tip: how to display your frames
How to hang 3 picture frames in a perfectly straight row
Hanging three picture frames in a perfectly straight row is easier than you think. This is the perfect type of wall arrangement to hang above a long piece of furniture such as a dining table, a hutch or a headboard because the art mimics the shape of the furnishings below. Here's what I did.
How to use snow spray – yes, fake snow in a can
If you're cringing at the thought of using fake snow in your house because you think it's tacky, I'm hoping that this post will change your mind. Sometimes, all is needed is a little fake snow to get that perfect winter wonderland look.
Fall table setting
If you’re expecting guests for dinner over the weekend and you want to dress up your dining table, here’s a look that is simple, gorgeous, and very easy to replicate.
Fall Decorating With Pinecones
Every year, after the Labor Day long weekend my kids and I pick hundreds of pine cones that have fallen on the beach. I use them to decorate around the house; they add a warm cozy feel of autumn to the space and they’re free!
Create a gallery wall with your favourite vacation photos
You get back from holidays with hundreds of great vacation snapshots, but what happens to those precious images once you’re home? If you’re like most people, you get busy with unpacking and laundry and completely forget about them, so they sit in your camera or smartphone for months.