Doesn’t this little breakfast nook just radiate summer? See us turn dreams of warm sunlight, roadside lemonade stands, and chirping birds into a cozy morning lover’s paradise. Bring bright cheerful colors into your home! On a recent trip to HomeSense we fell in love with this lemon print tablecloth, and thought it’d be the perfect accessory to transform a drab lifeless corner into a vibrant happy one! Can you believe...

Whether you’re by yourself, or with a partner, hanging a large and heavy clock can be a real struggle! Since most clocks come fitted with a keyhole, it can be nearly impossible figuring out how or where to hang it to achieve your desired look. Admit it- we’ve all winged it just to get the job done, right? That being said, there is a quick and easy way to deal...

  An easy way to perfect a multiple frame display is to lay them out on the floor to determine the best possible arrangement before hanging. Imagine a vertical line running through the middle of your display. Check that items on either side of that line are visually equal in weight. Balance colored items, light and dark pieces and different shapes for both sides. Move the pieces around until you...

If your bedroom lacks pizzazz, add some with a large round mirror – you’ll be amazed how it will instantly glam up your space. This brass finish mirror looks elegant against the dark coloured wall, and the matching brass knobs add bonus style points to this bedroom. Round mirrors are very trendy right now and I’m thrilled I found this one without having to spend a fortune. Now, let me show you how I...

Whether you’re decorating your first home, first apartment or if you’ve just repainted your walls and are looking for an inexpensive way to freshen up your space, do it with art. Artwork is the easiest way to update your décor without spending much money. Here's what we did.... We bought this colourful patterned paper pad at Michaels, we loved it so much that we used it to make beautiful wall art.  Back at...

  Framing records is a fun way to decorate your walls with something other than pictures. We framed records in black frames with white mats to create a 60s retro chic look. It’s classy, vintage and timeless. This wall decorating project is an inexpensive way to deal with a big blank wall. Here’s what we did. We started with a black love seat and a blank wall. Displaying the records We...

If this canvas could talk, it would tell you that it’s been painted over and over again quite a few times. It’s all about up-cycling. Last year I wrote “diy wall art” on it. This week I decided to refresh it with a sweet Valentine note. This DIY is super easy to do, requires very few things and makes a great affordable piece of wall décor. And of course you...

Need a place to sit? Check. A spot to stash your candles? Check. How about a coffee table to convene around? Check, check, check! The ottoman has got you covered! When you live in a small space, every single square inch counts! That’s why having multi-functioning furniture is a must. *Written by Liette, Co-Founder of UTR. In my daughter’s super tiny condo, the living room, kitchen, office and laundry room is...

They say that your front porch is an extension of your home. True, but what do you do with that space when the mercury dips down to unimaginable levels? That’s the reality here in Calgary, where I live. Although it won’t get used for a while, I still want it to be pretty and welcoming for my family and guests. So here’s what I did to cozy up my porch for the winter without...

Want to give a gift that says you care? Try DIYing this faux marble planter! It couldn’t be any easier to make and it’s darn cute too. It takes minutes to assemble, is inexpensive, and best of all, it doesn’t involve paint, glue or anything else that could make a mess in your home. Make a bunch and keep them on hand as gifts for dinner parties, for teachers, neighbors,...

I was looking for art that looked festive without being overly Christmassy, but since I couldn't find what I was looking for, I made my own using gift wrapping paper. Here's what I did and what I learned so you can easily recreate the look too.

There's nothing like a homemade gift that gives you the warm and fuzzies. It shows that someone went through the extra effort to think about you, and that's what the holidays are really all about. Try this easy edible DIY that requires very little packaging. The best part is that it’s a gift made with love and perfect for Christmas! We kept things nice and simple, and made a healthy granola recipe we...