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DIY: Pinecone Swag
What you’ll need for the pinecone swag: Twine Scissors Approx. 12–14 dry pinecones How-to: Start by attaching a long piece of twine to the ends of three pinecones, varying the length of the twine. Do the same thing with three more pinecones and make twine lengths a bit shorter.
Holiday
DIY: Felt Napkin Holder
What you’ll need: Christmas tree template (choose your favorite online!) Scissors Approx. 12″ x 12″ piece of 3 mm–thick felt Pencil Sewing needle and thread How-to: Start by downloading and printing a Christmas tree template that fills an 8 1⁄2″ x 11″ page. Take your piece of felt and…
Holiday
DIY: Treat Cones
What you’ll need for the treat cones: Two 12″ x 12″ pieces of paper such as cardstock, old calendars, wallpaper ends Scissors Glue Narrow double-sided tape Hole punch Ribbon Tassels Treats How-to: Cut two sheets of 12″ x 12″ paper on the diagonal and glue them together, back-to-back, to…
Holiday
DIY: Nut Garland
What You’ll Need: Nuts (walnuts, almonds, chestnuts and hazelnuts) Dremel drill with 1⁄8″ bit Waxed string How-to: Gather a bowl of mixed nuts with the shells on. Using a Dremel, drill a hole through one of each variety of nut Cut the waxed string to the desired length and…
Holiday
DIY: Holiday Simmers
What You’ll Need: 3–5 dried orange slices 2–3 dried apple slices Fresh cranberries Cinnamon sticks Star anise Rosemary Pine sprigs How-to: To a heat-safe bowl add dried orange and apple slices, and a handful of fresh cranberries. Then, add cinnamon sticks, star anise, rosemary and pine sprigs. Pour…
Holiday
See How Florist Alison Westlake Decorates Her P.E.C Farmhouse For The Holidays
There’s nothing better than Christmas in the county!
Artist File
Artist Spotlight: Beth Letain’s Oversized Paintings Pack A Colorful Punch
The sheer size of these canvases allows the color to take on a personality of its own.
Cottages
A Stone Ski Chalet Is Transformed Into An All-Season Home
This quaint stone ski chalet was completely redesigned while preserving it's old soul. "The trick is in the mix and finding new pieces that feel vintage," say the designers.
Holiday
A Contemporary Vancouver Home Designed By Ami McKay Is Warmed Up With Natural Elements
Designer Ami McKay adds her signature less-is-more magic to a couple's house for Christmas!
Ask A Designer™
Ask A Designer: Tips & Tricks For Updating Your Windows And Drapes
Stacy Begg shares her advice for updating the windows in your home.
Decorating & Design
Find Your Powder Room Personality
These small bathrooms are bursting with style! We're sharing how to get the look.
Lynda Reeves
The Lakehouse: Lynda Reeves Chooses Vintage Rugs For Her Four-Season Getaway
In Chapter 10, Lynda uses vintage rugs to give her cottage a collected feel.
Small Spaces
A Small Condo Gets Character From Modern Art And Vintage Finds
A 600-square-foot rental condo comes alive with vintage treasures and contemporary art!
Small Spaces
This Vancouver Island Duplex Is Big On Coastal Charm
The decorating is vibrant and eclectic, layered with deep, jewel-toned furniture.
Small Spaces
A Dated Loft-Style Condo Is Redesigned As A Serene Urban Oasis
See how a palette of cool grays and whites and pale oak flooring enhance the laid-back aesthetic.