It can be expensive to get your roof repair repaired or replaced. By spending a few hours of your time to closely inspect your roof, you should be able to save some money by preventing an expensive roof repair. You don’t need to inspect the roof every single day. You can do this once in…
This tall, fernlike perennial is a fine addition to the backyard. Though the overall look of flowers means the plant has ceased growing, the flowers do have the extra advantage of attracting beneficial insects. The most recognizable fennel can also be called Florence fennel or finocchio. It’s characterized by a white, artichoke-like bulb. Common fennel,…
Do you think wood counters in kitchen or the bathroom and children don’t mix? Well, it ain’t automatically so. I decided to do a little research on what people with wood countertops actually think about their care and maintenance. I went to several discussion threads on multiple websites and browse through all the comments. Of…
Quick: What? I’d be prepared to wager that it isn’t wood. Nevertheless wooden chandeliers can be equally as tasteful as their sparkly crystal cousins — and they’re a lot more versatile. Put a crystal chandelier in a rustic cabin and the room instantly appears overdressed; hang a wooden one in a traditional living area, and…
Twin beds are often the go-to choice for kids’ rooms, but by no means are they the only alternative. In my own house, my 10-year-old and four-year-old girls share a queen mattress and would not have it any other way. They adore whispering to each other while falling asleep and creating the mattress together. Whether…
Style and comfort go hand in hand when I’m designing a space. Whether it is a bedroom or the outside, a bit of texture could transform an austere space into an inviting retreat. Pillows in vivid colors and attractive patterns are among the easiest ways to do this. But there’s no need to spend a…
Set on the site of an old steel store, this contemporary home in Toronto, Ontario, is a sudden escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Although the home is on a crowded semi-industrial stretch of road, its layout creates a buffer from the exterior sound. Honoring the steel store’s heritage, Valentina Nedelcu and…
Yes, it is still winter but the first sign of spring is popping up around the area. I am talking about cushions with shapes of petals sewn on them, creating an extremely plush and entertaining floral accessory. It’s a look to remind us of this season of rebirth, renewal and expansion. Petal pillows can be…
At the beginning of each new year, I make promises to myself to have better arranged in the kitchen — it helps save time and prevent waste. Below are some things that score in both function and form to help enhance your cooking space. — Tami from Running with Tweezers West Elm Rectangular Biscuit Tins…
Mirror, mirror on the … mirror? A wall covered with a large mirror can work wonders for raising a light, bright texture and creating a room look so much larger. But if that plain mirror sounds a touch boring, layering a detailed, artistic one at the top could be just the thing your toilet needs.…