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  Food waste is a huge problem in Canada with a report from the United Nations suggesting that the average Canadian wastes 79 kilograms of food at home per year. Finding ways to reduce your home’s food waste is something we all need to work on. See below for seven easy ways to reduce your […]

  Who doesn’t love a pretty, indoor plant? Plants can add style to a room and provide a calming energy. When it comes to indoor plants, there is obviously a lot of options, but easy to care for plants tend to be the most popular. We’ve shared three of our favourite, easy to care for […]

Refresh your bathroom with one (or more!) of these trendy bathroom must-haves under $50!   Zara Home Wood & Glass Bathroom Set ($19.90 – $39.90): Clean and serene, this bathroom set with keep your both both organized and chic. Lococo Porcelain Bathroom Storage Container ($30): Keep personal items tucked away safely in this beautiful container […]

Many of us have a small room that we’d love to appear larger and airier. There are a variety of things you can do to achieve this. Check out some of our favourites below.   Remove clutter and excessive furniture. Keep what you need and use and remove everything else. A clean, functional room is […]

  While many of us will be increasing the amount of time we spend with family and friends outside the home this summer, its likely that a lot of us will continue to spend more time at home.  Summer can be a great time to enjoy your immediate family, get active and have some fun! […]

  Most of us do laundry at least once per week and in some cases, multiple times per week. Even those of us that have done it for years can make mistakes with things like sorting, water temperature and the amount of detergent to use. Lisa Kisber recently discussed laundry myths, how to take better […]

  For many of us, keeping our homes and workspaces clean and safe has never been more important. Over the past few years, there has been a variety of great natural, eco-friendly cleaning products introduced to consumers. We share three of our favourites below.       Aspen Clean All Purpose Cleaner – Eco-friendly and effective […]

  Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and this year we’ve got some great gift recommendations that don’t include the usual flowers, chocolate or jewlery. With so many of us stuck at home, gifts that are geared towards home use are a great choice. Check out some of our favourite picks below.      […]

  Interested in livening up your home this season? Adding new decor to your home can instantly improve the look and feel of your space. Check out some of the trendiest home decor and accessories for 2021 below.                    

  Need something new, funtional and fun for your home office or want to gift something to someone for their office? Check out some of our top gift ideas for a home office this season.   Jabra Evolve 75 ($453.00): A good headset is a key component of a good ‘work from home’ experience. The […]

  As Covid-19 continues through the rest of the year (and likely into next), its important to prepare for a long and likely challenging winter season.  With winter right around the corner, its important to prepare yourself and your home.    Stock up on the essentials. Ensure you have a good supply of key items […]

  This Just Speaks to Me: Words to Live By Every Day by Hoda Kotb Today Show anchor Hoda Kotb shares wisdom, love, compassion and humour in her latest book. Kotb offers up 365 new quotes and stories to share with readers including moments that have enriched her life, discussing everything from motherhood and friendship […]

    With many of us still working from home and likely to continue to do so for some time, its important that workspaces are both functional and practical.   Stick to a schedule: A good routine is important. Aim to start and end work at the same times everyday.   Keep your workplace tidy: […]

If you are living in a big city, odds are pretty good that you live in a condo and don’t have a backyard to plant a garden in. There is still a chance though for some outside air when you need it, by opening a the door and stepping out onto the balcony. At first glance it can be hard to imagine your balcony having enough space to grow anything, but you’d be surprised what you can accomplish when you set your mind to it. Here is how you can turn your balcony into a garden.

Let’s face it, many of us just don’t have the time to make even the most minor of changes to our homes. When we’re not working, we want to spend our time relaxing or with our families. And now that we have the time, we can’t go out to the store to get that new shade of paint or pick up that new couch we’ve had our eyes on for a long time. There are things however we can do, with the tools we have at home, and now that we have the time we can give our homes that fresh, new look we’ve been wanting.