London Inspired DIY Welcome Mat
Dear Marc: I’m psyched about the Olympics being in London this year. I spent a summer there after college and it was one of th...
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DIY Cottage Chic Desk
Dear Marc: We are having a great summer! The weather is perfect for cottage country. We have a quaint little cottage that has been i...
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The Difference Between Allergies & A Common Cold
Health & Wellness Expert Patty Kehgias of Pharmasave helps you determine if your symptoms are a cold or an allergic reaction.
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The Energizing Effects of Sativa: How It Can Boost Productivity
Generally speaking, Sativa-dominant strains are known to produce energizing effects. If you are looking for a cannabis strain to hel...
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Upcycled Wire Hanger Decor Accent
Dear Marc: While moving into our cute little bungalow, I noticed that we had more plastic hangers than metal ones. When organizing t...
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4 Tips for Creating the Perfect Christmas Space
When December comes around every year, many people love to decorate their homes for Christmas. Whether you prefer to fill your home...
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Choosing the Right Style of Cabinets to Make Your Room Incredible
Cabinets are often a focal point in a room, with the eyes of anyone who enters naturally drawn to them due to cabinets commonly occu...
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Decorative Wallpaper Band for a Mason Jar Vase
Dear Marc: Your DIY projects are the best! I have some leftover wallpaper from an accent wall I did in my living room. There’s...
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DIY Spoon Hooks
Dear Marc: I found a set of cutlery at a garage sale for dirt cheap! I’ve heard that people have re-purposed spoons and forks...
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Preparing for School Days
Text by Helen Lepp Friesen With the changing of the leaves comes the new school year. Here are some things to consider as you prepar...
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Whimsical Potted House Number
Dear Marc: We are renovating the front of our home. I am looking for a whimsical way to display our house number. I don’t want...
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DIY Zebra Print Frame Project
Dear Marc: I have leftover zebra-print fabric from when I re-upholstered a couple accent pillows. The fabric is stunning and I have...
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Puppy training 101
Text by Sheila Guenther Challenges come to us in many disguises: some we choose, some we don’t. A recent challenge I took up was get...
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DIY Patio Table Project
Dear Marc: While remodeling our family room, I decided to get rid of a set of coffee table and side tables. They have glass tops and...
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DIY Coloured Glass Vase
Dear Marc: I have glass vases that I found at a flea market. I think they are a little plain looking. I was hoping to display colour...
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DIY Tree Branch Patio Decor
Dear Marc: My hubby trimmed our old oak tree in our front yard and we are left with a bunch of tree branches. I’ve seen branch...
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Window Shopping Tips for Homeowners
Dear Marc: Our windows are in sad need of attention. We live in an older bungalow and the windows have never been replaced. The wint...
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Essential Furniture Each Room of a New House Needs
For those buying their first house, it may feel overwhelming to see just how much extra space needs to be filled. Most home buyers m...
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Summer Activities For Kids Of All Ages
Text by Sheila Kolesar It’s summer. You’ve got kids at home and no idea what to do with them. Better yet, you have kids at ho...
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DIY Vintage Window Pane Photo Frame
Dear Marc: We restored an old house and replaced all the old Victorian pane windows with new energy efficient windows. I’m lef...
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Wall Hooks from Repurposed Antique Knobs
Dear Marc: I found old cabinet knobs at a flea market that I really like. I thought they were really unique and fun! I’ve seen...
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Father’s Day DIY Ideas for Grown Ups!
A DIY gift is meaningful and memorable, not matter what age you are! Here are some great DIY gift ideas that aren’t meant for...
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