5 Tips for Beating “Needle Phobia”
Don’t let a fear of needles keep you from getting the flu shot this season or stop you from taking medication. These tips from...
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Gingerbread Muffins
Holiday baking wouldn’t be complete without everyone’s favourite, gingerbread. Not only are these delicious muffins high...
5 Tips for Achieving Work-Life Balance
If the term “sandwich generation” is all too familiar for you, then you know the challenge it can be juggling your interests with th...
Donate These Items to a Holiday Food Drive Near You
We’ve all done it before — headed into our pantry to round up those never-been-eaten canned goods or strange spaghetti to cobb...
Creative Ways to Give Back this Year
The holiday season is not just about receiving gifts — it’s also about giving. It’s no secret that Canadians are generou...
Last Minute Ideas to Get Your Family and Your Home Holiday Ready
Anybody who’s ever hosted family or friends over the holiday season will know that there never seems to be enough minut...
Fun and Easy Last Minute Photo Ideas for Your Family Christmas Card
With all the chaos and craziness of the holiday season, it’s easy to forget a thing or two. If sending out your family’s...
How to Achieve a Stress-Free Holiday Season
The holidays can be hectic, with a lot of work going into gift-giving, cooking, setting up decorations, and planning parties. Fortun...
Chef Rob’s Holiday Eggnog
Looking for a new beverage recipe to try out this holiday season? If you have a Vitamix Pro at home, give this one a shot! Chef Rob&...
Paleo: The New Food Trend for Pets
Every pet owner knows there are an overwhelming amount of nutritional options for their furry friends. Knowing what goes into your p...
Cajun Spice Roast Turkey
The pressure to ‘not overspend’ is on for half of Canadians during the holiday season, according to a survey commissione...
5 Tips to Keep Your Family Active this Winter
While it’s tempting to stay bundled up under blankets and in front of a screen during the colder seasons, it’s important...
5 Air Travel Tips for Flying with Kids
Flying at any time of year can be stressful, but travelling during the holidays when airports are often at their busiest can frustra...
Think Outside the Box for Thoughtful Last-Minute Gifts
Although it’s the time of year to make a list and check it twice, a recent poll found that on average, three in 10 gift purcha...
Expert Tips to Sell Your Home Faster
Whether you’re buying or selling a home, dealing with real estate when you don’t have much experience on the topic can b...
Living Room Design Tips
Your living room is likely the activity hub of your home and subsequently, it should be a room you are proud to show off to guests a...
Tips for Involving Your Kids in Household Chores
Doing chores is nobody’s favorite pass time activity, which is why it’s not fair that the bulk of household chores tend...
How Long is Your Makeup Good For?
If you’re anything like me, and you don’t wear a whole lot of makeup on a regular basis, you likely don’t replenis...
Tips for Keeping Kids’ Crafts Clean and Organized
The benefits of getting your kids into arts and crafts from a young age have been vastly studied and at this point are plain. Engagi...
Stencils VS Wallpaper
As if a bare white wall is some sort of crime against décor, homeowners have been infatuated with adorning their walls for centuries...
4 Tips for Stencilling a Wall
If you love the intricate patterned look of wallpaper, but don’t really like the hefty price tag, you may want to consider ste...
Common Living Room Decorating Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Besides perhaps the bathroom, the living room is arguably the most common of common areas in your home, and often people decorate th...
6 Tips for Starting a Wine Collection
Raise your hand if you love wine! (Edit: Put down your wine glass and then raise your hand it you love wine.) Well, wine-lovers, you...
5 Ways to Make the Most of a Small Living Room
“Float” your sofa Floating your sofa means pulling it away from the walls, creating extra spaces for traffic and light f...
Learn the Perfect Wine Pairings for Holiday Foods
On top of buying presents for everyone and preparing the feast, choosing which wines to serve at your holiday party can be overwhelm...