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SHOP THIS: Shad Bay Weaving

Bring the outdoors inside with Allison Pinsent Baker's ethereal, hand-woven wall hangings.

The next-best-thing to a picture window on a big, blank wall in your bedroom might just be a woven tapestry from Allison Pinsent Baker. A multi-disciplinary artist based out of rugged Shad Bay, her one-of-a-kind works capture the coastlines, colour schemes and visceral vibes behind the landscapes people love to lose themselves in.

By Allison Saunders Nov 15, 2019

My favourite room: Maia LaPierre’s TV-free living room

Pretty pastels and edgy details make this space a place to let your mind wander.

Up-and-coming interior decorator Maia LaPierre loves spending cozy evenings in front of the fireplace with her husband in their dusty pink living room.

By Rowan Morrissy Nov 14, 2019

home style interior decor decor tips design

Five steps to home happiness

Copenhagen’s Happiness Research Institute shares the stats on what it takes to feel content and comfortable in your living space.

As we enter the colder seasons, creating a home that will weather the winter blues is on our minds.

By Rowan Morrissy Nov 14, 2019

home decor style design happiness

Six student-friendly houseplants that are cheap and easy-to-find

Plants that are perfect for any novice grower.

S o you've moved into your dorm, or apartment that you likely share with four or five of your friends.

By Jennifer Lee Aug 29, 2019

students B2S2019 house full of plants plants succulents cacti

Holy Roller Vintage's Bridget VanWart on how to thrift like a pro

Tips from a vintage hunter and seller on getting your money’s worth.

"S uccessful thrifting can, at its essence, be boiled down to perseverance, some basic knowledge and pure luck," says Bridget VanWart, founder of and finder behind Holy Roller Vintage—a furniture and accessories seller that's online home is Instagram.

By Allison Saunders Aug 22, 2019

homes vintage thrift furniture style

Everything has a place and a purpose in this Waverley apartment

A little bit retro and majorly minimal, this Rachael Shrum’s apartment makes a case for living with less stuff.

R achael Shrum has an organized mind but she's quick to point out that she's not really a tidy person.

By Allison Saunders Aug 22, 2019

apartments homes renting

We bought a church

How two first-time home buyers became steeple people thanks to a renovated sacred space in Musquodoboit Harbour.

Visiting Musquodoboit Harbour, Jennifer Wilcox and Josh Boyter drove by the decommissioned West Jeddore United Baptist Church.

By Andrew Bethune Apr 25, 2019

home decor real estate first-time home buyer

That sinking feeling—the serenity of a clean kitchen

On Mrs. Hinch, feminism and how manageable cleaning tasks can double as a small act of self-care.

Idon't know who needs to hear this, but go clean your kitchen sink.

By Stephanie Johns Apr 25, 2019

homes home style decluttering cleaning

Nine vintage-loving accounts to shack up with

Smash the follow button and scroll your way to the Instagram home of your dreams.

Bloomfield Vintage (@bloomfieldvintage) Lesley MacKay calls herself the wicker kween, and if that's not enough to earn a follow, I don't know what is. Her curated vintage shop is accessory- (and wicker-) heavy.

By Allison Saunders Apr 25, 2019

vintage thrift shopping housewares furniture

My favourite room: Kimi Willgress’ sunny kitchen

Artisan and owner of Indie Home on why the open-concept, lakefront space is her oasis.

When Kimi Willgress retired from her career as a professional athlete, the Olympic snowboarder turned to art.

By Allison Saunders Mar 7, 2019

home style, home decor, Indie Home

Expert advice: How often should I re-pot my plants?

"Generally, a plant is ready for transplanting when most of the soil in the pot is completely full of roots, top to bottom, probably the third or fourth year it has spent in your house. Many plants prefer to stay in a crowded pot and actually grow better in this environment.

By Allison Saunders Mar 7, 2019