The holiday season heralds all sorts of gatherings, feasts and festivities that bring family and friends from near and far. Its so much fun to get together and catch up and celebrate, but guests also need space for privacy and to decompress – or sleep off all that turkey! We want to make sure our loved ones have a home-away-from-home that is welcoming, comfortable and relaxing. Here are our ideas for creating the ideal space…
Apparently, American chocolate bark is made by mixing fruit and nuts into melted chocolate and French chocolate bark is made by embedding the toppings into the surface of the chocolate – I think this version looks fancier and so much more delicious!
‘Tis the season for gift guides and holiday shopping can be tricky so the more ideas the better! We’ve pulled together some gorgeous gift options for treating your loved ones – or yourself…
Unless you happen to have either a Downton Abbey style banquet hall or a very small family, hosting Thanksgiving dinner will probably involve scrounging up extra seating (office chair on wheels and the bathroom step stool) and wondering at how small your kitchen suddenly seems when its crammed full of people and every available surface is covered with food! Now, certainly this can be part of the fun, but it could also be eased slightly with a little strategy or a few helpful items…
The leaves are beginning to turn, the mornings are getting a little cooler and the season of Pumpkin-Spiced everything is upon us! Fall is actually my favourite time of year… the beautiful colours, warm fuzzy sweaters and that nostalgic back-to-school feeling of excitement and promise! And, of course, the opportunity to bring “cozyness” (invented word!) into our homes for those wonderful feelings of warmth, welcome and wellbeing! Here are a few ideas that we love for adding some cozy touches…
Places and spaces that make us feel relaxed and happy usually provide pleasant sensory experiences – the two go hand-in-hand. Think about the aroma in your favourite coffee shop, the soft sheets on your bed, a stunning view from your hotel balcony, the sound of the surf washing up the beach, the delicious flavour of your favourite ice cream! We can enjoy so many wonderful things, so why not bring these subtle layers into your space to soothe your senses and create the perfect haven for relaxing by yourself (what a treat!) or with friends and family. Take a look below for some ideas… Continue reading
The warm weather encourages us to make time to kick back and relax, to have friends over for some good food and cold beverages, and to make the most of the sunny days and long evenings by getting outside as much as possible! In the heart of the city or out in the country, your porch, patio, deck, balcony or rooftop can become an extension of your living space; an inviting place to relax and retreat from the world and a beautiful oasis for entertaining family and friends. Take a look at our mood boards below for some ideas on creating your ideal space and let us know if we can help!
The weather is warming up and the gardens are starting to re-awaken, so what better time to introduce some fresh floral colour into your home! Time to change out your Winter colours for lighter and brighter hues in soft breathable fabrics to give yourself a joyful Spring-time lift and welcome in this season of new beginnings! Continue reading
