Get Growing in Canadian Living

I’m so excited to start off the new year with my first article in the January issue of Canadian Living magazine. I created festive, hanging terrariums and provided the how-to steps. Another piece about Boson ferns appeared on the opening page of the Home & Garden section for the March issue. Read more »

The latest knitting trends

Knitting isn’t just for grannies anymore. Discover the latest knitting trends and how you can get in on the action. Read more »

An eco-friendly birdfeeder

Here is a link to the full article. Read more »

D.I.Y. and tote your stuff in eco-friendly style

Express yourself by making your own reusable bag following our easy instructions.

Why tote?
Grabbing a loaf of bread on your way home? Need something in which to carry your lunch and a book for the train ride to work? Forget your plastic or paper grocery bag of yore. These days, enviro-conscious folks are toting their purchases and essentials in bags of the eco-friendly variety. Read more »

Cool photo crafts

Cool photo crafts

Don’t know what to do with all those digital pics on your computer? We found ten simple ways to give your fave photos a new life Read more »

Digital craft: Personalized Valentine’s gift wrap

Create quick wrapping solutions for your sweetheart’s presents.

ou’ve bought the cinnamon hearts and whipped up some of your famous chocolate bark for your valentine. Now you’re looking for a quick and easy way to package your sweet treasures. Head to your computer to whip up some wraps faster than you can say “Cupid.” [read full article] Read more »

Desktop design

Desktop design

Banish clutter and add DIY glamour to your home office

The project: Designed patterns to create four home office accessories: a pencil holder, storage boxes, magazine holders and bulletin board planners. Read more »

Rock out for Mother’s Day

Create a work of art for Mom’s garden

Showing Mom how much you care seems to get harder every year. She tells you she has all that she needs, but you still feel a token of your affection is the best way to show how much you love her. Embellish a special stepping stone with a few of her favourite things, like flowers or birds, as well as her home address or a phrase like “Mom’s garden.” [read full article] Read more »