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Mar
01

Getaway Question of the Week: Do You Still Buy Souvenirs?

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Posted by Elana Safronsky 3/1/2010 5:58:00 PM
Do people still do that? I mean, really, what can you buy for under $10 that won't look cheap? And let's be honest here, nobody spends more than $10 for a souvenir because if they do, it ceases to be a souvenir and becomes a gift. I do, however, understand
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Feb
27

Green Watch: Personal Water Filter Bottle

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Posted by Catherine Jheon 2/27/2010 9:14:00 AM
This is such a clever little gizmo and it’s good for the environment. OK, you say, but what the heck is it? Well my friends it’s a personal water filter bottle with its own replaceable filter. The water filter lives in the top half of the bottle. You
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Feb
21

Store Review: Bling's The Name of the Game at Parliament, Vancouver

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Posted by Elana Safronsky 2/21/2010 10:59:00 PM
Soon Vancouver's virtually 'ex-' urban slum, Gastown , will have more glitz than Robson street! Parliament , a home emporium of modern glam , joins the ranks of trendy design shops and restaurants that have been nesting in this architecturally pretty
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Feb
18

Splurge vs. Steal: Fabric Shade Chandeliers

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Posted by Alicia Cox 2/18/2010 12:42:00 PM
Above: Restoration Hardware 's Rectangular Shade Chandelier, from $655-$875USD; below: Lighting Original 's Six Light Pendant Chandelier with White Textured Linen Shade, $296CAD When researching these Splurge vs. Steal posts, I'm often amazed at how much
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Feb
11

Gift Giving: A Potted Orchid - Sensuality Incarnate!

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Posted by Elana Safronsky 2/11/2010 11:21:00 PM
Why bring flowers that will flop within days, when you can bring something with a little more meaning and permanence? A potted Orchid is not only one of the most sturdy and luxurious flowers around, it's a flower that particularly befits the occasion
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Feb
08

Question of the Week: Have You Replaced Your Old TV with a Flat Screen?

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Posted by Elana Safronsky 2/8/2010 6:12:00 PM
I'm going to be honest: I have not . While I may not be a good example of someone who keeps up with the latest in electronic gadgets , I am certainly concerned with all things home, so it strikes me as odd that I've not jumped on the flat screen bandwagon.
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Feb
06

Gift Giving: Desirable Kitchen Gadgets

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Posted by Catherine Jheon 2/6/2010 9:36:00 AM
Here are three kitchen gadgets that are on my wish list for Valentine’s Day . Let’s hope the hubby is reading. I know I don’t bake enough to justify one, never mind that we have zero counter space, but I so want a KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer. Did I
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Feb
05

Top 5 Friday: Spring Trends According to HomeSense

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Posted by Vanessa 2/5/2010 1:20:00 PM
This week, HGTV.ca's coordinator Camille and I visited HomeSense 's showroom for a sneak peek at what they have (or will have) in store for spring. The showroom was set up into sweet vignettes representing each of the store's major trends and I can honestly
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Feb
03

Gift Giving: Romantic Modern Art

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Posted by Terry 2/3/2010 1:30:00 PM
Clockwise from top left: Hug Salt and Pepper Shakers ($30 US); Art Breaker Paperweight ($65 US); Miniature Heart Shaped Cone Chair ($255 US); LOVE Sculpture ($74 US) I'm a huge modern art lover and I love to give and receive art on special occasions.
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Feb
01

Video Question of the Week: Are Custom Closets a Waste of Money?

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Posted by Elana Safronsky 2/1/2010 10:05:00 AM
California Closets A few weeks ago, Alicia asked you if your closets work for you , and I was surprised to read how many people actually considered looking into custom closet systems. To be completely honest with you, I have always found them to be outrageously
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Jan
27

Gift Giving: Crate&Barrel Hearts Valentine’s

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Posted by Elana Safronsky 1/27/2010 2:32:00 PM
I don’t know if this is your thing – I’m not so into theme-y occasional tabletop – but if you are, Crate&Barrel has done a pretty classic and admirably restrained job with their Valentine’s Day offerings . Here are three picks that could certainly
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Jan
20

Gift Giving: A Valentine's Fouresome

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Posted by Elana Safronsky 1/20/2010 5:14:00 PM
Clockwise from the top: His and Hers ceramic toothbrush holders ($10 US); MIC Love pillow set ($28 US); 'Sperm Bank' ($10 US); HEART photo sleeve frame ($10 US). Is it too early to start thinking Valentine's Day ? I know it's a polarizing 'holiday', but
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Jan
12

Photo Gallery and Final Trend Summary: Canadian Home Furnishings Market

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Posted by Elana Safronsky 1/12/2010 5:05:00 PM
Tenth annual Trends Display, by André Caron and Pierre D'Anjou. The Canadian Home Furnishings Market wraps up today, and as promised, here's a hefty gallery of my favourite finds. I also spoke with one of the two designers of the show's Trends Display
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Jan
09

Sneak Peek: The Canadian Home Furnishings Market

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Posted by Elana Safronsky 1/9/2010 3:00:00 PM
Did you know that furniture is big business for Quebec? Well it is. A significant chunk of all furniture that gets produced in Canada is produced in Quebec, which is why the Quebec Furniture Manufacturers' Association puts on what is considered the most
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Jan
08

Top 5 Friday + 1: Lounge-in-your-Pajamas Seating

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Posted by Elana Safronsky 1/8/2010 3:53:00 PM
It's cold here. And if it's not cold in the rest of Canada, it's grey (looking at you, most of BC.) What does that make me think of besides vacation? Hibernation. Comfy socks, cashmere leisure suit (dream), a fine mug of fragrant tea, a proroguing (ha!)
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