By Stephanie Saunders
Russian Imperial style is a classic holiday theme that is sumptuous, festive and oh-so-beautiful. When I think of a Russian Christmas, I think of imperial palaces, horse-drawn sleds, fur trimmed everything and lots of red and gold. Tips and tricks: Colour in abundance is...
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By Stephanie Saunders
Scandinavian style is perfect for a mid-winter brunch to celebrate the season with friends and family. With a bright palette of whites, silver and bits of raw wood, it's a casual style that's easy to create. Tips and tricks: Forgo table linens and celebrate the beauty of...
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By Shelley White
Parties are fun, but mountains of bills come January are not. When you're itching to host a holiday get-together, but want to keep your expenditures in check, it's best to stay away from the champagne and caviar. You can, however, put together a soiree that is festive and memorable without...
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By Iris Benaroia
There you are, driving back from the tree farm, a fresh-cut holiday conifer trussed like a turkey to the roof of your car. It savagely sways as you mount a speed bump, nearly careening off your roof. Look at you, so real and so butch - and so environmental! Or are you? Is a...
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By Heather Cameron
I have a four-year-old and, I must admit, I dread the carving of the pumpkin at Halloween. She always wants to do it herself, which, frankly, freaks me out. So, this year, we are taking a new and less "sharp" route: Paint! Acrylic, multi-coloured and a shiny moody chrome finish; stripes,...
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By Emma Reddington
This All Hallow's Eve, welcome trick-or-treaters with an easy two-step DIY -- spray painted branches and paper lantern ghosts. It's easy to do and a great way to get little hands involved. If you're pressed for time you could skip step two and just use ready made bats. Styling by Annie McDonald...
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By Sarah Jones
It's that time of year when pumpkins take on a life of their own! This year, take a different approach to pumpkin carving by adding colour. The following steps show you how to turn your pumpkins into a bat and a mummy. Mummy pumpkin materials 1 pumpkin White acrylic paint Paint...
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By Emma Reddington
Ghosts, ghouls and goblins! The spooky season is upon us and your imagination is the only limit when it comes to bedecking your home with the macabre. Pick a theme and go to town! Styling by Annie McDonald & Emma Reddington Photos by Kristin Sjaarda Distressed Pirate Mantle ...
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