Artwork in kitchens seems to, most often, fall into one of three categories: non-existent, kitchy relics depicting some form of fruit and vessel, or posters you had when you got your first pad, that you still love but don't have a cottage to relegate them to.The purpose of the room should never...
If you're looking for one more stocking stuffer to complete your holiday shopping, we have a feeling this special edition of TV Guide magazine will totally fit the bill. The unique issue (on newsstands now!) features easy reno tips, show-stopping recipes and celebrity kitchens. And after...
Continuing our series on DIYs from Saint John's Opera Bistro makeover, today I'm going to show you how to frame found objects. Framing is an easy and effective way to present and even transform your fave (relatively 2-D) objects. Be it obscure original art, pages cut from magazines, fabric,...
Now that the holiday season feels as if it was so long ago, we have two things on our minds here at Marla Brown Headquarters. What to do with all those fun little gifts sitting on the re-gifting shelf? And, isn't it time to host a party again? Does January have to be a no-party zone? We say no way!...
New year, new trends! Magazines and newspapers are all abuzz with their predictions for 2012, and I admit to getting a kick out of reading what's in and what's out. I usually find myself agreeing with some trends and really scratching my head at others. Here's what I think will be making it big this...
By Mike Holmes You've seen those television programs and magazine articles that offer tips on how to increase the selling price of a home with quick cosmetic fixes. Knowing how to hide existing problems with a little "lipstick and mascara" obviously helps the seller, but what about the buyer?...
I'm still shopping too, don't feel bad. Though I may just buy some flowers to accompany the brunch I'm orchestrating at the ol' homestead this Sunday. That should be enough, no? Ok, maybe not. I'm a mom now too, and I love me some gifts. I feign indifference and then am surprised at how...
1stdibs.com; beachdwelling.com; housebeautiful.com Ok so a good seven more than five, I know, but how can I limit myself to only five when discussing the chandelier? This is one kind of lamp that spells glamour, in big italic letters. Sometimes it's an understated glamour and other times it...
I see these books and my impulse is to admit defeat: I am hopeless in the garden. But after I sit with the idea, I realize my household is not completely ignorant of backyard vegetable gardening. My husband plants a little patch of arugula and chives every year (mostly to feed raccoons and...
In addition to wearing a less-than-flattering chartreuse bridesmaid's gown, you've been given the thankless task of throwing a bachelorette party (aka the stagette to us Canadian gals). Make it a memorable one with our must-have tips for planning the ultimate stagette. The Theme Firstly, decide...