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I like flannel shirts and big boots and the smell of Old Spice under my arms.  I like Britney Spears and skincare routines and I’ve tried every mascara on the planet.  I’m as well-versed in professional wrestling and competitive eating as I am in Katherine Heigl rom-coms and celebrity gossip.  I pride myself on being a girls' girl and one of the guys-- but one thing I’m...

Throwing a holiday party and still stuck on the table centerpiece?  Try this easy and inexpensive DIY Cookie Tree as a table accent.

What you'll need:

3 or 4 long twigs (approximately 2 feet tall)
6 full leaves
red spray paint
mini ornaments
A clear bowl.  Pictured here is a Pampered Chef Trifle Bowl.
12-15 Cookies with holes in the center
Ribbon

What to do:

Step 1: Take your twigs and coat...

Girlfriends, Christmas has arrived! 

Today, December 24, millions of men will make sheepish inquiries to their wives: "So, what do you want for Christmas, sweet cheeks?" (and then promptly nip out to take care of "a quick errand").  Millions of grandmas will pull out holiday cakes and cookies from the freezer to thaw (having, of course, completed the task of baking somewhere back in...

For Arts & Crafts lovers, it’s the most wonderful time of the year!  With the holidays quickly approaching, it’s only fitting to start with one of the most basic decorations: a beautiful custom made wreath. Pre-made versions are available everywhere but this no-fuss, simple and inexpensive DIY craft will wow your holiday visitors as soon as it catches their eye – and you’ll truly...

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This weekend, my Grandmother ("Oma") was in town for a visit.  By that statement, you may have guessed that she's German and by default, so am I.  It is a universal truth that Germans like a clean house; and by clean, I mean thoroughly, impeccably, eat off the ground clean. And if you're going to 'eat off the ground' it's crucial that the cleaning products...

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Fall is a great time to give your home a facelift.  Current trends are bold and sophisticated, just the way we like 'em!  The latest colour trends are uber glam browns, jewelled reds, blues, greens and purples.

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Or try a fresh yellow for a modern neutral, and then add luxurious fabrics for warmth.

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Add throws and pillows in any...

September is looming, and for those of you off to university it could mean a lot of shopping. We’ve put together a dorm makeover kit - 5 big changes for under $100!

Students love futons for their dual-purpose couch-to-bed feature, but they have to endure a lot of spills and crumbs. This Surefit fleece futon cover is only $25 and comes in a variety of basic colours.

Pair your neutral futon with...

The quickest and cheapest way to give your home a facelift is a fresh coat of paint. Paint colours on trend right now are ‘barely there’ pastels. Here are three looks that will work in almost any room in your house.

Lavender Romance

Lavender offers a serene feeling in a room and is best when accessorized with metallics and rich fabrics. The contrast of light lavender against dark wood creates a...