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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: #444444;">Canadian summers are short, but
that doesn't mean you can’t enjoy the months that you have. I took inspiration
from a warmer climate, California, to transform a patio into an LA style
getaway in the middle of Toronto. For those of you who are seeking inspiration
to jazz up your small patio or balcony space, I have some fabulous design tips
to help you get started.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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your space - lounging with friends, or dinner around a table with family? I
opted for a living style hangout area, where I could sun on the sofa when I
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space. I choose to go with small profile L-shape sofa with lower backs so that
I didn’t close in the space or make it seem cramped. I found this great outdoor
sofa in greys and tans at </span><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="http://www.homesense.ca/en?gclid=CjwKEAjwka67BRCk6a7_h_7Pui8SJABcMkWRgjehvEKd2asFAmmlKvtB2L2Cg3qUJE8zQ92zahWFVBoCHOnw_wcB"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Homesense</span></a></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> so that my LA theme
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privacy is always an issue. I created a modern free standing privacy fence with
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: #444444;">Adding planters of different
heights to any balcony helps to keep the space interesting. Choose low
maintenance plants so you aren’t fussing with them all summer and the space
always looks great.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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greenery for easy care. If you have trouble keeping plants alive, switch to
faux. If you have a green thumb, go real/living all the way, but if that’s not
you, go faux. Great new faux options have all the beauty of living, offering a
green, lush looking patio, without any of the work.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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adding to many different colours with plants and décor, keep it simple so that
it is easy on the eyes giving the illusion of a larger area. I added a touch of
pink for that punch in my indoor outdoor pillows designed by me</span><span lang="EN-US" style="color: #18376a; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> </span><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="http://joalcorn.ca/"><span lang="EN-US" style="color: blue; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">joalcorn.ca</span></a></span><span lang="EN-GB" style="color: #18376a; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> </span><span lang="EN-US" style="color: #18376a; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">and can
be purchased on </span><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/market/jo_alcorn?ref=l2"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Etsy.ca</span></a></span><span lang="EN-GB" style="color: #18376a; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> </span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="color: #535353; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="color: #444444;">and then found a cool sign for the back fence to
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pleasing, the soft gurgling of the water gives the illusion of being near a
lake and helps to drown out road traffic. It also happens to be a great
conversation piece.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the warmer months, get out and enjoy an extension of your home in the great outdoors.
Let your creative juices flow as you create a perfect outdoor space for your
entertaining or relaxing (or both!) needs. Happy Patio Season!</span><br />
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space that is inspired by the outside? Look no further! Jo shares her top tips
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space to make it feel like you’ve brought a touch of nature inside. They are an
investment worth the price tag. </span><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="http://www.artemano.ca/"><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.artemano.ca/</span></span></a></span><span style="color: black; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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your space. If you are looking to add a little outdoor feel to your space,
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have a cozy comfortable spot to curl up on. I love the look a sectional gives a
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You can also consider a cool sofa table like this one made of drift wood from </span><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="http://www.artemano.ca/"><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.artemano.ca/</span></span></a></span><span style="color: black; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;"> -
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everything mothers do, Mother’s Day is a perfect time to say thanks. But how to
show your thanks can be a challenge. You probably want to get mom something
special that she’ll treasure, something to pamper her, or something useful.
Here are some gift suggestions I know my mom, and many mothers I know, would
love to receive.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">There is nothing like a creating art from a special photo to make mom
happy on her special day. Posterjack is my go-to for turning my </span><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;"><a href="http://t.sidekickopen01.com/e1t/c/5/f18dQhb0S7lC8dDMPbW2n0x6l2B9nMJW7t5XZs5wLZjFW3M2z188q5T4zW653gwx56dwWSf7WDPP402?t=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.posterjack.ca%2F&si=5975566737473536&pi=cfab37ba-de36-4625-91fa-88b7c1fcfc3f"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="color: black;">photos into art</span></span></a></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">. </span><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;"><a href="http://www.posterjack.ca/"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="color: black;">http://www.posterjack.ca/</span></span></a></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">This year consider an acrylic prints or blocks that are sure to wow! You
can load up your own personal pictures or choose from their stock photos as
well. </span><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;"><a href="http://www.posterjack.ca/"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="color: black;">http://www.posterjack.ca/</span></span></a></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Your mom is one of a kind, so why not delight her with a one of a kind
item from Artemano? From serving bowls to hanging lights, from nesting tables
to tea cups, this is a store where you can choose a gift that is as unique and
elegant as she is. </span><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;"><a href="http://www.artemano.ca/"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="color: black;">www.artemano.ca</span></span></a></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">If your mom is anything like mine, she is probably hanging onto old
serving dishes and trays. This year surprise her with something new that’s
functional and also brightens up her table. </span><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;"><a href="http://www.kitchenaid.ca/"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="color: black;">www.kitchenaid.ca</span></span></a></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;"> I love the KitchenAid Nesting Ceramic 4-Piece Set in almond cream.
There are so many classic and trendy colour options, you’re sure to find
something Mom will love. </span><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;"><a href="http://www.kitchenaid.ca/"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="color: black;">www.kitchenaid.ca</span></span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Does your mom love to
have gatherings over meals? Or enjoy entertaining outside? The PC home goods
and dishware from Real Canadian Superstore for the spring are stunning!
Available available at Real Canadian Superstores nationwide and select
Loblaws.</span></div>
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what to get mom, and just need to have inspiration hit, take a trip to
Bouclair. They have so many cute and inspiring pieces to choose from. This year
my favourite might just be their new mug’s just in time for Mother’s Day. <a href="http://www.bouclair.com/"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="color: black;">www.bouclair.com</span></span></a></span></div>
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Emporium is a great hidden gem for gift ideas for mom. Their stores offer
gorgeous solid wood furniture and lovely home decor accessories. From vases and
baskets to candles and linens this store promises to delight. </span><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;"><a href="http://www.wickereporium.ca/"><u><span lang="EN-US" style="color: blue; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">www.wickeremporium.ca</span></u></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Got a stylish mom on
your list who seems to have it all? Pop into Sporting Life or order online.
They have great trendy gift ideas from the stylish mom to the sporty mom you
are sure to find something that suits yours. <a href="http://www.sportinglife.ca/"><u><span style="color: blue;">www.sportinglife.ca</span></u></a></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">I may be a bit biases here but I
think adding a pop of colour in the form of a pillow is a great way to spice up
any décor. My line of throw pillows </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">are is fully washable, including the cover
and the filling; simply toss the entire pillow in the washing machine and it
comes out looking and feeling like new. Jo Alcorn Collection available at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/"><u><span style="color: blue;">www.etsy.com</span></u></a></span><br />
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I am asked to work on time and time again are kitchens and bathrooms.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Bathrooms in older homes and some builder
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space, I tend to lean towards lighter colours to help open up the space. I
often choose <a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-ca/paint-color/cc-40">http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-ca/paint-color/cc-40</a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> to freshen it up and make it as light
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recommend sticking to primarily white accessories and some funky accent pieces
in blues and greys to accent the space; <a href="https://www.bouclair.com/">https://www.bouclair.com/</a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> is a great
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maximizing space by choosing a vanity that has storage, especially if it’s a
guest bathroom or main bathroom where you might want to tuck things out of
sight. This vanity in a shade called Morning Dew is from <a href="http://www.cutlerkitchenandbath.com/">http://www.cutlerkitchenandbath.com/</a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="color: blue;"></span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> and
can be found at Lowe’s (I love that you can get it at a big box store but it
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is really the jewel of any bathroom that finishes off the space just right. This
is a perfect place to splurge. I love <a href="http://www.deltafaucet.ca/index.html">http://www.deltafaucet.ca/index.html</a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> options for a sleek and modern option
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with tile or engineered hardwood. It’s economical in a small bathroom and can
act as your primary source of heat. In this setting I used <a href="http://www.nuheat.com/">http://www.nuheat.com/</a></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> mats which are standard and
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product I have been in love with lately: plank flooring. I recently used </span><span style="font-family: Arial;"><a href="http://erthcoverings.com/">http://erthcoverings.com/</a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> planks in style called Tivoli. While
modern, it’s also warm and homey. It’s easy to maintain, durable and attractive
option for any space, and ideal for this one. With the warmth radiating from
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it’s hard to stay upbeat and not want to curl up in a ball and hibernate until
Spring. Fortunately, I have some tips to help get you out of that winter funk,
embrace our cold and dark climate, and stay warm at the same time.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;"> – You’d be surprised by the
impact colour can have on your mood. Add colour into your space with your
pillows and accessories – my Jo Alcorn dog beds and pillows have great colours
to choose from <a href="http://www.joalcorn.ca/">www.joalcorn.ca</a>. A great trick I use is to fill a mirrored tray with white or
bright accessories – this is an easy way to create a nice centerpiece that can
be changed with the seasons. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Another
easy <a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack"></a>winter DIY is to spice up your bland and outdated
accessories; sometimes all is takes is a can of spray paint and some bright
colours to really add punch to a space. I have used Krylon to spray bathroom
drawer pulls, vases and even kids accessories that need new life, and new
colour! <span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: small;">
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;"> – Honestly, there is
nothing I love doing more than curling up in front of a fire with a glass of
wine and a good book on a cold winter’s night. Create a corner in your home
that you can use as your chill-zone (without the chill that is!). If you’ve
been thinking of installing a fireplace in your space and have access to
natural gas, I love the look and feel the KozyHeat Birchwood unit (the price
point is also one of the best on the market)<span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: small;">
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have access to natural gas, there are great electric options out there (I even
have one in my own home). Dimplex has a huge assortment of units that have such
realistic flames people often mistake it for a gas unit. These units are great
for condos, small spaces and also make a great addition to a feature wall. This
year they have launched a new Prism Series that is perfect for small spaces </span><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="http://www.dimplex.com/"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">www.dimplex.com</span></a></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">. </span></div>
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and feel of natural fibers inside the home. My go to for anything nature
inspired is Artemano. They are a Canadian company that makes great one-of a
kind pieces that are nature inspired. Grab a couple of comfy chairs or stools
made from tree trunks, light some candles, and settle in with a good book. <span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="http://www.artemano.ca/"><span style="color: blue; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: small;">http://www.artemano.ca/</span></a></span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;"> – If your house is
drafty, that should be the first order of business in the winter. Fix the gaps
or even consider new windows and doors. Did you know that in the winter months
some window companies will offer you a discount since it’s not their busy
season? Total Home Window and Doors is a great Canadian company that can turn
windows and doors around for your home sometimes in as little as two weeks. <span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="http://thwindowsdoors.com/"><span style="color: blue; font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: small;">http://thwindowsdoors.com/</span></a></span></span><br />
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things I do is to ensure I get outside each day with my dogs for a brisk walk
(even that little bit of sunshine and fresh air helps). I also love anything
natural that helps boost my energy and mood so I always have my kettle handy (I
love Kitchen Aid’s blue stovetop kettle)<span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: small;">
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and</span> a selection of herbal teas or
Neurapas Balance, which is a combo of St. John’s wort, valerian root and
passionflower, to perk me up. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Finally, I
love fresh flowers and think everyone should have them in their home year-round.
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create a warm and inviting space (and keeps your feet toasty in cooler months).
Flor carpet tiles are a great way to add colour to your space and, since they
are tiles, it’s easy to mix and match so in different seasons you can change up
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these tips and suggestions to brighten your mood this winter. Wishing you warm
and cozy days!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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of a New Year I always find it a great time to update your décor and add in
some new trends, colours, textures and accessories to update your look for the coming
year. Here are my top six trends for 2016. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">Platinum, gold, copper, steel…as
long as they've got a metallic sheen, they go together. It's bling like you've
never seen before in 2016. One simple and stand out way to make a statement in
your kitchen or bathroom is by changing your faucet. I love the diversity that
Delta <em><a href="http://www.deltafaucet.ca/">www.<b>delta</b>faucet.ca/</a></em> provides; their Vero Collection will make a huge impact in your décor
this year. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Artemano <em><a href="http://www.artemano.ca/">www.<b>artemano</b>.ca/</a> </em>also has great
choices when it comes to mixed metals that will truly make a statement in your home;
add some of their one-of-a-kind pieces to really make an impact. <o:p></o:p></span><br /></div>
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Colours – </span></b><br />
<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">Adding<b>
</b>hints of pastel will infuse a room with energy! Whether it’s from your
accessories or the walls themselves, there are so many ways to bring a new
colour into your home. If you are nervous about pastels, incorporate the
trend methodically with some accent pieces to get you started. Decorium <em><a href="http://www.decorium.com/">www.<b>decorium</b>.com/</a></em> has
some great pastels in their line up – try an area rug or pillow to see if you
like the colour and you can add more as you desire. I also love trying out a
new colour in my artwork. I love using Poster Jack <em><a href="http://www.posterjack.ca/">www.<b>posterjack</b>.ca/</a> </em>which is an online service
where you </span><span lang="EN-GB" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">pick the art you want to use (or you can use
your own photos or choose from their photography), pick the frames, colour and
they ship it all to your door. Changing your art to match the trends can
be a very cost effective approach, while changing up your look completely. </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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Delight – </span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">Clean, crisp, fresh
white walls, white accessories, white furniture, you name it! White is going to
make a name for itself this year! You can’t go wrong with Benjamin
Moore’s Simply White to freshen up your space or dated pieces of furniture. Another
great way to add white to your home is to use a white bathroom vanity. Cutler
Kitchen and Bath <em><a href="http://www.cutlerkitchenandbath.com/">www.<b>cutlerkitchenandbath</b>.com/</a> </em> (a great Canadian company) is introducing a high gloss white
floating vanity in 2016 available through big box stores as part of their
boutique collection. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Gloss white is easy
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locally - </span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">Local and Canadian
made products will be buzz words for 2016 and shoppers will love to brag about
supporting the trend too. My Jo Alcorn Collection of pillows and sofas are all
designed and made in Canada <em><a href="http://www.shop.ca/c/jo-alcorn">www.<b>shop</b>.<b>ca</b>/c/<b>jo</b>-</a><b><a href="http://www.shop.ca/c/jo-alcorn"></a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null"><a href="http://www.shop.ca/c/jo-alcorn">alcorn</a></a></b></em></span><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;"> and <a href="http://www.joalcorn.ca/">www.joalcorn.ca</a> . Low carbon footprint is an important trend to
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scattered throughout the house; available in large, medium and small options,
you can choose whatever fits your home decor! If you are like me and can’t keep
a plant alive to save your life, try some faux options; Bouclair has so many to
choose from, and they add a nice hint of green to your décor. <em><a href="http://www.bouclair.com/">www.<b>bouclair</b>.com/</a> </em><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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statement with your walls in 2016 is with wall decals. They are easy to install
and make a huge impact. A great online resource for ideas and www.uwdecals.com
they have patterns to suit all styles and are super easy to install. <em><a href="http://www.uwdecals.com/">www.uwdecals.com/</a></em></span><br />
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are. Not all my gifts are decor pieces. It’s often function that I look for in holiday
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in a charity. Bouclair recently launched a campaign with Starlight Foundation
where all proceeds from the purchase of their Nutcracker Oscar goes to the
foundation – a great stocking stuffer, table place card or center piece at only
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luxuriously soft comfort of the Sunbeam new heated throw. Its deep colour and
soft royal mink plush fabric (faux of course) make it the perfect gift for cold
winter nights. It also has a great safety feature: it turns off in three hours
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and healthy eating. As the New Year approaches I’m sure you’ll hear of many
people who want to get healthy for their resolution – why not help them this
year? Panasonic has a great new slow juicer that features a superior slow
squeezing system that protects nutrients for maximum juicing results. On top of
that, its sleek and compact design will add elegance to any kitchen countertop.
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great gift if you want to pamper yourself or if you really want to go above and
beyond for that special someone on your list. As a bonus not only does it look
pretty, it has the durability of stainless steel and is the only
induction-capable set.<span style="color: #0f7001;"> </span><span style="color: purple;"><a href="http://kitchenaid.ca/"><span style="color: blue;">KitchenAid.ca</span></a></span></span><br />
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love to give back. During the holidays, if that someone on your list already
has everything they want or need, why not give them something that will help
someone else? Plan Canada has so many great options from colourful eco friendly
necklaces, to clean water for families, to helping to send a girl to school. I
am a huge animal advocate so I love the idea of gifting a goat to help impact a
family’s health and income. These are truly meaningful and heart warming gifts
to give and receive. <span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="http://www.plangifts.ca/"><span style="color: purple;">http://www.plangifts.ca/</span></a></span></span></span></div>
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bar. Set up the fixings, print your favourite drink recipes and play bartender
for the night. Your guests will love this! I love the look of the new
KitchenAid Torrent Blender. The unique front-loading design is so stylish I’d
even recommend you keep it on your counter year round as an accent piece.
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fits nicely onto a bedroom side table and it also looks great. It doubles as a
nighttime light and instead of waking up to a blaring alarm, it wakes you up
gently by gradually increasing the light in your room (like a natural sunrise),
which helps people to wake up in a more pleasant state of mind. This year, help
someone start the New Year off right each morning. </span><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="http://www.philips.ca/"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">http://www.philips.ca/</span></a></span><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: text1;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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myself in a hardware store throughout the month of December, as I’m sure do
many others who might be trying to spice up their space before company arrives.
So make your time count and double duty your trip. On a recent trip to RONA <a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack"></a>home and garden I discovered they have some great gift ideas
and amazing holiday décor. I fell in love with their winter wonderland
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to nature. Artemano has some great and unique ideas that are truly one-of-a-kind
pieces. I really enjoy popping into their store and finding something that
speaks to me and the person I am buying it for. On my last trip I fell in love
with their glass bowl teak root candle holders which fit nicely into one of
their unique trays – making the perfect hostess gift. </span></span><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="http://www.artemano.ca/"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.artemano.ca/</span></span></a></span><span class="MsoHyperlink"><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: text1;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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great, you can wrap up your holiday shopping easily. Just remember to write
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getting shorter and shorter, it’s imperative to get the sleep your body (and
mind) needs. We sleep a third of our days away (or we should!) so your bedroom ought
to be a sanctuary that induces sleep the moment you step into it.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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and routine that really works for me.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;"><strong>Backbone of Your Bedroom</strong></span><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> – </span></i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: #444444;">The bed is the masterpiece of the room. So not only
should it look great, it should also be beyond comfortable. When choosing a bed,
personal preference is key. Do you want it firm, soft, what size fits the room
and so on. I tend to go to a store that specializes in just beds when making
this large purchase. Sleep Country was amazing at taking me through exactly
what I needed and helping me choose just the right bed. I also find a headboard
is such a great addition to any room. It can act as a décor piece as well –
this is one I recently launched in my Jo Alcorn Furniture collection available
at shop.ca</span> </span></div>
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physical space is uncomfortable then it’s going to be even <span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">harder to hit the hay. Invest in a
good quality pillow to rest your precious head down on at night. I recently
launched my own pillow line that is lush, 100% cruelty free, clean of chemicals
and fully washable plus Canadian made (also</span> available at shop.ca)<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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like fresh flowers in your bedroom to help set the mood. When I found out there
was a flower out there that could actually help me sleep all I could think was ‘double
duty!’ … but this kind of flower is not something you display. It’s a natural
supplement I heard of years ago that helps to calm my running brain at night; I
literally used to hit the hay and start designing rooms in my sleep.
Passionflower is a natural supplement that helps calm my busy brain so I can
get a good night’s sleep and be rested and alert for my clients in the morning.
(Pascoflair has truly been my nighttime life saver </span><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="http://pascoflair.ca/"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="color: blue;">http://pascoflair.ca</span></span></a></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">)</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">Curtain Conundrum </span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">– I love light in my bedroom! I
like waking up to the sun streaming into my bedroom but after recently speaking
with Holistic Nutritionist </span><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="http://jennpike.com/http:/jennpike.com/"><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;"><span style="color: blue;">Jenn Pike</span></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;"> (www.jennpike.com) who gave me
some tips on sleep, I am re-thinking the light situation in my bedroom. One of
the most important things she told me was that any amount of light that comes
into my bedroom will impede my sleep routine. She said if you were to invest in
one thing for your bedroom, it should be black-out blinds or an eye mask. You
can pick up black-out blinds or curtains relatively inexpensively from </span><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="https://www.bouclair.com/?gclid=Cj0KEQjwnrexBRDNmZzNkf7c4c4BEiQALnlxhRHmJjNTM-sirm71InjZ30LCpTqt199tg__Pkhs1VgsaAivT8P8HAQ"><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;"><span style="color: blue;">Bouclair Home</span></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">. If you are on a tighter budget,
you can use an eye mask – my new personal favourite is a </span><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="http://www.bedbathandbeyond.ca/store/product/bucky-reg-40-blinks-ultralight-sleep-mask/1043238446"><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;"><span style="color: blue;">Blinks Ultralight Sleep Mask</span></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;"> that I picked
up from Bed Bath and Beyond. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Temperature Tantrum –</span></b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> </span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Your bedroom should be the ideal temperature for you
to sleep soundly; not too hot and not too cold. I love the feel of a rug on the
floor when I hop out of bed, instead of my feet hitting a cool floor. For my
space I chose a gorgeous rug from mirens.com. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I also like tend to cuddle up and read in bed
to wind down and hate getting into a freezing cold space. </span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;">I</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> have a great Sunbeam heated blanket that I turn on while I get
ready for bed that heats up my bedding to the perfect temperature.
Available at a number of retailers including </span><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/product/sunbeam-reg-therapedic-heated-mattress-pad/3256372?Keyword=sunbeam"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="color: blue;">Home Outfitters.</span></span></a></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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event I also learned that the number one thing that keeps you up at night
is…your pet! I love my fur-babies but now know if I am truly going to get the
sleep I need they are going to have to get the boot from the bedroom. Creating
their own sleep retreat in a safe and cozy area, with a great bed will ensure
you (and they) get their zzz’s. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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sleep of your life. After all, not only do you need sleep, you deserve a
peaceful night’s rest. I wish you all sweet dreams, in a great bedroom.
Goodnight!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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is that a designer’s main focus is making things “pretty’…sure that is one
element we focus on but even more importantly we want to make sure a home is
safe and efficient so the homeowner can enjoy it visually but also rest at ease
that it is structurally sound as well as of having utilized the space
effectively. Here are the top five things I often help homeowners with that
might not have crossed your mind (but should!) when hiring a designer.</span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-themecolor: text1;"> <img alt="Alcorn" class="photo" src="http://storage.torontosun.com/v1/dynamic_resize/sws_path/suns-prod-images/1297595148424_ORIGINAL.jpg?quality=80&size=420x" title="" /><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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into the nooks and crannies of many homes. Basements and bathrooms are the
prime spots for mold to grow, as is any other location prone to moisture. A
good designer will demand mold is fully removed before carrying on with any
project. As soon as mold is found, the space should be sealed off to prevent
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have animals or small children so I always turn to products that are safe for
kids and pets. One of my favourites is Concrobium Mold Control. It’s a bleach
free, Health Canada-registered non-toxic solution that’s safe to use even with
kids and pets around. You can either hire a professional to remove the
mold or it’s so simple that many of the homeowners I work with do it
themselves. All they do is rent a machine called a Fogger from The Home Depot
tool rental department, add a jug of Concrobium and mist the space. It
will kill the mold and leave an invisible anti microbial shield to prevent the
mold from returning. This product is so safe that youngsters and furry family
members can be in the house as the process is completed. <br />
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this is something that your designer can help you with but think again.
Ensuring proper materials are used from the inside out should be a priority,
and especially so, if you’ve had to remove mold. You want to ensure mold does
not return, which is why I lean towards materials that will help ensure a mold
free home. Certainteed offers a great product called Membrain that prevents
moisture and air, it is also designed to help wall cavities breathe and stay
dry by allowing any dampness to escape. In the winter, it adapts to humidity
levels to prevent vapour from entering the wall cavity, and in summer, it
prevents moisture build up. Another thing I love about this company is that
their products are sustainable (a key factor for companies I choose to partner
with); their insulation is made with recycled and renewable content including a
plant-based binder that is formaldehyde-free and contains no harsh acrylics,
dyes or unnecessary chemicals.
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-themecolor: text1;"> – Another key factor in a demolition type renovation is
choosing windows and doors that fit not only the style but the family’s
functionality. Are there small children to consider, should the windows open
inward or outward, are there safety features and are there cleaning concerns.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I recently discovered a Canadian company that
makes, manufactures, delivers and installs windows and doors in sometimes as
little as a two week turn around time (this is fantastic when working on tight
designer deadlines). Total Home Window and Doors is one of the largest window
and door replacement companies in Canada and as an added bonus they offer a
lifetime warranty on their products. This is a company I can stand behind with
the added bonus of making my clients feel protected for years to come.
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styles, textures, patterns, materials, the list goes on. Flooring is essential
to get input from a designer on. It’s labour intensive to install and not
something you can (or want to) switch up every couple years; therefore, you
want to make sure you pick a material, colour and pattern that you can live
with (and love) for years to come. While hardwood or laminate is perfect for
some projects, one of my favourite elements to work with is natural stone. It’s
environmentally friendly, easy to care for, durable, and adds a unique feature
to any space. On a recent project I worked with </span><span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-themecolor: text1;">ErthCOVERINGS, who offers natural
stone flooring and wall coverings.</span><br />
<span lang="EN-GB" style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-themecolor: text1;">A new trend in feature walls is to add stone
veneer to one wall within the space. I love that I can mix and match the floor
and wall options to create a sharp design with a feature wall that is truly
unique.
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older homes. Typical questions include what is the most economical selection,
how to cut down on heating bills, and how to choose the right option within the
room. One option I love, which feels luxurious, is in-floor heating.
Surprisingly, it’s much more economical than most people think. You can install
electric radiant floor heating under tile, stone and laminate/engineered wood
floors; Nuheat makes custom mats, like an electric blanket, that perfectly fits
the areas you would like to heat. Something interesting is that Nuheat
provides 12 watts per square foot so it can actually in some instances replace
costly baseboard heaters. Another great feature from Nuheat is they offer a
WiFi-enabled thermostat allowing you to control your heating from a free app on
your smartphone so when you head out of town or are coming back from a long
trip you can adjust it remotely. You can also monitor your usage so you know
know where your bill is going hourly, weekly and monthly and modify it as
needed.
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of these areas on your own, a designer’s input can be invaluable. Designers are
educated on all your options, know of recent developments and new product introductions,
and have more than just the final look in mind. Work with a designer to get the
practicalities right…and then we’ll make it look pretty too!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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get asked is “what products are best with kids or pets?”. Most people
believe that you have to give up fashion for function; well I am here to tell
you that you don’t have to give up anything; you can definitely have fashion
and function in your household with these helpful tips!<u5:p></u5:p></span><span style="color: black;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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main thing to think about is if the product is washable and durable. When
buying a sofa think about it like you do with sheets and thread count.
For fabrics it’s called a rub count – the wear and tear that comes from
someone sitting down or getting up from an upholstered seat. <u5:p></u5:p></span><span style="color: black;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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sofa with fabric make sure you use a fabric with a high rub count. I recommend
50,000 or higher for active households with kids and pets. 3,000 double rubs
equals one year's worth of use. <u5:p></u5:p></span><span style="color: black;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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fabric try and find one that has a bit of a texture. This will help hide wear
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">A helpful tip for pet
owners is to choose furniture pieces that are the same as your animal’s
colouring. This helps your space seem cleaner with less pet hair showing. I
have white Jack Russell’s so my entire house is white! I look like an
amazing housekeeper because their dog hair is hidden, so white fabrics are a
lifesaver for me! <u5:p></u5:p></span><span style="color: black;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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dressing up your furniture use fun accent pillows. Think you can’t use designer
pillows with kids and pets around? Think again – my new line is fully washable,
hypoallergenic, cruelty free, reversible, recyclable and Canadian made – both
accent pillows and dog beds to match! So no need to worry about messy hands or
dirty paws, you can now throw the entire pillow in the wash and it comes out
looking better than new every time.<u5:p></u5:p></span><span style="color: black;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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suggest going with something that looks better with age and a little wear and
tear. Artemano has some amazing live edge tables that will stand the test of
the time and add life to your space at the same time. Also look at adding a
salvage wood coffee table, the worn out wood is perfect for busy households
that like to eat or do homework in the family room. The table adds fashion and
function to any space and adds a little stress free living for you at the same
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flooring, make sure you choose a tile, hardwood or laminate with a bit of a
flex or multiple hues in it as it will help hide the dirt and dust. A solid
dark colour will be your enemy so steer clear! Go with middle grade
colours and hues. Laminate hardwood flooring has come a long way, they are
durable, stylish, and great for dog nails, kid’s toys, and they also don’t show
traffic marks or sun damage, plus easy to keep clean! If you want
to take it one step further with an even more durable floor check out Creekside
Tile’s porcelain wood flooring, it looks just like wood planks. Comes in
multiple colours and you can have radiant flooring underneath it. Plus your
kids or pets will have a hard time destroying it, I don’t care how big or strong
they are!<u5:p></u5:p></span><span style="color: black;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> <u5:p></u5:p></span><span style="color: black;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Now when it comes to
your walls, a good giveaway if a house has kids or pets - you’ll see nicks and
marks everywhere. Para Paint Elite Paint and Primer all in one is a 100%
acrylic latex formula, ceramic micro-sphere technology for a strong finish,
durable, high hiding, scrub-able, stain resistant, ideal for walls in high
traffic areas, doors and trim. So again don’t worry about the
colour, think about the materials within the
products. <u5:p></u5:p></span><span style="color: black;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">So just because you have
kids or pets doesn’t mean you have to give up the love of light colours or a
neutral colour scheme or nice decor. You can have it all if you make sure you
have the right materials that are washable and durable. The moral of the
story is you can have a stylish house that is functional all the time; fashion
and function can live under one roof!</span><span style="color: black;"><u5:p></u5:p><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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creating a cozy dinning space in an awkward 5 foot by 8 foot </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">space for a cottage makeover. I
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">With tiny spaces, my big tips are
always to exploit every square inch and use visual </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">tricks to create the illusion of
space. Use all wall space, surrounding space and floor </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">space possible<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">Go vertical. Instead of using one
big piece of art in a small space, use multiple smaller<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7QGXPF0JmKA/VdzmaRnThDI/AAAAAAAADcM/Jo22L00mUI0/s1600/SLIDE%2B3_MG_0641.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7QGXPF0JmKA/VdzmaRnThDI/AAAAAAAADcM/Jo22L00mUI0/s320/SLIDE%2B3_MG_0641.jpg" width="213" /></a><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">pieces. It makes the space seem
more expansive than is really is. For this feature wall I </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">used a variety of art from an
online source - </span><span style="color: blue; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">http://www.posterjack.ca/</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">. You go online, </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">pick the art you want to use (or
you can use your own), pick the frames and colour, and<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">they ship it all to your door.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Cambria","serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria;"><o:p> </o:p></span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">To enhance the cottage feel, for
the feature wall I also used a variety of stag heads (faux<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZmHoZC7uyGE/Vdzn4b8sX4I/AAAAAAAADcg/K0uUxUuEdLQ/s1600/SLIDE%2B6%2BMG_0616.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZmHoZC7uyGE/Vdzn4b8sX4I/AAAAAAAADcg/K0uUxUuEdLQ/s320/SLIDE%2B6%2BMG_0616.jpg" width="213" /></a><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">of course) found at Home Sense,
which I mix and matched with in the photos. The great </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">thing here is that you can just
keep adding to the feature wall as you find things that<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">match.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">The most important piece of all is
the table – it’s where you gather around and make </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">lasting memories. For this space I
chose a gorgeous five-foot-long, wood-topped </span><span style="color: #0072bd; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">table<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span style="color: #0072bd; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">from Artemano with sturdy metal
legs</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">, which
anchors the room.</span><br />
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mNgUv7cCjc0/VdznYbT4p_I/AAAAAAAADcY/t3TlyWwTbZk/s1600/SLIDE%2B5_MG_0624.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mNgUv7cCjc0/VdznYbT4p_I/AAAAAAAADcY/t3TlyWwTbZk/s320/SLIDE%2B5_MG_0624.jpg" width="213" /></a><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">Seating was carefully chosen. Two
wooden stools with raw unfinished edges — also </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">from </span><span style="color: blue; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">Artemano </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">— add a “farmhouse twist.” For
small space dining areas, I recommend </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">chairs that tuck under the table
when not in use.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">For the captains chairs, I also
chose a version from </span><span style="color: blue; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">Artemano </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">which are thinner than </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">usual captain chairs and tuck
nicely into the side of the table. This allows more walking </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">space surrounding the area when
meals are done.</span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">In a small space I love to go big
on colour. For this table setting, I used bright and bold </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">patterns from </span><span style="color: blue; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">Home Sense </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">that were mixed and matched to
create this gorgeous brunch </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">setting. Setting the table is
certainly a time where you can bring in bold colours and<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">really make a statement.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">For this space I chose a funky
modern light that casts great shadows at night, and by </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">day is beautiful enough to be
considered art. The understated colour gets noticed, yet </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">doesn’t stealing attention from
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">By carefully piecing this room
together, a small space has the illusion of being much </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "ArialMT","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-family: ArialMT;">larger than
it is, and the room’s functionality has improved as much as its beauty.</span></div>
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pieces like sofas, ottomans, chairs, sectionals, headboards and more…without
the designer budget. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="color: #262626; font-family: "Calibri Light","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode"; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-themetint: 217;">Each piece was created with the mind-set that people want a
designer look but can’t always afford the luxury to hire a professional. This
line mixes fun fabrics that play with different colours and patterns to create
that one-of-a-kind custom look so many people crave but might not be able to
afford or know where to start.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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was so excited to create pieces that have a unique flare,” says Jo Alcorn,
interiors expert. “The line has modern youthful lines with a touch of classic
elements. I am excited for this collection because it is fashion forward,
functional at the same time and there is something everyone can enjoy!”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span style="color: #262626; font-family: "Calibri Light","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-themetint: 217;">Jo’s
furniture line is manufactured locally by Eztia, Ontario. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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will also be showcasing and her new Dog Bed Collection with coordinating Pillows.
<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: #262626; font-family: "Calibri Light","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-themetint: 217;"><o:p> </o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="color: #262626; font-family: "Calibri Light","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-themetint: 217;">Man’s best friends’ sleeping quarters just got more stylist with the help
of Canadian designer Jo Alcorn. While pet owners inevitably love to cuddle and
snuggle their furry friends, it’s also great for their dogs to have a place of
their own where they can curl up – and why can’t that be a stylish retreat?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span lang="EN-GB" style="color: #262626; font-family: "Calibri Light","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-themetint: 217;"><o:p> </o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="color: #262626; font-family: "Calibri Light","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-themetint: 217;">“I am a huge dog lover and I have two dogs of my own,” say designer Jo
Alcorn. “I wanted to create a pet bed that was not only comfortable and
practical for my fur-babies, but I also wanted them to reflect my own personal
style and act as an extension of my home-décor.” <br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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in the market. These beds have a StaminaFibre® filling. These beds are
reversible and </span><span lang="EN-GB" style="color: #262626; font-family: "Calibri Light","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode"; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-themetint: 217;">fully washable, including
the cover and the filling; simply toss the entire pillow in the washing machine
and it comes out looking and feeling like new. Each bed/pillow has hypoallergenic
down-like feather filling, is reversible, was created and manufactured cruelty
free, is recyclable and Canadian Made.</span><span lang="EN-GB" style="color: #262626; font-family: "Calibri Light","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-themetint: 217;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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at the paint store. Today the sky is the limit when planning for a nursery.
Coming from someone who loves breaking design rules, I was excited when a
client came to me with a baby girl’s nursery proposal that was far from
traditional.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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lifestyle and existing rooms within the house. What quickly became clear was
their love of rustic, clean and the unexpected. And so, that was the starting point
for my nursery design … and how the barn wood accent wall was born. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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that created a subtle wow factor and set the mood perfectly. The colour scheme
of white, grey and hints of pastels was an easy choice after the accent wall came
together. A fresh coat of JoJo whitewash paint from Para Paint gave the room a
bright and friendly feel. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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colour for a girl’s crib and dresser – a misty grey Fisher Price Lakeland Crib from
Sears. I loved how that out of the ordinary colour worked so perfectly in this
setting. I selected a matching grey dresser with a change pad on top for
multi-functionality and to ensure its longevity; being used now and as the
child grows.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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room was the true winner for my clients to fall in love with the design idea. After
having a directional colour scheme map, really everything else came together
quite nicely. Especially when I found the grey glider swivel chair from Lil
Niblets that almost matches the crib and dresser perfectly to balance off the
other side of the room.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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a similar grey in the side panels on the window, again another unexpected
choice. While shopping at Bouclair Home I feel in love with their metal cloud
like ceiling light and book shelf’s. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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like the Mobil and handmade wool dolls from Blah Blahs, which was also a play
on the rustic love found throughout the rest of their home. Adding unique
patterns within the bedding and few art pieces from Lil Niblets helped pull the
feel together plus the direction of a bird subject/flying through the sky theme
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ENy_cnmyl84/VbaH3dycD4I/AAAAAAAADZ0/-SK6xIw3NFk/s1600/1B8A1749.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span style="color: black;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ENy_cnmyl84/VbaH3dycD4I/AAAAAAAADZ0/-SK6xIw3NFk/s320/1B8A1749.jpg" width="213" /></span></a><span style="color: #595959; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-themetint: 166;"><span style="color: black;">Flooring is always important to consider, and especially so
here since the little one will be crawling and walking before you know it.
Considering who would be on the flooring, I wanted an option that was safe and
easy to maintain. I turned to Flor carpet squares since they are easy to
install, easy to replace if one gets ruined and easy to clean, with the bonus
of having stylish patterns to choose from. I didn’t want the floor to be the
main focus so I decided to go with a simple textured patterned to</span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack"></a><span style="color: black;"> tie in the grey tones.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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blue and pinks, yellows and greens people commonly associate with nurseries, this
has a timeless look while being very modern and still ideal for a child. Start
thinking outside the traditional for nurseries, and you’ll create a look and
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Missed the Marilyn Denis episode watch it online: <a href="http://www.marilyn.ca/AtHome/segments/Daily/July2015/7_9_2015/CreatingDreamCloset">http://www.marilyn.ca/AtHome/segments/Daily/July2015/7_9_2015/CreatingDreamCloset</a></h3>
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We all dream of creating our dream closet, but it can be difficult to choose the products to do it.<br />
Designer, Jo Alcorn, shares some of the items that can transform a dull space into a Hollywood star-worthy closet.</div>
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If you can spare the space why not transform an unused room into a spacious closet!<br />
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<strong>Every space needs a wow factor whether its statement pieces, colour, accents </strong></div>
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<li>Use inspirational piece like flashy, bright wallpaper</li>
<li> Opt for functional yet practical and stylish pieces</li>
<li> A custom built-in closet system can work wonders for maximizing your space</li>
<li> Identify different hanging areas for specific areas and organize each one</li>
<li> Black felted hangers prevent clothing from falling off so that everything looks pristine</li>
<li> Colour blocking your closet acts as its own decoration</li>
<li> Install a full length mirror so you can see your outfit from head to toe</li>
<li> A nice chair makes trying on shoes easy</li>
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<strong>Think outside of the box for clever ways to store items</strong></div>
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<li> Umbrella can hold yoga mats, shoe horns, etc…</li>
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<li>Vintage suitcases look stunning stacked together and create extra storage </li>
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<li> Screw the bottom of a paint can on the wall and put your shoes in them plus it turns your wall into an art piece</li>
<li> A kitchen rod can serve as a necklace stand</li>
</ul>
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<li> Use a towel rack for shoe storage to showcase them beautifully or as an accessory hanger</li>
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<strong>Paint Provided By:</strong></div>
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<em>Dulux</em></div>
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www.dulux.ca </div>
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Azalea Pink</div>
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43RR 19/444</div>
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<strong>Resource Guide:</strong></div>
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<em>IKEA</em></div>
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www.ikea.ca </div>
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<li> Folding chair</li>
<li> Towel holder</li>
<li> Rod </li>
<li> Hook pack </li>
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<em>UMBRA</em></div>
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www.umbra.com </div>
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<li> Umbrella Stand</li>
<li> Leaning ladder</li>
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<em>Decorator’s Own:</em></div>
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<li> Vintage suitcases</li>
<li> Empty paint cans</li>
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Jo Alcorn</div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Who said
you can’t do a dark colour in a small space? I’ve always loved to break the
design rules, and I am delighted with the small bathroom makeover I just did. Current
design trends are leaning toward dark wall colours, so I tested it out. A piece
of advice: if you are intimidated by, or leery of a design trend, try applying it
to a smaller area to ensure you love it prior to working on a larger space. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Case in point - I took on this once blah
bathroom and transformed it into a moody, conversational design heaven. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">First
thing first, the wall colour. Yes, it is black! I went with a matt finish for a
bit of drama and to be a little different all at once. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Black cabinets and walls are on the top trend
list this year, so I wanted to see what all the fuss was about …. now I get it!
I love the drama it adds!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Then I
found this great white gloss Canadian made vanity from Cutler Kitchen and Bath.
The single drawer offers more storage than<a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack"></a> the old vanity
with two doors, since the back portion of the vanity can now be accessed. I
love that its floating application exposes more of the floor – always a great
trick to making a small space seem larger. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">My DIY
project was spray painting the handle that came with the vanity to have a
vintage brass finish to keep with the room’s colour scheme. If you can’t find
the exact piece or finish, don’t be afraid to alter something to make it
perfect for your design concept. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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de la crème in this space is the stunning Delta Champagne faucet with the matching
wall towel rack. It truly is the jewelry of the bathroom, and it was the
perfect starting point to introducing brass and gold as the accent colours within
this small bathroom. I tied in more of that brassy gold colour in the moody
vanity wall light and my Etsy find vintage brass wall-art birds. Other bonus
finds were the vintage pieces on the glass shelf above the toilet, which tied
perfectly into my colour scheme.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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mirror added a different dimension and twist to the hard lines that the room had.
I always like to add round elements to a space for character and interest, plus
it softens the harshness. </span></div>
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the colour, art work is a conversation starter. Here I used my own photograph
of a swan, printed through Poster Jack online, to add a personal touch and
uniqueness to the space. Artwork is the ideal way to tie in your own interests
and add a very personal element to any space. This image also connected to the
birds on the wall – tying all the elements into a single cohesive design.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Changing
out the curtain rod to a dark brass finish and adding a white shower curtain
from Bed Bath and Beyond balanced off the white vanity and toilet on the
opposite wall; again, making all individual elements into one consistent and
interconnected look.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Overall, the
contrast of white and black makes the room seem bigger and adds interest to
this small space. Who knew such a boring space could be so dramatically changed
by the use of colour? The bathrooms footprint stayed the same; however, it
looks like an entirely different room and the best part is, it didn’t break the
bank! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Jo was just on the Marilyn Denis Show talking:</span> </h1>
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<span style="font-size: small;">How to Decorate with Black and White</span></h1>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Ease Into Drama</span><br />
Start with pillows to get motivated before you fully commit to a bold space. Or begin with a smaller room, like a den or bathroom; you don’t necessarily need to make the main living room the most dramatic. <section class="middle column wide"><div class="module bodyText branding-1592 first odd">
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If you’re afraid of a white sofa and black walls, reverse the look for a black sofa and white walls. The look should be classic, yet playful. Reinvent it to keep it current and modern. <br />
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Furniture Scale</h3>
We don’t all have the space for a large sofa; thankfully small pieces make a space seem bigger.<br />
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<br /> Mix your Golds</h3>
Everyone talks about mixing metals, but what’s really interesting is mixing warm metallics, like brass, bronze, rose gold and gold. <br />
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<br /><img alt="640CoffeeTableDecor.jpg" src="http://www.marilyn.ca/getattachment/Daily/May2015/5_21_2015/BlackAndWhiteDecor/content/Text/640CoffeeTableDecor.jpg" style="height: 427px; width: 640px;" title="640CoffeeTableDecor.jpg" /><br /> Conversation Starters</h3>
Add drama to any space with unusual pieces, like a big art wall, antlers, vintage pieces, or an oversized lamp.<br />
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<img alt="640Paintings.jpg" src="http://www.marilyn.ca/getattachment/Daily/May2015/5_21_2015/BlackAndWhiteDecor/content/Text/640Paintings.jpg" style="height: 427px; width: 640px;" title="640Paintings.jpg" /> <br />
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<br /> Console Table as a Media Stand</h3>
Think outside of the box for a media stand and opt for a decorative console table with cubes underneath it for extra seating options. This will add visual interest to your TV wall. <br />
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<br /><img alt="640TallTableDecor.jpg" src="http://www.marilyn.ca/getattachment/Daily/May2015/5_21_2015/BlackAndWhiteDecor/content/Text/640TallTableDecor.jpg" style="height: 427px; width: 640px;" title="640TallTableDecor.jpg" /><br /> Big Plants are making a Comeback</h3>
Add height with a fiddle fig plant. Dramatic, large plants are coming back into style.<br />
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<strong>Paint provided by:</strong><br />
Dulux<br />
www.dulux.ca<br />
Dark Secret 00NN 05/000<br />
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<strong>Resource Guide:</strong><br />
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<em>Decorium</em><br />
www.decorium.com<br />
Camille Settee, $ 1599<br />
Aida Accent Chair, $ 1399<br />
Mill Street Console Table, $ 1499<br />
Rolando Ottoman, $ 577<br />
Arcadia Cocktail Table, $ 2499<br />
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<em>HomeSense</em><br />
www.homesense.ca<br />
Lamps<br />
Rug<br />
Pillows<br />
Miscellaneous Accessories<br />
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<em>Love The Design</em><br />
www.lovethedesign.com<br />
Fiddle Fig Plant<br />
Wall Art<br />
Vases<br />
Antlers<br />
White Paper Plant Bag<br />
Vintage Trophies</div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">When the warm
weather arrives and you move your dinner parties outside, having an outdoor
oasis is every entertainer’s dream. While you might think a successful dinner
party requires sophisticated settings and mulit-course meals, just the opposite
is true. All that’s required to create an enjoyable evening is appealing food,
good company, and a welcoming setting. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">While I
leave the recipes and guest list up to you, I can certainly help with the hospitable
setting. I recently enjoyed working on a client’s cottage patio, designing the
perfect space for a summer full of fun dinner parties.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VCcKI3wynR0/VU49iBD_mZI/AAAAAAAADXI/du42P1W5WTQ/s1600/_MG_8416.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VCcKI3wynR0/VU49iBD_mZI/AAAAAAAADXI/du42P1W5WTQ/s320/_MG_8416.jpg" width="213" /></a><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">First thing
first – you need a good floor. When we began, my client’s patio was covered in
kitchen porcelain tiles which were slippery, ugly and impractical for our
weather. I turned to EON Deck and Patio Tiles from The Home Depot. They are
super simple to lay-down and click together easily in a variety of patterns. They
are such an easy solution to update any space, large or small. They can cover
up existing mistakes or be the new ground under your feet. These tiles
completely transformed my client’s space and gave it a clean and inviting place
to begin the makeover design plan. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Fresh paint works
wonders to update any space. The existing paint here was distracting and dated
so we applied fresh paint. Exterior paint from Para has longevity and instantly
brightened up the area. Go the extra mile and paint all the trim work too –
that additional effort will complete the fresh new look and feel. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p> </o:p></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">With your
space in good shape, it’s time to add in the key components. To have a great
dinner party, you need a great table to gather around. This table is a find
from The Home Depot which seats six, has a sleek design and is comfortable for
long conversations. This set has stunning appeal and fit the space perfectly.
The chairs even stack for easy winter storage, and have removable bottom
cushions. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p> </o:p></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Every great
table needs a great umbrella. An umbrella not only has the obvious task of
providing shade, it also helps define your outdoor dining room. I found these
colourful lanterns from PC Home at the Real Canadian Superstore; hung on the umbrella
pillars, they provide warm mood lighting, and even a touch of romance. Tip: Be sure
to add a hook and a stopper to the location of where you want the lanterns to
hang under the umbrella, otherwise they will move around as the wind catches
them. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Adding to
the mood lighting, are the battery operated lanterns from The Home Depot. These
are strategically set around the perimeter of the deck, where no one will trip
over them, and they define the patio area. These lanterns have the bonus of
built-in timers without having to sacrifice style.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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china…don’t get overly fussy with china. An eclectic mix feels more laid-back
and it is a great conversational starter. Outdoor dishware has come a long way
– you can now find stunning colours and patterns that are as nice, or nicer, than
your indoor set. Mixing collections together is a fun and easy way to
create interest at any table. And don’t fuss with table clothes or placemats –
use chargers instead. The PC Home collection has a great selection of chargers
and outdoor dishware that can either be mixed and match or pieced together for a
fun table-scape that will get the dinner conversation flowing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">No outdoor
party would be complete with out a BBQ. The homeowners love to cook so we chose
this stunning gas grill from Weber which is ideal for entertaining. It has a
multitude of features like Flavourizer bars to eliminate flare-ups, and a fuel
gauge so you never run-out mid dinner party. <a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack"></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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dinner parties, I am a fan of a stocked bar cart. Not only is a cart convenient
for holding supplies, it is a splendid accessory in setting the mood for a
notable diner party. Pile glasses on your cart, store the plates and silverware,
and use it as much needed outdoor counter space and a self serving zone. Wheel
it back to the kitchen if you run low on supplies, or, in the case of this
cart, carry the top tray into the kitchen to refresh if you don’t need the
whole unit. The bar cart is an essential for a good party hostess.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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finishing touch on your patio oasis, including plants in different elevated
planters completes the overall feel and sets the mood for many meals and
conversations spent with family and friends during the glorious outdoor season.
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EKK the before . . . what a change! <br />
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comes with a hefty price tag. Add in the belief that a child’s room needs to
re-done every few years as they grow and their tastes change, and this task
goes from daunting to discouraging. But it doesn’t have to be! A few simple
steps can take it from chore to fun – for everyone!<br />
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First and foremost, think long term. The design should
incorporate elements and furniture that can grow with your child through their
years, carrying them from childhood to tweens to their teen years. Don’t get
carried away with a character themed room; think more generic with colour
choices and include small, replaceable (read: economical) objects to
incorporate their latest character obsessions</div>
<o:p><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_3L7GA21dl8/VSgR11BO5II/AAAAAAAADV0/EC6BwsRxMwY/s1600/1B8A7692.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_3L7GA21dl8/VSgR11BO5II/AAAAAAAADV0/EC6BwsRxMwY/s1600/1B8A7692.jpg" height="320" width="213" /></a></o:p>Consider what the room will be used for, and layout zones
for those functions. Within my client’s little girl’s room, I created a reading
area, toy storage, floor playing space, clothing organization and, of course, a
great bed to curl up in. All these zones are necessary now, and can be used
down the road within an updated format.<br />
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For toy storage, a cube storage unit is a great solution for
the younger ones. As they grow, it can double as a space for clothing, art
supplies, and more. On the wall above the cube unit, I mixed together art
pieces from Home Sense with artwork created by the room’s owner to keep it fun
and personal. The fun, fashionable items on top of the unit can be used for her
dress up area now, then transformed into a great make-up and accessory area as
she gets older.</div>
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<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Tw3HEltNv28/VSgR0QQ19OI/AAAAAAAADVo/fGuYYxdhaX4/s1600/1B8A7681.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Tw3HEltNv28/VSgR0QQ19OI/AAAAAAAADVo/fGuYYxdhaX4/s1600/1B8A7681.jpg" height="320" width="213" /></a>The reading zone chair is a great Home Sense find. This
chair and pink puff will be ideal for entertaining friends when that time
comes; but for now, we’ve added a faux sheep skin to make it the ideal spot for
her curl up with a favorite book and drift off into princess fantasy land. </div>
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Something I splurge on for any room is the closet organizer.
The right organizer is a great space saver, and this is especially so in a
kid’s room. I turned to Cutler Modern Living (www.cutlermodernliving.com)<a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack"></a> for the perfect closet organizer, one which allowed us to
maximize hanging space, along with adding drawer storage and shelves for her to
grow into. The bonus of this unit is that it can be altered over the years to
suit her clothing needs. We were fortunate to have an abundant sized closet to
work with, allowing us to eliminate dressers and, thus, store everything in one
area. </div>
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Readymade curtains are a great accessory that is budget
friendly and makes a huge impact on the space. Plus they can easily be changed
over the years to update the room without getting into a major overhaul. The
blue pattern I used here adds drama to the room and a bit of an older look;
however, incorporating her stuff animals and bit of a softer palette in the
bedding balances it out for these childhood years. When the time comes, a quick
change of the bedding is all that is needed to transition to a tweens room in
no time. As for the blue zebra inspired rug from Home Sense, I couldn’t pass it
up – it<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>adds personality and attitude to
the floor playing zone while being another great transition piece.<br />
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Play with textures and colours – don’t get stuck on the
traditional. Allow smaller accessories to be the themed items so they can
easily be changed and updated as your child grows. Patterned baskets allow for
quick clean-ups and add some fashionable elements to the space. Fun pillows and
throws are budget friendly and can transform the design and mood within
seconds. Have fun shopping and creating your child’s ideal room for now and the
future. This is the space where your child will dream, read, dress and grow…so
go ahead and enjoy designing this space for them.</div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">When designing a child’s room, you need to consider
the room’s required furniture, plus storage and organizing systems. Add in a
touch of fun design that the child can grow with, and you will have a room
you’ll both love! It’s also great to include artwork they love or (even
better!) have made themselves. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xxVtD3DOG6s/VPCHJmW-YwI/AAAAAAAADUM/CpxeJNNk7oo/s1600/1B8A7601.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xxVtD3DOG6s/VPCHJmW-YwI/AAAAAAAADUM/CpxeJNNk7oo/s1600/1B8A7601.jpg" height="400" width="265" /></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">My most recent makeover project was to create a boy’s
dream room, a space filled with super heroes and all the functional requirements.
The “must have” list included a work space, storage systems, room to play, a
place to read, and, of course, a sleep spot. His action figures and comic book
collection provide my inspiration, and so I began with a brick wallpaper statement
wall (picked up at www.homedepot.ca) and allowed it to set the mood. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">First up – the bed!</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;"> An </span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">elevated bunk bed provides additional floor space and what kids doesn’t
love a bunk bed! I choose the Ikea Stuva loft bed, which incorporates a desk,
book case and storage all in one. </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">This style of bunk
bed has the added bonus of freeing up floor space to allow for additional zones
within the room. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0nlFqzxKQzw/VPCHeL7Gu4I/AAAAAAAADUY/5QqmYI4xk8A/s1600/1B8A7634.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0nlFqzxKQzw/VPCHeL7Gu4I/AAAAAAAADUY/5QqmYI4xk8A/s1600/1B8A7634.jpg" height="320" width="217" /></a><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">Storage and more storage!</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;"> The bed added a ton
of storage options; however, we still needed more space for toys, clothes, and hiding
everyday items. IKEA had an ideal white drawer unit and an awesome closet
system to assist with ever growing collections and changing clothing styles.
The multiple sized drawers are great for housing socks, folded clothes and even
keeping toys organized. I added short bins within the unit to act as dividers
and an organization system to help keep everything tidy, even the hidden items.
The movable and changeable closet system is perfect for a young growing child
since the levels can be moved to suit his clothing needs as he moves into his
teen’s years, and larger sizes.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Nqvhlv9onMs/VPCHfCmsZ9I/AAAAAAAADUk/3SWDazaponY/s1600/1B8A7641.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Nqvhlv9onMs/VPCHfCmsZ9I/AAAAAAAADUk/3SWDazaponY/s1600/1B8A7641.jpg" height="400" width="290" /></a> <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">A reading zone.</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;"> I wanted to add a zone where he
could read, play games, hang out with friends, and act as an extra sleeping
spot for guests, pending their age and size. The lounge chair was the perfect
fit; it provided a relaxing spot to put your feet up, for reading alone or curling
up with a parent. This chair’s purpose can be transformed as he grows up, and
might even move out with him! <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">The colour scheme.</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;"> I choose to work with a light
grey paint from Para, knowing that this room will need to age well and be cool for
many years to come. The natural grey is a colour that allows the room to feel
warm but is not the focal point in the room. Using a lighter colour on the walls
allows the pieces within to standout. As he grows and refines his tastes, these
grey walls will coordinate with future room modifications.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">Fun art wall.</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;"> I love to bring colour and life into a room through
artwork; it’s an easy way to update and refresh any space. It also adds a
personal touch by including drawings and artwork created by the room owner. For
kids who love to draw or paint, having a home for their masterpieces, and one
that can be updated at whim, adds a touch of their own personality to their
room. I used Ikea frames which come in all shapes, colours and sizes that are
budget friendly for creating just such an art wall, and one that can expand as
you desire or need. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">I had so much fun getting into the mind of a kid who
loves to get lost in comic books and super hero stories. Now that I have
brought his dream room to life, my hope is that he can enjoy this space, grow
with it, and return to his childhood whenever he wishes, no matter his age.</span></div>
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It’s a hot topic every year – what colours are in, what colours to paint, what
colours to accessorize with. And what will be around today and tomorrow. The
2015 runways are filled with colours reminiscent of the 1960s – shades such as warm
olive and rich orange are being given new life, while some colour trends continue
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You can’t go wrong with introducing a bit of blue into your space; signs show
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mixing up your dressers with these fun blues from Ikea for <span style="background: yellow; mso-highlight: yellow;"><a href="http://www.ikea.ca/">www.ikea.ca</a> </span></span></span></div>
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metallic accents; make room for copper in your life! The copper penny might
have disappeared but we are seeing copper and rose gold appearing in home
accessories everywhere! My Connecticut Collection by
ArtcraftLighting.com found in independent lighting stores. JA802 $139.99 CDN <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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is not only a colour – it’s a must have! Some say there are more than 50 shades
of grey; in terms of colour trends, it’s a great time for the movie to come out
since 2015 is all about mixing grey shades into your interiors. Pillows,
baskets and throws are just a few easy ways to add grey to your interior. These
baskets from Bouclair are great storage items that fit the trend and retail at great prices.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="color: #444444;">Lastly,
colour is cropping up in unexpected, stylish ways. A hot trend in furniture is
placing a statement sideboard in the foyer, dining room, or in the family room as
a TV stand. What makes these pieces unique are their interesting materials, textures
and colours. Showcasing the beauty of raw, natural wood, these pieces can be
used in any space to add a natural grounding to a room enveloped in the colour
trends of 2015. Aretemano has great options. This sideboard is make of metal
and wood from old fishing boats and retails for $2695.</span> <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p>Happy 2015 everyone, wishing a great year ahead! </o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p>Until next time, </o:p></span><br />
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room must be the liver. The laundry room cycles through messy household clothing
and towels, and cleans them up time and time again.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In addition to being the place to do laundry
and store cleaning supplies, many households also have their laundry room act
as a mudroom; a place to drop off school bags, shoes, and jackets.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The laundry room gets a lot of wear-and-tear,
but is often the most neglected room, design-wise! For my latest project, I
wanted to showcase the laundry room, and how it can be designed as a functional
and fashionable space. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">on the walls. The simple colour palette created a
calming effect in a usually chaotic room. I added in greys and stainless steel
touches throughout the room for a more unisex overture. The laundry room isn’t
just the woman’s domain!<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> I turned to Cutler Kitchen and Bath, a company that
makes cabinetry in Canada and sells through Lowes stores <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>(<em><a href="http://www.cutlerkitchenandbath.com/">www.<b>cutlerkitchenandbath</b>.com/</a>) </em></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">I added tall pantry storage to one side of the room which
enabled me to store laundry baskets, kids boots and bins for mittens, hats and
scarves, keeping everything organized and easy to find for winter. Upper
cabinets are used to store and hide away detergents, extra towels and cleaning
supplies, keeping the space organized. Using storage baskets from
Bouclair Home helps the kids to put away their mitts and hats each day, keeping
the room tidy with the bonus of reducing morning chaos when everyone can find
their belongings on their way out the door.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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dirty clothes, apply stain treatments and fold clothes. Choose a countertop that
will hide dust and dirt; I used one from Belanger Laminates, a Canadian company
who creates laminates that mimic raw stone. Multiple flecks of colour help hide
messes and add an industrial element to the room. Laminate has come a long way
in recent years; it’s stunning how you can now get it to look almost identical
to stone, but at a fraction of the price.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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chose Whirlpool Duet Steam Front Loaders in Chrome Shadow. Not only are they
stunning, they are also a homeowner’s dream. They keep clothes looking newer
longer and have amazing features that make caring for clothing simple.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This washing machine does all the work for
you, determining your load size, adding the right amount of detergent, even steaming
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which is an integral part of any working laundry room. I wanted to find a
faucet that was both stylish and that makes life easier. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I chose a Delta faucet where you can simply
touch anywhere on the spout or handle of the faucet with your hand, wrist or
forearm to start and stop the flow of water. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If your space doubles as a mudroom, this sleek
faucet is not only visually appealing, it is also a great solution to easily
clean up <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>muddy hands after gardening or
washing up when arriving home from school, work, sports or<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>after taking the dog for a walk. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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wanted to make it a place that was functional and stylish and with a few
touches from Bouclair Home the look was achieved – I added a great piece of
artwork, a bowl for keys, and a multitude of great baskets to keep the room in
tip top shape. Everything is out of sight and organized but very easy to
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a room that works for your entire family. Who knows, you just might enjoy doing
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