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December 6, 2021December 5, 2021Featured Articles Self Care and Staying Well

Pretty and practical, part two

The second in a series about thematically-linked presents at different ends of the affordability scale, this one’s about mixing water and oil to make gift magic. It may sound counter-intuitive …

Updated on December 1, 2021December 1, 2021Featured Articles

Pair pretty with practical for the perfect gift

The most modest gifts—thoughtfully chosen—can draw a hugely happy response. Give me, for example, decent wool socks and we’ll be friends for life. Sometimes, though, the impulse is to make …

November 25, 2021November 24, 2021Featured Articles

Looking for unique, hand-made decor, food and fashion gifts?

I know I join other devoted fans of the One of A Kind Show (OOAK) in welcoming back an in-person winter event in Toronto. Many of us can’t wait for …

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Did you know that today is International Eat Cake

Did you know that today is International Eat Cake in Bed Day? At the World Headquarters of #AroundtheHouse that means anyone who worked on Friday gets Monday off to celebrate as well - hence, a long #weekend.

Plus a #cake budget. And #paidtimeoff to plan a playlist, if desired. These credits may be transferred to another paid day off in lieu.

New #bedlinen may also be allocated through a Staff Support fund.

The benefit is available to ALL members of our #globalpublishingteam. Naturally.

Seriously dyk about this holiday?

Stopped @charmainesweetsstudio and the @theextogge

Stopped @charmainesweetsstudio and the @theextoggery, where I picked up this 3/4 jacket.

Felt cute. Expect to feel even cuter later.

#aroundthehouse #secondhandfashion fallcolours #emmanuelungaro #falljackets🍁🍃 #eastendtoronto #eglintonandbrentcliffe

Pic now, more details soon. For now, marvel at t

Pic now, more details soon.

For now, marvel at this quietly arresting example of modern Finnish large-scale wood architecture from Anttinen Oiva Architects.

Part of a revamp of the old port of Helsinki, it's very demure, very Nordic.

The pictures I looked at made me think of obscure, arty movies made in the 70s, preferably with Glenda Jackson wearing a leather trench.

When you think of it, there was more than a touch of Nordic structure to the magnificent GJ, who I once say play Hedda Gabler btw. Brilliant brilliant actor.

As I say, more soon on Around the House. Just had to show this pic to my millions and millions and millions of worldwide fans. Isn't it lovely?

#aroundthehouse #helsinki #oldporthelsinki #woodconstruction #largescalewoodconstruction #woodframe #sustainable #sustainablearchitecture #naturalmaterials #finnisharchitecture #carbonneautral #carbongoals #finnishwood #design #nordic
#henrikibsen #vickysanderson #greatwriters #greatwritersthroughouthistory #greatestwritersofalltime

Holy moly, new textiles and wallpapers from Elizab

Holy moly, new textiles and wallpapers from Elizabeth Mollen of @stonetextile are so wonderful, so superb, so distinct, I could never NOT share them with my millions and millions and millions of worldwide readers.

Shown above: a mesmerizing Circle pattern in black and white. Hop over to Around the House to see more patterns, including some in delicious jewel tones.

Items are also available and on display @thevaultcreative.

#textiles #boldcolour #wallpaperdesign #maximalism #interior #decor #aroundthehouse #interiordesign #designer #designinspiration #chicago

If you are in Minden and need a lil prezzie for a

If you are in Minden and need a lil prezzie for a friend or a lil treat for yourself, I highly recommend dropping by @thewolfmoonshop.

This handmade card by @holly_hutchison_art is so lovely I might just have to send it to myself. But then, wouldn't I also have to gift myself the cute socks, given I bought them with the intention of gifting?

The only logical answer is yes, naturally.

The card is a mini alcohol print that slides out of its card for framing. Inside it's blank so you can add your own message.

If you are out there now thinking damn, I wish I was going to be the one to get those darling but inexpensive Sheer Fruits socks from Minden's prettiest store, don't worry - I got two more pairs of socks and another card to serve in just such a case.

This is why I am world-renowned for my critical thinking skills.

#wolfmoon #minden #haliburton #kawarthas #localbusiness #queerownedbusiness #gifts #housewares #cutesocks #haliburtonartists #handmadecard #cardart #alcoholprint #pinkink #selfcare #sockfashion #aroundthehouse

Have you thanked your feet today? Because I did by

Have you thanked your feet today? Because I did by taking mine into @beautybasics_byamy and now they are SO beautiful!!!

That's it, that's the post.

#pedicure #greatpedicure #affordablepedicure #relaxingpedicure #minden #kawarthas #haliburton #haliburtonhighlands #treat #spaday #localbusiness #foothealth #selfcare

My idea of fall colours: tile from the Mutina Romb

My idea of fall colours: tile from the Mutina Rombini line by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec (through @opustone), stop-me-in-my-tracks gorgeous pattern/textile from @lamaisonpierrefrey, blueberry pan (pretty and VERY BERRY practical) from @kilne, and fave colour for patio lights from @nanoleaf.

Sending high energy colour vibes to my millions and millions of fans worldwide for a restful, wonderful holiday weekend.

#aroundthehouse #weekend #holiday #colour #colourpop #happycolours #rest #relax #homedecor #outdoorlighting #cookware #tile