Archive | June, 2010

DESIGN & style, LIVING | June 30, 2010 | by Kim Vallee

Phase 1: My new Like and Post Redesign

new layout with like function

Today was the day that we installed my new Like feature on At Home with Kim Vallee. This is the red heart that you see on the corner of the picture. The heart is positioned at the top and the bottom of every post. You simply click on it to show that you like the [...]

ENTERTAINING, HOLIDAY entertaining | June 29, 2010 | by Kim Vallee

Menu Ideas for Canada Day

French bistro recipes :: fresh with anna olsen

Food that feels Canadian includes trout, cod, salmon, maple syrup and apple.  I gathered a list of dishes that are stylish but that would not keep you all day in front of your stove. Appetizers + Zucchini and goat cheese tarts by Eat Drink Pretty – I like her suggestion to serve it on a [...]

ENTERTAINING, PAPER goods | June 29, 2010 | by Kim Vallee

New Cards and Notebooks by Cartolina Cards

cartolina notebooks :: white swan and blue lotus notebook

Fiona Richards is known for her unique style. I love what she does. Therefore, I am happy to introduce the new collection of Cartolina greeting cards and notebooks. I only selected a few. So make sure to check out her entire collection because it is exquisite. Fashion Theme This time, Fiona was definitely inspired by [...]

ENTERTAINING, HOLIDAY entertaining | June 28, 2010 | by Kim Vallee

Party Circles for Canada Day and the 4th of July

star cupcake toppers at paper source

If you are hosting a family BBQ at your home to celebrate the birth of your nation, these printable Party circles would come handy. Sometimes the simpler ideas are the best. Look at this cute ideas by Paper Source. You simply glue a star on either side of a long toothpick to create a cupcake [...]

FOOD + DRINK, RECIPES + menus

June 28, 2010 | by Kim

Delightful Mondays: Simple Summer Recipes

delightful mondays :: boiled potatoes with greek yogourt :: striped ice cream cake

Since we are a few days from a National holiday, I thought you would appreciate two recipes that would be perfect for [...]

FAMILY, KIDS products

June 26, 2010 | by Kim

Kidz Box at Modern-Twist

kidz box day at the pond by modern-twist

It’s no secret that I am a fan of Modern-Twist. I eat almost every day on their soft and durable placemats. Since [...]

HOME + GARDEN, ORGANIZING

June 24, 2010 | by Kim

Housewares Made Out Thrown-Away Sport Felt

old news designed by Jonas Forsman for creatables

I like to encourage designers who gave a second chance to materials that would otherwise go to waste. Creatables decided to repurpose [...]

FOOD + DRINK, TABLEWARE

June 24, 2010 | by Kim

Molecule Dish to Serve Condiments

molecule dish designed by voonwong & bensonsaw :: serving bowls

When I went to Japan, almost every meal was presented with several condiments served in tiny bowls. But there is no need [...]

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