At Home with Kim Vallee

KIDS + BABY, KIDS rooms | April 4, 2012 | by Kim Vallee

Liberty of London Fabric Garlands Made in Quebec

This morning I had breakfast with Sophie Manessiez Guinet, the co-founder of minibulles.ca and Les Triplettes and the other panelists to prepare our e-Commerce and women panel at Webcom Montreal in May. On our way back, I walked home with Sophie. So we chatted on our current projects. This is where I learned about her new venture, [...]

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LIVING, STYLE & News | March 5, 2012 | by Heather Watterworth

Paint Dipped DIY Round-Up

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Paint-dipped furniture has been making the rounds as a subtle way to embrace the bold and bright color trend. But if you’re not willing to sacrifice a favourite wooden chair or stool for this trend, the technique can be adapted for inexpensive home accessories. These DIYs prove how easy it is get a custom look [...]

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KIDS + BABY, KIDS rooms | February 9, 2012 | by Kim Vallee

Meet Duck Harry, which is Not a Rubber Ducky

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Don’t be fooled by what you see at first sight. I was thrilled when I thought that they modernized the rubber duck that is the companion of every child’s bath time. But it is not the case. Duck Harry can’t float! Instead, Icelandic designer Hlynur Atlason created it as a multi-purpose item. Intended usages are [...]

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HOME + GARDEN, HOME decor | February 7, 2012 | by Kim Vallee

What to Do on Valentine’s Day: Take a clue from this scene

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When I started dating my husband, we used to go to a nice restaurant at Valentine’s Day. Then, one year I suggested that we had a romantic dinner at home. It has been our tradition ever since. Maybe, we will establish a new tradition this year since we are new parents.We did not discuss it [...]

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KIDS + BABY, KIDS rooms | January 30, 2012 | by Heather Watterworth

Modern Mobiles from Puka Puka

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Art doesn’t need to hang on the wall to impact your space, and these handcrafted mobiles from Australia’s Puka Puka Design are a perfect example. Handmade from ethically sourced, high quality materials, each mobile is unique and designed to bring a bit of nature into your space, with designs inspired by the sky and sea. [...]

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HOME + GARDEN, HOME decor | January 28, 2012 | by Heather Watterworth

Etsy Finds: Mini Planters

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Though they may just be removed for styling purposes, we’ve noticed that many homes featured in shelter magazines and on design blogs rarely include plant life, except for a bouquet or two of cut flowers. Not only do houseplants bring life to an indoors pace, they help detoxify the air in your home and they’ve [...]

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HOME + GARDEN, HOME decor | January 24, 2012 | by Kim Vallee

Twelve to Five: Take your Pick with New Umbra Clocks

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Alan Wisniewski played with numbers for two new clocks he designed for Umbra. Of the two, I prefer his take 5 wall clock even if I never been a 9 to 5 kind of girl. I found that it delivers a nice aesthetic with a touch of humor. Nonetheless, his high noon clock would feel at home [...]

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HOME + GARDEN, HOME decor | December 6, 2011 | by Kim Vallee

Kyle Bunting’s Stylish Cowhide Rugs

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These luxurious rugs from Kyle Bunting freshen up the rustic of cowhide rugs. The modern and geometric design brings a modern feel that I appreciate. His creations will look great in a modern or a contemporary interior. You can specify any design, color, and size for rug, wall covering and upholstery applications. The dye catalogue is huge and [...]

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