This fun & affordable DIY is the perfect way to make your home even cozier during the holiday season!   What you will need: Ribbon, Ornament of your choice, Glue Start by cutting the ribbon to an appropriate length Take your ornament and glue it to the centre of your ribbon Tie the ribbon around your curtain Enjoy your simple & festive curtain tiebacks! [read more]

When it comes to winter vacation, we may be scrambling to try and figure out some fun ways to spend the holidays! Well, look no further... as we have put together some fun things you can do over the break.    Outdoor Ice Skating    Union Holiday Rink https://torontounion.ca/tdunionwinter/skate/ Pat Bayly Sq https://www.ajax.ca/en/play-and-discover/skating.aspx?_mid_=11079#Outdoor-Skating---Pat-Bayly-Square-55-Bayly-St-W Elgin... [read more]

Cranberry Rosemary Chicken | One Pan Recipe Ingredients: For marinade: 1/3 cup fresh cranberries 2 tablespoons olive oil  2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons maple syrup 3 cloves garlic 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary leaves 1/4 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth) For chicken thighs: 3 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (approximately 6 thighs) 1 tablespoon olive oil salt to taste 1/2 cup fresh cranberries 4 sprigs fresh rosemary (plus more for... [read more]

1. Outdoor movie night Grab your blankets, snacks, and bring the laptop, projector, or TV outside for a movie under the stars. Just make sure there's no rainclouds up above...  2. Water balloon fight A summer classic. Split into teams or make it every person for themselves - so fun! 3. Have a picnic  Find a new park or visit one of your favs & pack a snack or meal. Makes for an excellent photo opp too. 4. Build a fort Is there anything better? Inside or out,... [read more]

1. Apple Picking Eat the apples right off the tree or bake them into a treat. The options are endless (and delicious)! 2. Carving Pumpkins Is there a more classic fall activity? If you have little hands that aren't ready for carving, break out the paints instead! 3. Jump in Leaves Make the biggest pile you can, and 1..2..3.. jump! Don't forget the camera for this one. 4. Make a DIY Wreath Keep it simple by tracing little hands, or go all out at the craft store to... [read more]