BIRTHDAY BRUNCH

“Life should not only be lived, it should be celebrated.”  I love this quote because it’s a reminder to have fun a little and celebrate this gift of life that we all are lucky to experience.  As I get older, I find myself wanting to celebrate my birthday even more than when I was younger, which I know is extremely odd;  Most people think the opposite!  But hey, this is the youngest I’ll ever be so I better enjoy it!  lol!  Here’s a little peek into my party details, plus my review on the restaurant and my outfit details.

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HALLOWEEN DIY WITCH HATS

Halloween is close to a week away; Woohoo!  Have you decorated yet? Here’s a really cute idea I found all over Pinterest that I absolutely love.  I like holiday decor pieces that are simple, but make a huge impact to the area.  I totally just “winged-it” on my own with these hats and they turned out pretty good, so I thought I’d share how I made mine and give you the exact measurements I used.  Now, if you aren’t a crafty person, you could always go and buy some witch hats and hang them, but these hats only cost me $3.50 to make all three!  And honestly they are very easy to make and would make a fun afternoon activity with the kids.  Follow along my picture tutorial to see how to make them… 

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THANKSGIVING TABLE DECOR WITH KITCHEN STUFF PLUS

Thanksgiving is right around the corner so it’s time to start setting those tables!

Table décor is often over-looked because we tend to focus on what’s happening in the kitchen, like slaving away on the turkey and baking desserts; I totally get it! But it’s the first thing your guest will see, so having an inviting space really helps set the tone for your company. Your table decor doesn’t have to be over the top elaborate. In fact, it should be fun and easy. Here are three main tips to create a simple Thanksgiving table setting.

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5 EASY DORM ROOM DECORATING IDEAS

Summer is technically not over, but this weekend is the last long weekend of the summer…  sniff sniff.  Time is flying!!!  The temperature is dropping and the kids go back to school on Tuesday; Fall is definitely in the air!  For all the teens who are making the transition to dorm room life, I wrote an article on Realtor.ca on 5 ways to decorate your room.  You’ll find some easy ways to create a personalized and stylish space that will help make your dorm room feel like a home away from home!  You can check out the article HERE

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DORM ROOM STORAGE WITH KITCHEN STUFF PLUS

Dorm rooms are quite the challenge for college students, as they tend to be extremely tight with very limited space. The good news is there are ways to keep your space clutter free and organized. How do you do all that and still have a stylish room? Here are some great low cost ideas to maximize your space and help make your transition to dorm life easier!

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