With their iconic vibrant petals and reputation for hardiness, it’s no wonder sunflowers are one of the best selling flowers year after year. These easy to grow plants come in numerous varieties depending on what colours and sizes you need for your…
Photography by Jim Bathie
Text by Bethany Adams
In the quiet community of Hudson, New York, with the rich hues of autumn on every side, there’s plenty of history to be found—as well as charming shops, delightful dining, and sidewalks designed for relaxing afternoon…
Rug Source // Checked Curtains (chambray color) // Patterned Blanket on Chair Arm (reversible and machine washable!) // Wood Chair Legs // Striped Ruffle Pillow // Bird Art // Brass Frames
I love this teal blue green arm chair and it’s been clear over the years that so many of…
Hydrangeas are a beautiful shrub with an old-fashioned appeal, yet they fit into the modern garden seamlessly. Possibly the best thing about hydrangeas is you can enjoy your lovely blooms indefinitely. Here’s how to dry hydrangeas so they keep their colour.
With…
Photography by Jim Bathie
Text by Katie Ellis
A flowering window box is as iconic to one’s cottage curb appeal as a white picket fence or welcoming front porch. Let these simple tips be your guide as you try your hand at a signature…
| Published on Jul 8, 2024
Interior trends come and go, and they are changing faster than ever before. Professional designers are constantly striving to distinguish their style with bold and distinctive looks, but this is not always appealing or practical for the…
Photography by Jim Bathie, Styling by Katie Ellis, Architectural designs by John Milner Architects
Text by Bethany Adams
Visit Beth and Fred Singer’s three-story guest cottage on Nantucket, Massachusetts, and you may find it difficult to believe that the structure was built in 2008.…
| Published on Jul 8, 2024
Who doesn’t appreciate the smell of coffee? Mosquitos–apparently. Burned used coffee grounds are being hyped as a natural mosquito repellant. Does this really work? Here’s the scoop.
There seem to be no definitive studies on the efficacy…
If you ask someone to name a flower, chances are they’ll say a rose. One of the most sought-after and beautiful flowers to plant in the garden, growing a rose bush is practically a right of passage for a gardener. Read this…
| Published on Jul 4, 2024
Moving to a new house is a mix of excitement and stress. While it’s fun to decorate and explore a new area, a long list of to-dos comes with moving. To make sure you keep your sanity…