Deter mosquitoes naturally with this natural bug spray that uses witch hazel and essential oils for a pleasant-smelling , but very effective, homemade bug spray.
Ugh. Mosquitoes. I hate them, but they love me. No, really. They love to…
Like many freelancers, Sandy Suffield’s work schedule ranges from round-the-clock to nothing doing. During lulls, the London-based art director and set designer is self-occupying in all sorts of astonishing ways. Her biggest project? Purchasing a derelict turn-of-the-20th century electrical building in the…
In our new Vintage Cottage special issue, we bring you a collection of some of our favorite homes overflowing with timeworn charm—from elegant spaces inspired by old-world Europe to invitingly rustic farmhouse-style abodes—each with its own take on vintage design. If, while…
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More people are turning to alternative housing as sustainable living becomes a priority. With growing awareness of environmental impact, eco-friendly and off-grid homes are now both practical and stylish. Here are some of the most popular designs reshaping the way we live.…
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Wreaths made from fresh foraged materials are a wonderful way to make an entrance look welcoming or to jazz up a drab fence or garden shed. Here’s how to make a wreath entirely from foraged materials! Half the fun of this kind…
With the sun setting so early, winter can make you feel like it is dark all the time (especially if you live in a rainy climate like Vancouver, where even the daytime can be very dark and gray). Lighting candles is a…