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DIY Home Decor: Easy Storage Unit

 
I have a lot of stuff. There's no other way to put it. I just have stuff. Perhaps I should do a major purge and cleanse sometime in the near future, but for now, here's my dirty little secret: I love my stuffs. I don't really want to get rid of any of it. Instead, I've decided to cleverly hide it away using bins and boxes.

Now that I have all these boxes, I need a solution....

We Love Fridays: 5 Awesome Products for the Coolest Summer Ever

You probably thought that summer couldn't get any better. I mean it's sunny, how much better could it be, right? 

Well, you were wrong. To help make the most of your summer, we found 5 incredible items to take the season up a level and make it: The. Most. Awesome. Summer. Ever. Seriously. 


1. Springfree Trampoline 11 x 11-ft with Enclosure (C$1299.99) 

2. Coleman Instant...

10 Awesome Ideas for Pimped Out Backyards

Okay, so don't tell anyone here at CA, but I'm totally planning on taking a 'mental health sick day' on a Friday as soon as the weather gets warmer. Me + sangria + backyard deck + sunshine - work = perfection. 

I mean, what? Me, skipping work? Never! I'm totally joking Ali (cue nervous laughter)! 

In case you were so inclined to do something awful like skip...

We Love Fridays, Earth Week Edition: DIY Terrarium Kit

With Earth Week winding down, we thought it was only appropriate that we dedicate this We Love Friday to all that green goodness. We love getting fresh air, whether it be for a morning jog or relaxing on a patio, there is nothing better than basking in the sun. However, Mother Nature hasn't exactly been co-operating with our warm weather wishes; She's literally been giving us the cold...

16 Easy Spring Craft Ideas for Kids

My kids have the End-Of-School countdown started and are already celebrating by staging elaborate wars between their assortment of Lego Stormtroopers and Webkinz (score: Webkinz 0, The Empire 682). 

Wanting to steer their energies away from the Dark Side, I spent last night's "me time" looking for more constructive outlets for their fertile imaginations. It's also Earth Day this...

Desk Makeover on a Budget Part 2: Ali

 
Since having my little boy, I have been splitting my time between my desk at ChickAdvisor HQ and my home office.  My HQ desk would have been an easier makeover because I don't share it with anyone and the desk design is so pretty to begin with, very little needs to be done.  My home desk is always a disaster.  I blame that on sharing it with my husband and my toddler who...

We Love Fridays: 5 Items for a Super Cool Home

On the heels of my work desk makeover, I've been researching all sorts of cool home gadgets. I love finding functional yet fun accessories and toys for the home. And if it comes in a cute colour, it's a plus! For We Love Fridays this week, I found 5 home accessories that are just plain cool. These are all things I am totally convinced I somehow need in my life. And I think you will be...

Desk Makeover on a Budget - Part 1: Alexandra

I am not what you might typically call a "clean person". I wouldn't say that I'm unorganized. There is a method to my madness, afterall.  My floor is often littered with laundry and my workspace in the office isn't much better. I'm somewhat of (ok, totally) a pack-rat and we receive a lot of products. Most of these find their way to my desk, with the sole purpose of cluttering...

Tip Tuesday: Easy DIY Home Decor on the Cheap

The dollar store is a magical place full of wonderful items! Sometimes though, they veer towards tacky town. Case in point: their selection of figurines and assorted garden animals. 

Paint is a simple solution and an instant makeover for tacky knickknacks! A coat of solid coloured paint turns your dollar store finds into kitschy, chic and modern pieces that you can be proud to display! I...

12 Easy Easter Egg Crafts for Kids

Old Man Winter may be sulking outdoors, but the calendar promises that Easter is nearly here. Whether you're a busy parent or just an eager Aunt looking to cozy up with the kiddos, we've got a dozen egg decorating ideas for all ages and abilities. 


Over Easy

Marble Eggs
Prepare a basin of coloring solution (follow directions on the package) and add 1 tsp to 1 Tbsp of cooking oil. Stir...