2023 is here and with that, comes new home decor trends. Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or prefer to shop for your home decor items —it looks to be an exciting year for creative ideas and stylish finds! Let's talk about the best home decor trends of 2023 and how to get them on a...
Best Room Makeovers and DIY Projects of 2022
It's the last day of 2022 and I'm looking back on my favourite DIY projects and best room makeovers of 2022! It's been such a wonderful year full of creativity. Thank you for following along! Cozy Living Room Refresh In January 2022, I shared how to make your home look expensive on a budget, and...
How to Set Up a Cricut for the First Time (Step by Step!)
Have you recently purchased a Cricut? Learn how to set up a Cricut for the first time step by step, plus get an easy beginner project idea to get started with the machine! I'm obsessed with all things Cricut, and I use the machine a lot while I craft to create unique home decor items...
Peppermint Pretzel Chocolate Bark
Whether it's for a festive gift or you want to dive in yourself, this delicious peppermint pretzel chocolate bark tastes absolutely incredible! It's so easy to make, and I'm going to show you how. It was -41 degrees C outside today, so I thought I'd use our natural Albertan blast freezer to my advantage and...
Mandarin & Cranberry Cosmopolitan - a Christmas cocktail!
If you're looking for a signature Christmas cocktail to make for your Holiday gathering this year, THIS mandarin orange & cranberry cosmopolitan is IT! It's a beautiful blend of sweet and sour, and it looks gorgeous on the table. When Burwood Distillery sent me their Cranberry Mandarin Orange Gin, I knew exactly what I wanted...
My Best Tips for Hosting Overnight Guests (After Hosting 100 Stays!)
Do you have overnight guests coming? Wondering how to make them feel extra special and comfortable? I've hosted almost 100 families at our Little Lake House vacation rental. Check out my tips & tricks for some great ideas! After a whirlwind year of being hosts to almost 100 families at our charming Little Lake House,...
Make a Christmas Charcuterie Board in Red & Green
A beautiful DIY Christmas charcuterie board is the perfect holiday appetizer to serve your family and guests this Christmas season! Come get the instructions for making one in red and green festive colours.
My Favourite German Christmas Recipes
I love my family's German heritage, and I especially love it at Christmastime when we get to bake my favourite German Christmas recipes! Let me share with you some recipes that our family cherishes. I hope you enjoy these treats too! My grandpa and grandma immigrated from Germany to Canada in the 50s, and with...
Before & After: Small Kitchen Renovation in our Tiny Cabin
We finally did it! We renovated our small kitchen in our tiny cabin and we are so happy with the results. It was a lot of work but well worth it in the end. If you're interested in small kitchen remodeling, I hope you feel inspired by this makeover. Keep reading to see the before...
Inexpensive Gift Wrapping Ideas that look stunning!
Looking for inexpensive gift wrapping ideas that still look great? These cheap gift wrap hacks will save you money, but they still look beautiful. From how to top your Christmas gifts to how to wrap with fabric, these gift wrap ideas will help you create lovely wrapped presents this season. What is a cheap way...