July 2008 - Posts

 
Jul
31

Splurge Vs Steal: Summer Edition Outdoor Carpets

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Posted by Guest Blogger 7/31/2008 2:52:00 PM
Keeping with the theme of bringing the indoor out, these polypropylene carpets are perfect for dressing up an outdoor lounge area. Or if you’ve got the space, place by the door in lieu of a doormat. Their woven, plastic-like material makes them completely
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Jul
29

Eco-Chic Suites

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Posted by Vanessa 7/29/2008 9:15:00 AM
In collaboration with Lexus, Fairmont Hotels is offering eco-minded travellers a chance to stay and get around town in virtually foot-print-free high-style. The new Lexus Hybrid Living Suites in San Francisco and Washington, D.C., combine the luxury of
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Jul
28

Question of the Week: Style Vs Comfort

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Posted by Amy 7/28/2008 11:46:00 AM
Emu's Re-Trouvé red wireframe garden chair featured in the above photo (top row, middle chair) is charming and would look adorable in a modern, white kitchen or outside on the patio. Of course, something tells me that it’s not the type of chair I can
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Jul
25

Sewing Machines 101

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Posted by Meagan Hamel 7/25/2008 10:46:00 AM
Like many DIYers I’ve tried my hand at sewing various projects over the years ranging from curtains to duvet covers all with varying degrees of success. I found myself sewing more over the past year, but my hand-me down machine just wasn’t cutting it
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Jul
24

Splurge Vs Steal: Summer Edition Indoor/Outdoor Cushions

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Posted by Guest Blogger 7/24/2008 1:25:00 PM
True these cushions look like giant pieces of cereal on the screen, but they’re actually the perfect solution for impromptu, casual seating. Made from natural woven materials, they’ll look great indoors, PLUS they’re durable for outdoors. They’re lightweight,
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Jul
22

Andrew Richard Designs' "A Mid Summer Night" Party

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Posted by Terry Wong 7/22/2008 5:24:00 PM
I attended Andrew Richard Designs’ “A Mid Summer Night” party, which officially launched Andrew Bockner’s Toronto event spaces, “The Loft” and “The Atrium” and showcased his most recent outdoor furniture collection. This was my first visit to Andrew Richard
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Jul
22

Addressing the Windows

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Posted by Nadine Sharon Anglin 7/22/2008 10:33:00 AM
I’m in a bit of a window dressing rut. I have large sliding glass doors in my living space that lead out to the deck and right now they are dressed with two very plain, white panels and hung up by your run-of-the-mill chrome rod and brackets set. Granted,
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Jul
18

Patio Tour: Take It Outside

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Posted by Vanessa 7/18/2008 9:15:00 AM
Take It Outside 's outdoor-savvy designer, Kelly Deck transformed a basic balcony into a mod outdoor living room, complete with a wall-mounted flat-screen television (which is really only advisable if you have a covered deck, like this one), for sports
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Jul
17

Splurge Vs Steal: Summer Edition Anyone For Croquet?

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Posted by Guest Blogger 7/17/2008 12:09:00 PM
Croquet – the overlooked cousin of mini-golf – is an ideal summer activity. It requires very little set-up, travels well, and all ages can play. Splurge: Six-Player Croquet Set by Lee Valley Tools, $159 This set is made from quality, durable materials
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Jul
16

Green Home Tour: Casa Verde

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Posted by Meagan Hamel 7/16/2008 3:50:00 PM
While watching HGTV's World’s Greenest Homes you can’t help but be inspired by the layout and various green materials used to build each unique home. Casa-Verde, located in San Francisco, is one of those awe inspiring masterpieces. This stunning space
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Jul
15

Photo Challenge: Outdoor Rooms

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Posted by Jessica McLaughlin 7/15/2008 10:04:00 AM
Your backyard, terrace or balcony is an extension of your living space, but many of us don't give those spaces the attention they deserve. This year I tried to spruce up my outdoor living space by adding some new furniture and plants, but it always lacks
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Jul
14

How Much Would You Pay for a Sofa?

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Posted by Amy 7/14/2008 9:58:00 AM
A few years ago after moving into my first "grown-up" apartment, I felt it was finally time to retire my college futon and purchase a new sofa. I wanted my new sofa to be many things; sleek and stylish yet comfy, durable and pet-friendly and above all,
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Jul
10

Splurge Vs Steal: Summer Edition Pretty Outdoor Tableware

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Posted by Guest Blogger 7/10/2008 12:45:00 PM
Dishware for casual dinning doesn’t need look casual. Beautiful melamine dishes seem to be everywhere this summer. Celebrity designers such as Jackie Shapiro, Jonathan Adler, and Isaac Mizrahi are even riding this bandwagon. Splurge : Chocolate Flora
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Jul
09

New Summer Shows on HGTV

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Posted by Terry Wong 7/9/2008 9:38:00 AM
I checked out HGTV's new summer shows for design inspiration and decorating ideas. Dirty Business takes us behind the scenes of a landscape design firm. Each episode chronicles the entire process of a landscaping project — from the analysis of the space
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Jul
08

Home Tour: Lisa Canning’s Reclaimed Chic Apartment

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Posted by Vanessa 7/8/2008 9:35:00 AM
You may remember Lisa (Santos) Canning from HGTV's Marriage Under Construction . She helped a newlywed couple design and decorate their new home on a very strict budget using a design style she calls “Reclaimed Chic.” The Toronto-based creative consultant
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Jul
04

Are You a City Mouse or a Country Mouse?

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Posted by Amy 7/4/2008 12:06:00 PM
Question of the Week: Do you love your space with modern furnishing or lots of country chic? Often the answer depends on where you live. Are you a city condo dweller or a suburbanite? What style is your home? Is it colonial, Victorian, 50s mod-style bungalow,
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Jul
03

Splurge Vs Steal: Summer Edition

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Posted by Amy 7/3/2008 10:38:00 AM
Who doesn't love to shop? We certainly do! The Style Sheet editorial team is on the hunt this summer for fantastic deals, must-have products and favourite new finds. Check in every Thursday for " Splurge Vs Steal: Summer Edition ," brought to you by Guest
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Jul
02

Photo Challenge: Re-Claimed Chic Winner

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Posted by Jessica McLaughlin 7/2/2008 12:25:00 PM
Catherine G. took re-claimed chic to the max with this inexpensive kitchen makeover on a $400 budget! Great job, Catherine. (Left) Before "A recent move to a wartime cottage with little money to decorate or do improvements inspired me to makeover the
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