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DIY White Christmas Village || How to paint your way to a minimalist holiday

When I first shared this concept on my Instagram Stories in October, I had tons of interest in how it went but I also got a handful of concerns. So I thought I’d address those right off the hop, no I am not painting family heirlooms or priceless collectables. We do have a lite Christmas village that I would never think of painting and YES it’s my biggest pet peeve when influencers paint everything white… including things that are of value or priceless vintage finds. I assure you these houses are cheap and not collectable! With that being said, let’s chat about my DIY spray painted white minimalist christmas village project. When I say more neutral houses spring onto the decor scene last year from Pottery Barn and Homesense, I knew they would fit our mantel so well. BUT the price tag was too steep and unfortunately they didn’t go on major clearance after the holidays last year. So I decided to find a few cheap tea light christmas houses from Kajiji to paint myself. I bought these for $5 and under… but I know if i had been proactive I could have probably found a few in garage sales over the summer for less. Less detailed options can sometimes be found at your local Dollar Store too.

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I used half a can of Rustoleum Painter’s Touch 2X in a flat white / satin finish. I felt not using gloss kept them more modern and minimal in appearance but that’s just my preference. These are sprayed in “blossom white” or a flat white. 2 coats were applied.

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Style || All The Fall Feels

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I live for Fall fashion. It is by far my favourite style season for more ways than one. I’m so excited to partner with SoftMoc styling these moccasin flats. They are furry on the inside, perfect for keeping me warm for school pick up and drop off but so stylish too. I love the bow detail on the toe. With 125 stores across Canada you gotta visit to see all their Fall offerings this year. They carry brands like Ugg, Sperry, Converse, VANS, Blundstone, Sketchers, Dr. Martens, my fav Hunter and so much more! I know you’ll find the perfect pair to help you stylishly crunch through those lovely Fall leaves. What are you Autumn wardrobe must haves?

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Disclaimer: This post is paid by Soft Moc but my thoughts and opinions remain my own. 

#AD || 3 Easy Looks || The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! I’ve been shopping the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale in partnership with ShopStyle. I’m so excited to share my picks with you. Here are my wardrobe update staples you don’t want to miss from one of my favorite sales of the year:

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I love to take advantage of the same day delivery within 10km of a Nordstrom location. This service is available for $15. Also, hassle free in-store returns make it easy to stock up on your favourite wardrobe essentials! Did you know you can get alterations in-store on your Anniversary purchases! Now that’s an exceptional shopping experience if I don’t say so myself.

Have you shopped the legardary sale yet?

Disclaimer: This post is sponsored and paid by Nordstrom and ShopStyle but my thoughts and opinions remain my own. 

#AD || How prepared are you? || Flood Factor

If you’ve ever experienced flooding of any kind in your home you know the high level of stress it can cause. Not only the structural damage to your home but the potential for lost memories through damaged personal items like photos or heirloom furniture. I’ve partnered with Insurance Bureau of Canada to talk everything flooding. It’s one of the last F words you probably ever want to hear. So, I thought I’d share 3 easy tips to help in the event of a flood or to help protect your property from flood damage:

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#AD || Stylish Toy Storage with @TheBrick

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Let’s talk creative toy storage. If you’re a parent the daily battle with the toy clutter is very real! In our household I would say it’s easily one of my most challenging design aspects to kid friendly rooms. I’m a firm believer in stylish room storage. I haven’t felt the need to get toy chests or coloured plastic bins. I love that there are so many options out there for toy storage. My favourite, converting bookshelves with trendy bins or finding modern cabinets with adjustable shelves to help hide the clutter. Here are the 2 pieces that help us beat the toy clutter battle:

The Barrister Tall Bookcase: Finished in a salt grey oak colour, the bookcase blends easily with most décor while adding a touch of natural beauty. It’s unique cubbyholes, along with five shelves, provide ample and stylish storage solutions for books, Blu-ray discs, family photos, toys, stuffed animals and more. As an added benefit, the durable engineered wood construction is heat-, stain- and scratch-resistant perfect for a toddler room. There is a full furniture line with many stylish shapes and sizes, I’m loving the Barrister line. (We have the TV stand too)30D3E777-0DC2-47D6-BC92-C94A96648A1D

The Harbor View Storage Cabinet:I love to find a balance between open and closed storage. Unlike, the Barrister where collectible toys to stylish bins are on display. The Harbor completely hides the toy clutter with it’s horizontally-slatted doors and solid wood knobs radiate shaker-style simplicity with the perfect touch of splendour. This transitional cabinet complements both contemporary and traditional styles, making it easy to integrate into your decor. What’s more, engineered wood overlaid with paper laminate creates a durable piece that withstands the rigours of daily use. You can adjust the shelves to adapt to any of your toy clutter needs.6EB5420C-C36B-4E8E-94F6-DAA4640017C6IMG_9523 Continue reading