tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71409934762484366932024-03-14T02:02:10.357-07:00Creatively CountryA blog about DIY-ing, country life and some wedding planning. Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-70009849308679184492015-01-29T06:29:00.004-08:002015-01-29T06:29:49.731-08:00Dream Barn : The Barn & Exterior FixturesI've been dreaming about my horse barn my entire life. Luckily growing up my cousin lived on a farm so I got to spend weekends and holidays grooming and riding horses, four wheeling through the bush and helping my grandfather out with farm chores. As I got older I started taking riding lessons and "volunteered" at the barn doing chores and being a camp counsellor. Now that we live in the country we get closer and closer to my future farm.<br />
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I've always loved compiling my barn ideas, so I thought i'd do a post on a few of my future plans. Or dreams. Whatever they end up being it's fun to think about. :) I'll frame this post as a somewhat realistic could maybe will hopefully happen in the future kind of barn planning, instead of money is no object here are the most beautiful barns in the world (that's a whole other post I will definitely do).<br />
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Disclaimer: almost every barn i've found online has dutch doors. While I love dutch doors, I don't know if i'd break my budget on them. I can understand them in warmer climates, but in Canada the less draft the better, and I can picture myself trying to open them into snowbanks in the middle of January. There are a lot of amenities i'd prefer to have, as lovely as they are.<br />
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The Small Barn</h3>
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I'm going to classify a <b>small barn</b> as any barn with less than six stalls. Having a "small barn"means you havejust enough space for a few horses of your own. This reduces stress, and means you won't have to worry about keeping things up to anyone's standards but your own. It also makes it super do-able to handle chores on your own while working full time. Pasture, manure and other maintenance would be lessened, and they're just so darn charming and cozy. Plus, I imagine if you go smaller size-wise you can go "bigger" on some high end design elements like the stalls or the flooring in the barn since you have less square footage to cover. </div>
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What I love about this particular barn is the wide barn opening, the dutch doors covered by the overhang, the cute colour and the perfect small size. It looks like it's a four stall barn, though one of those spots may be taken up by a tack or feed room.</div>
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This pole barn is actually only has two stalls. The rest of the space is filled by a wash stall and tack room and machinery storage. This is the perfect type of barn to have dutch doors on; turn out for two would be so easy peasy!</div>
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The Mid-Sized Barn</h3>
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I'm classifying a <b>mid-sized</b> barn as anything with 6-12 stalls. You might have all of your own horses, or a combination of friend/family members horses and boarders. Mid-sized barns mean that you can still do it yourself but you're probably a busy lady. You can also get help, or maybe trade chores for board. </div>
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What I love about this particular barn is the shutters, the beautiful colour of the barn siding, the overhang on both sides of the barn, and the second story loft.</div>
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Okay, I know i said "somewhat realistic" but this barn is too beautiful not to share. The stone, the stall doors, the peaked roof. It's perfection. I'd live in this barn!</div>
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The Large Barn</h3>
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The summary of this barn on the builder's website says it all : 12 stalls, 1 wash stall, tack room, lounge, grain room, laundry room, full bath with shower, office, full legnth prch, 2nd floor apartment and 84 x 200 indoor arena.</div>
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The Outdoor Wash Stall</h3>
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I love outdoor wash stalls. Yes, they're less "all season" because you can only use them when the weather is nice enough to be outside, but in my mind that basically only means you can't bathe when it's raining. And hey, maybe I can go crazy and have both indoor and outdoor options!</div>
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If I were to have an indoor area, i'd want a viewing room. If I had a viewing room, I'd want it to be like this one. I love how it's a cozy hang out space with ample room for seating. The kitchen is a great addition for hosting shows or clinics or even just for boarders who like to come and stay the for the day.</div>
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What i've heard from other barn owners is that the shelters are one of the most expensive things to build/add on and existing facilities often come without them. I love the idea of shared shelters that cover two paddocks at once, it seems cost efficient and smart!</div>
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That's all for now - since I only covered the exterior today i'll be back with my Dream Barn interior later. :)</div>
Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-49290680968512040412015-01-14T05:57:00.002-08:002015-01-29T06:30:00.218-08:00Happy New Year!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<em><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you asked me for my New Years Resolution, it would be to find out who I am. -- Cyril Cusack</span></em></div>
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<strong>Happy New Year! </strong></h1>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">New Years Resolutions; a fickle bitch or a way to start the year off right? <strong>This year</strong> <strong>I've decided to blog every week.</strong> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">As you may know, I'm an English major, a lover of writing and reading, a twenty something, an animal lover and an aspiring yogi. I plan to write a little more about anything and everything that interests me and may interest you. </span></div>
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So what are your resolutions this year? Mine include learning to knit, reading more, blogging and continuing to explore new poses in my yoga practice. </div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Resolutions that <strong>rock</strong>: </span></div>
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<li style="margin: 11px 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Starting new hobbies: knitting, martial arts, gardening </span></li>
<li style="margin: 11px 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Organization: cleaning out the junk drawer, your closet or your car</span></li>
<li style="margin: 11px 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Reasonable health and fitness goals: starting a new sport or buying more dark leafy greens</span></li>
<li style="margin: 11px 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Financial goals: starting a new savings account</span></li>
<li style="margin: 11px 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Reading goals: It never hurts to read more and there are some really cool challenges online</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Resolutions that <strong>suck</strong>: </span></div>
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<li style="margin: 11px 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Weight loss goals (30 lbs in two weeks just isn't healthy)</span></li>
<li style="margin: 11px 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Self-critical goals (I will stop doing X, Y or Z)</span></li>
<li style="margin: 11px 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Gym goals: I will go to the gym 5x a week (it never happens!) </span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">What's your new years resolution this year? Post it in the comments below!</span></div>
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I can't believe how quickly summer has turned into fall. Within a week of the wedding (which was on August 30th) the leaves started turning, a chill came into the air and I've already had my first Pumpkin Spice Latte from Starbucks. In the two weeks post-wedding, I've been busy organizing gifts (most are still stored neatly - we're saving most of them for when we have a kitchen worthy of them), cleaning and re-organizing our house, posting wedding stuff on Kijiji and starting Thank You cards. The wedding already feels like <i>months</i> ago even though we're only coming up on our two week anniversary this Saturday.<br />
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One of my favourite parts of wedding planning was visualizing my tables. I had a pretty clear idea of what I wanted and didn't want.<br />
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I knew I wanted rustic wooden table boxes. I love how they showcase flowers and succulents. I found boxes like <a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/162344169/long-centerpiece-box-for-rustic-wedding?ref=sr_gallery_15&ga_search_query=rustic+table+box&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery">this</a> on Etsy.<br />
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I personally <i>love </i>what we ended up doing with the table boxes. We got rough pine and cut them into three and a half foot boxes - what we determined to be the perfect size for a six foot table. We built them high enough so that you could still see the top half of the antique mason jars. We chalk painted them with Annie Sloan chalk paint, sanded them rounding the corners to create a weathered look and then waxed them with dark wax.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I bought over 100 antique mason jars for the wedding!</td></tr>
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I wanted peonies, cabbage roses and garden roses; none of which were in season at the end of August. I also wanted Dahlias but our florists had worked with them before and found they wilted almost instantaneously in the direct sunlight. I found <a href="http://theantiquedoor.blogspot.ca/2011/06/seasonal-peonies-alternatives.html">this amazing blog post</a> from Life of a Vintage Lover about peony alternatives that are available in August which helped me discover my favourite of the wedding flowers: <b>Rununculus</b>. I had the most <b>amazing </b>florists. They were actually just two friends of my mum's who are amazing gardeners. They took my favourite looks from Pinterest and gave me the soft, romantic look and feel I wanted on my budget. Our centrepiece bouquets had two bunches of baby's breath on the end and one beautiful centre bouquet of Rununculus, two types of Wax Flower, mini white Carnations and pink Lisianthus and pink Alstromerias. Baby's Breath is a great addition because it's <i>so </i>cost effective yet soft and romantic and looks great alongside other flowers.</div>
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I knew I wanted white linens and I was shocked to find out how expensive they were to rent. In our area they came at $17/tablecloth. I knew there had to be a more cost effective way and ended up ordering them online for $7/tablecloth from a discount wedding website. They came quickly, looked amazing and fit the bill for what we needed. If you're looking for luxurious draping linens this may not be the course of action for you but they worked for our outdoor setting. I'm now selling them to another bride for a great price so that she can save money, too! These were only used once and cleaned up perfectly without any stains or damage. </div>
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I wanted table runners from day one. Originally, I thought burlap would be nice. I'd seen these gorgeous burlap ones trimmed in lace on Etsy - they were to die for. </div>
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We went on a shopping trip to our local fabric store and ended up finding two rolls; one navy blue and white chevron and one coral pattern that we <b>loved. </b>We used the blue and white to make table runners. A change from 8' to 6' tables meant we only have enough for every other table but I ended up being really happy with how they turned out, anyway!</div>
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I bought <a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/transaction/222895445">this printable thank you note</a> from Twirly Designs on Etsy. She was lovely and customized them exactly how I wanted getting them to me within hours of my purchase. I printed them on kraft paper instead of white cardstock to fit with the look and feel of our wedding. I placed them on each place but because it was windy I had to put it between the salad and dinner plates so they wouldn't fly away. Since we didn't have a menu, I thought the thank you notes added a nice touch to the place settings and reminded people how much we appreciated them being there!</div>
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<li>DIY as much as possible - we made everything we possibly could</li>
<li>Budget - I had no idea how expensive fabric is and went way over budget on table runners</li>
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The blog once again took a backseat while a summer of wedding craziness unfolded. It was all about printing, DIY-ing, thrifting and a whole lot of planning and organizing. <i>So many lists!</i><br />
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The wedding day was <b>perfect</b>; the weather was beautiful until after dinner at which point it down poured on us forcing everyone into the barn for the reception and dessert. The guests were all wonderful and the mood felt happy and relaxed. It was exactly what we wanted and hoped for.<br />
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I'm going to post a couple blog posts about the wedding to make up for lost blogging time. It would be impossible to cover everything in one. I'll start with the lead up to the wedding and a few shots of some of my favourite DIYs. I'll do a few posts specifically about doing the DIYs for other bride-to-be's.<br />
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The two days before the wedding were spent at the venue preparing. We brought in <i>everything </i> from the barn beam arch to the barn board and steel bar and the antique claw foot bathtub for drinks. We had a lot of help from family and friends - we truly could not have done it without them. The venue was on the lake with a large farm house turned cottage, a beautiful beach, a sauna and a rustic barn. We had the ceremony outside, dinner outside in a beautiful meadow and the reception in the barn. It worked out perfectly and we're lucky that the rain held off for as long as it did.<br />
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I'll start with my favourite DIY; <i>the favours</i>. As you may know from reading the blog, our wedding favours were <b>succulents in teacups</b>. We stole the idea from Pinterest and ran with it. They were adorable and I love that the incorporated my love of vintage with living breathing plants. Other than the pots the succulents came in they were totally eco-friendly and upcycled, too! Succulents are so on trend and people were obsessed with these favours. Each favour was unique and wedding guests got to select a teacup that suited their personal style.<br />
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We don't have any professional photos back yet so please excuse the quality of the images they're mainly iPhone pictures and stolen off of Facebook from our guests but I couldn't wait to share :).<br />
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Succulent planting happened on the Wednesday and Thursday before our wedding. My mom, new mom-in-law and new sister-in-law got things done and had everything organized when I came out after getting pampered at the spa. Luckily we got into the venue early so we could plant and set up our favours before doing the rest of the wedding set up.<br />
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Our display case is a wooden casing that was purchased out of a century home in the downtown of our city for $50 by Brad's mom. It is totally raw and people actually thought it was part of the barn it matched the decor so seamlessly. We found an antique chandelier in the basement of the barn that hung beside it completing the look.<br />
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In the days before the wedding I started getting all of the finishing touches together. The <b>programs </b>were one of the most time consuming but rewarding DIY's. I will do a blog post solely devoted to them because I love them so much. They were cost effective, vintage and rustic inspired and 100% handmade. Just like our favours each program was unique and I hope that people selected a cover that matched their individual style and taste. See the <a href="http://www.intimateweddings.com/blog/diy-wedding-programs-from-burlap-and-vintage-patterned-paper/">Intimate Weddings Blog</a> that inspired by programs.<br />
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For my flower girl I wanted a basket that matched the grey ring bearer's box. For the ring bearer I bought a simple box from Michaels and stained in a beautiful grey. I made a pillow for the rings using a beautiful worn pillow case from my grandfather's house. Unfortunately we gave the box to our ring bearer and I'm not sure if I ever got a picture of it. For the flower girl my bridesmaid Amanda and I were to Michaels and bought two cute baskets. We bought grey spray paint and painted them to match. They looked lovely with pink and white rose petals in them. </div>
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Our flower boxes were another highly time consuming DIY that were well worth the effort put in. We got rough pine from the lumber yard and Brad built the boxes with one of his groomsmen. We chalk painted, sanded and waxed them with dark wax to get the beautiful rustic look we were going for. </div>
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Another DIY that was a great success was our chalkboards. Brad's mom and I bought them at thrift shops and she chalk painted them for me using Annie Sloan chalk paint. They were perfect for our bar menu, seating memo, instagram sign and dessert bar. </div>
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The venue was in bloom with gorgeous flowers. It was a nice surprise because when we visited two weeks prior it had been looking a little weedy and overgrown. We couldn't be happier with the bright wall of yellow flower behind our ceremony site that popped up just in time.<br />
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It was a perfect day and a wonderful weekend. We had family come from across the country and got to catch up with so many of our friends. Now we're focusing on getting back to normal, married life. So much organization and cleaning to do!<br />
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<br />Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-92217118037374990462014-06-03T06:28:00.001-07:002014-06-03T06:32:56.759-07:00Rain, Rain Go Away!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Finally, a rainy day so I can return to blogging! My new job has swept me away from writing temporarily. We’ve been working on the exterior of our house in every possible way; Brad put a new deck on the front of our house, I’ve planted planters and put in some new perennial beds, we got our vegetables planted and we have done lots of general upkeep and maintenance. Last summer was our first summer in the house and instead of doing any major changes we decided to see what would come up and then make the changes necessary once we knew. Many of the flower beds were overrun with flowers and weeds so it's taken quite a bit of work to get things looking nice. <o:p></o:p></div>
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We bought this house because of the backyard. That's what I say, anyway. I fell in love with it when I stepped outside on the first night we viewed the house. As you all know, the interior of the house was to be desired. The backyard on the other hand spoke for itself. It's a country oasis and the space, trees, gardens spoke to me. The nice thing about our house is that we're surrounded by fields on three sides so we have a view of wide open space all around us! I love country living because it means that I get to see and experience so much nature every single day. Eventually we'll have our own farm, but for now it's so nice just to be surrounded by one.</div>
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Our find of the week was definitely the claw foot tub! We’re going to use it as a cooler at the wedding. We’ve had our eye out for one for a while and B’s mom is great and finding things online. We lost out on one a few months ago so we were happy to get a great price on this one! The inside of the tub is in near perfect condition and i'm thinking about painting the outside. <i>Do you think I should paint it or leave it looking rustic? </i>We stuck the tub in our lower shed for the interim. Next year I might use it as a planter in the garden!<br />
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The chicken coop changes that I wrote about in early spring are all underway. I found a hardy climbing tropical flower for the lattice on the exterior of the coop, transplanted a few Hostas from the front of the house and transplanted some chives from B's parents house. I also planted Nasturtiums in this bed. Also on my list, I stuck some solar lights in and they have been a life saver when I'm running down to the coop after dark!</div>
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As you know, I like a good find. i also love using containers and items in my home in creative ways. Has anyone else noticed how expensive planters and pots are? I've found some really neat and unique containers for my planters this year.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A cool enamel bowl I bought at a garage sale for $2<br />
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PS - those railings are on the back deck!</td></tr>
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Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-7079744335231737252014-05-08T06:50:00.001-07:002014-05-08T08:48:15.971-07:00Signs of SpringSpring is in the air! I'm <i>finally </i>seeing signs of spring. I'm happy that I get to enjoy all of the signs now that I'm working remotely. Today is day four of my amazing new job. It's been a great experience already. The training has been interesting and challenging and I've learned so much already! I feel like my brain is <i>working </i>for the first time since I wrote my final paper last June. I'm a learning junkie so it's so exciting to get to use and appreciate my brain again.<br />
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I've been complaining about the weather for MONTHS. It was a long, dreary winter. I've always been a hot weather girl; give me thirty degree weather and humidity any day! Now that the weather has warmed up and the sun is starting to show it's face I wanted to post a few photos of spring around our place. There are all of two spring flowers in bloom and a few buds finally coming. I'm hoping that in the next few weeks there will be a floral explosion of tulips, hyacinths and crocuses!<br />
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A few adorable pictures I took this morning of Harley having a ball in the backyard. She's just so cute!<br />
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On a completely unrelated side note; do you remember my post <a href="http://creatively-country.blogspot.ca/2014/03/propogating-plants-in-water-step-by.html">Propagating Plants in Water</a>? I've updated the post with my newly planted English Ivy. Check back on the post to see how well my Ivy flourished after being grown on my window ledge.Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-37032214578475528292014-05-01T07:21:00.000-07:002014-05-01T07:21:27.348-07:00Creating a Successful and Productive Home Office <br />
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I am very excited to be starting a new position Monday! I’ve
been looking for a new job for a while now and to my delight I’ve landed my
dream position. In my new role I will be working remotely for the first time
ever. I’ve always been intrigued by work-from-home situations and I’m ecstatic
that I can spend more time with Harley. Yes, I was a University student for
five consecutive years and “worked from home” on essays and assignments but
being a student is <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">so</i> different from
being an employee. I will have set hours, deadlines and while I’ll give up the
flexibility of being able to binge-watch Downton Abbey mid-day <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span>I'll gain a little thing called getting paid!<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> I cannot wait to begin this new adventure. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></b></div>
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I've set up my office in one of the bedrooms on the second
storey of our house. This room is also my closet and tends to get a little messy because of the sheer amount of clothing and accessories I own and use on a daily basis. Conqeuring the closet organization will be my first step here. My other concerns about the room are that: there isn’t enough
natural and artificial light (we have no ceiling lights upstairs), there is too
much <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">stuff</i> in the room and that it’s
not organized to a tee.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I can change all
of these things however I only have four days before I begin work and we’re
away for the weekend so I need to start <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">now.
</i><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">I will be required to Skype often and need to make sure that the space behind me is visually appealing and organized at all times.</span></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">So how is my office
currently set up?</i> I have a filing cabinet next to my desk which my
scanner/printer/fax machine sits on top of. I love having the magnetic surface
beside me as I work and I have magnetic note pads and a super cute magnetic pencil
& post-it note holder stuck to it for easy access. I use an antique dining
room table as a desk because I love to spread out my work. Having a table
instead of a desk with drawers meant that I had no room for storage, so last
spring I painted a hideous old half of a TV hutch we had been given and put
gorgeous emerald glass knobs on it and <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">voila
</i>chic storage! It turned out fabulously if I do say so myself. Inside the
hutch are all of my supplies. I consider myself a bit of an office supply
expert so I’ll give you the run-down of what I think are the most important office
essentials:</div>
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<li>Notepads</li>
<li>Post-It Notes (and <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">lots </i>of them!)</li>
<li>Pens (find a kind you like and get a bunch of them)</li>
<li>Paper Clips (colourful are my favourite)</li>
<li>Binder Clips (again, I like the fun colourful kind)</li>
<li>Stapler</li>
<li>Staple Remover (surprisingly, they do come in handy)</li>
<li>Tape Dispenser (I prefer the solid kind because otherwise my tape <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">always </i>goes missing)</li>
<li>Basket for electronics/chargers (keep them all in one place)</li>
<li>Paper (blank, ruled, colourful)</li>
<li>Printer Ink (always have extra on hand)</li>
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In a digital world I
am still a sucker for the good old fashioned office supplies. There will always
be a time for paper and a pen in my books. I’m such a visual learner that
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Now for my office want list:</div>
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<li>an area rug</li>
<li>a pretty and slightly girly corkboard/organization & inspiration board</li>
<li>a beautiful office chair like this IKEA Gregor chair (below)</li>
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One of my best finds of the summer (2013) was a little ornate antique shelf. Originally, I had envisioned it as a spice rack. When I got it home it didn't fit under my cupboards. Next, I thought it could go in my bathroom but it ended up being too big and bulky for the counter. So inevitably, it found a home on my desk and I really haven't put it to good use. What would you do with it/put on it? I need advice!</div>
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<br /><b>I'm going to leave you with a few of my favourite office spaces from Pinterest:</b><br />
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Things I love about this desk top: the inspiration board, decor that is pretty and chic but not clutter-y, good lightning, array of textures and styles and the use of an alternate style of desk!<br />
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This I love about this office: the gold and chevron, obviously, I also love the desk placement, cute little booksehlf and antique chair.<br />
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So, I don't love this office's decor. It's too sterile-white for my desk. I DO love that chalkboard organization system though it's EPIC! I am thoroughly impressed. Where would a person get such a thing?<br />
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That's all for now... I'll update you with pics soon! :) <br />
Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-23170040599730246992014-04-29T06:46:00.002-07:002014-04-29T06:48:46.429-07:00I Love Online AuctionsI've had amazing luck in 2014 with online auctions. Often downsizing or estate sales, these auctions are an amazing way to find an ecletic array of vintage and antique goods! And they're <i>addictive. </i>My first purchase was an assorted lot of teacups for our wedding favours. I got them for a <b>steal</b>. My second purchase, which I picked up Friday afternoon, were two items from a flea market that I frequent often.<br />
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<b>Vintage Hobnail Milk Glass Light Fixtures</b></h3>
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I snapped this pic in the back of my car. How gorgeous are these lamps? I'm officially obsessed with milk glass! They're in good working order and simply need a shade and a bulb. I went out looking for shades last night but didn't have any luck at Homesense or Home Outfitters they seem to only sell the whole lamp. I'm going to try Lowes tonight. I was thinking of a simple black shade... what colour or type of lamp shade would you put on these babies?<br />
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<b>Five </b><b><b>Antique </b>Porcelain Door Knobs & 1 </b><b><b>Antique</b> Glass Door Knob </b></h3>
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I'm using these antique door knobs as place holders for the wedding. I already have someand jumped when I saw these on the online auction! It's a cute little DIY that I will post on the blog once I've collected more knobs. Considering what I spent on the glass knobs I purchased for our these were amazingly priced with my high bid of $29 for the lot. They also threw in two enamel style dishes (pictured below the knobs). Not sure what I will do with them yet but they're kind of cool!<br />
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<li><b>Wait to bid:</b> getting into a bidding war on something you <i>really </i>want with five days remaining will just drive the final bid price up. I only bid on the last day of the auction so I have a clearer idea of what the final price is going to be. Don't get excited when you find an amazing piece for $2 on day one. It won't last! That said...</li>
<li><b>Go for the deals:</b> Sometimes things<i> do</i> go for ridiculously low prices. I find this especially happens with mid-low range art. I've seen it go for $2-3 on the final day of bidding. Keep an eye out for nice frames even if the art isn't totally to your taste. Sort the items from low to high to control yourself from looking at that <i>gorgeous </i>harvest table that is already at $300.</li>
<li><b>Decide how much you want to spend: </b>when you see an item you want, whether it's an old steamer trunk, a vintage typewriter or a piece of art, decide what the most you'll pay for it is up front. Do some comparisons on ebay or kijiji to see what it might be worth. Don't overspend! It's easy to get pulled in to a bidding war and end up over paying for something you didn't even want before you opened up the auction.</li>
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Most importantly<b> have fun</b>! Let me know what amazing finds you've found on online auctions I'd love to hear your thrifting story.Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-58000131399402116452014-04-15T07:43:00.001-07:002014-04-15T07:43:49.956-07:00The Old Bathroom<i>Finally, finally, finally</i> after<b> months</b> of hard work (on my bf's part not mine) and patience the old bathroom is GONE. No more teal and black tile, no more weird shutter cupboards, no more ugly lighting, old mirror, outdated vanity, scummy tub or old toilet. Can you believe a family with four kids used this bathroom as their only full bath? They were troopers! I could not be more excited to see the bathroom completely cleared out. I'm still going to do a <b>room tour</b> of the sparkly NEW bathroom but there are a few finishing touches I am hoping to complete first so that you can have the full experience.<br />
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<i>Originally,</i> the plan was to convert the old bathroom into a main floor laundry room. Our plan to put in a patio door and build a deck off the back is still going to happen however when it came down to measurements and practicality this room is simply <i>too </i>small to be a functioning laundry room. There was no way to position the machines and have the door without being cramped. So we scrapped the laundry room and kept our dreams of a patio alive! Taking the wall down actually opens up the space and makes the odd main floor layout a little more spacious and open. We're going to treat it like a mudroom to out back with some bench seating and space to hang jackets and store clothes.<br />
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<b>What would you do with this space? </b>Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-90626052044137770142014-04-03T09:09:00.000-07:002014-04-03T09:09:37.102-07:00Planning the Jack and JillJack and Jill wedding fundraisers seem to be one aspect of a wedding that create quite a bit of <b>controversy </b>among guests. Some people hate them with a passion! They see them as a "money grab" and one more thing that they have to cash out for (in addition to presents, outfits, babysitters etc.). While I agree that couples shouldn't PROFIT off of their wedding, I think that Jack & Jill's can be fun and cost party-goers no more (in reality probably <i>less</i>) than a night out on the town or dinner at a nice restaurant. Why not spend Saturday night helping out the bride & groom if you're going to go out and do something anyway? Again, in moderation: a couple I know had a Jack and Jill despite having the wedding PAID for by their parents and simply pocketed the cash from the Jack & Jill. In my opinion that is wrong but throwing one to help pay for your wedding is totally okay! In many cases young couples really need that extra money to front the bills. I've been to a couple and for any friends whose party I couldn't attend I bought a ticket to support them anyway. I think they're fun and don't cost any individual person <i>too </i>much.<br />
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We're throwing our Jack & Jill in June. Interestingly, I couldn't find many tutorials or blogs on the internet so I've decided to write my own. <br />
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My Dream Jack & Jill</h3>
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My dream Jack & Jill would have been a party outside, preferably on a friend's farm or in a backyard, where we could sell alcohol ourselves, have a BBQ and serve delicious homemade food. Good music, great weather and all of our friends would be there. I think this would have been the best profit margin <i>if </i>we had the perfect place to host it with a pre-existing sheltered area. Unfortunately, we don't have such a place to use and to rent one or rent a tent for a backyard would have been far too expensive. (Tent rental = up to $2K in our area). Plus, we would have had to pay for additional things like tables & chairs, either a DJ or a sound system, portable outhouses ... it adds up quickly and suddenly becomes almost like the wedding! Sadly, we realized an outdoor party wasn't the best way to make money.<br />
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The Reality</h3>
So, my dreams are not going to come true for the Jack & Jill. My bridesmaid who took event planning in school reassured me that they were taught that outdoor events are often way more expensive than indoor ones. Plus, we're having my <b>dream wedding </b>at the most amazing outdoor venue I could ever imagine so I decided I could take a loss on this one. That left us with the question: where else could we host the party? A country legion or hall is just about my<i> worst nightmare</i>. It's <i>too country </i>for me; they just aren't my style of party at all. I want something a little more chic and trendy. So we compromised by finding a hall type venue in town. <br />
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The Venue</h3>
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<li>Must be cost efficient (the average rate was $300 in our area for a hall-type space)</li>
<li>Must have a cash bar with enough bar tenders to keep party go-ers happy</li>
<li>Must have room for fun & games and a dance floor</li>
<li>Must either have reasonably priced food or allow you to bring in your own </li>
<li>Must allow you to stay until a decent hour </li>
<li><i>It's a bonus if</i>... they have a sound system that allows you to plug in an ipod save on the cost of a DJ for the night</li>
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We crunched the numbers on a couple venues before deciding on one. The cheapest venue that was in the best location ended up wanting us to be packed up and out by 12 a.m. (way too early!) and didn't have a sound system for us to plug into. We decided early on to save on the price of a DJ by creating an awesome playlist for the night and simply plugging an ipod into a sound system. We assumed that halls would have such a thing already set up.<br />
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The venue we chose is a local curling club that was built within the past five years so it's totally new and up-to-date. The room is very nice looking, has a big bar with two bartenders for the night, room for 200 guests, tables and chairs set up, a sound system to plug in to and we can party until 2 a.m.! <i>We're thrilled.</i><br />
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Pick a Theme</h3>
A theme makes it much easier to pull everything together. Popular party themes include Hawaiian/Beach Party, Carnival/Circus, 80s/neon, etc. etc.<br />
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We are going with a <b>90s theme </b>as per my event planning bridesmaid's suggestion. We grew up in the 90s so it's the perfect decade to celebrate. Once we started throwing ideas around there were endless game and decorating ideas to go with it. Other themes seemed tired and over-done but this one spoke to us. <br />
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Games</h3>
Games are run by the bridal party. They should be fun and cheap enough for people to want to play. I've been to a country J&J where we did minnow racing and log chopping. For our 90s theme we're thinking:<br />
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<li>Beanie Baby Toss</li>
<li>Pogs Tournament</li>
<li>Battleship Station</li>
<li>MASH</li>
<li>Kareoke </li>
<li>Board Games</li>
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We will also do the usual games like toonie toss and goldfish insurance. <br />
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Food</h3>
Food should be <i>free </i>for guests. We are going to serve something easy and affordable like pizza! The rest of the food will tie into our theme:<br />
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<li> 90s Candy Station: baby pops, rockets, popeyes....</li>
<li>Cupcakes decorated like a 90s show like Pokemon </li>
<li>Crazy Straws for drinks</li>
<li>Soup Nazi soup station (I love Seinfeld!)</li>
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This is what we've planned so far. We still have two months to do the final planning. Do you have any awesome 90s themed ideas? Comment or tweet me I'd <b>love </b>to hear them!
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<br />Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-70407906930326801412014-04-01T07:35:00.002-07:002014-04-01T07:35:45.612-07:00Spring Chickens: Part II<h3 style="text-align: center;">
My Spring List</h3>
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Welcome to Part II of my Spring Chicken Keeping Post! If you didn't read Part I you can click <a href="http://www.creatively-country.blogspot.ca/2014/03/spring-chicken-part-i.html">here</a>.<b><br /></b></div>
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I've got a pretty good understanding of the chicken keeping basics. It's been less than a year and I've figured out a lot. My goal for this spring is to make my chicken's lives even <i>better. </i>I was thrilled to be able to <i>finally </i> put the girls outside yesterday. When I left in the morning they hadn't worked up the nerve to venture out yet but when I arrived home all twelve of them were happily enjoying the "warm" weather (is 8 degrees Celsius really considered warm this year?) and sunshine. </div>
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Now that spring is <i>almost </i>here I want to make some changes and upgrades to our coop.<br />
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<b>Dust Bath Upgrade: Chickens love to take dust baths and it's great for them! </b>Our
outdoor area is a dusty space which we filled with mulch from trees we cut down on our property last spring
before the chickens arrived. I spent an entire day "prepping" their outdoor space. Last summer, the hens made their own
dust bath spots in the ground. This year, I would like to make a special dust bath
for them. I have decided to fill my dust bath with sand. There are many options
for what to fill the tub with and a simple google search will show you there are strong opinions about it. You will often hear about using food
grade diatomaceous earth (DE). I have decided to avoid DE for now since it's recommended that
people wear masks when dealing with DE I can't see how it's okay for the
hen's respiratory systems, either.If anyone has any information on this I'd love your input! :)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Up-cycled Dog Bed becomes a Dust Bath<br />
Source:<a href="http://insidethechickencoop.blogspot.ca/2010_07_01_archive.html"> Inside the Chicken Coop</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This is the type of basin I want to use! <br />
Source: <a href="http://littlefarmbigcity.wordpress.com/2013/04/02/dusting-box-for-hens/">Little Farm in the Big City</a></td></tr>
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<b>A Ladder: </b>Although my hens have tons of roosting spots there is something so cute about chickens hanging out on a ladder! It would provide them with more roosting spots and some great photo ops. I have always wanted an outdoor ladder but since we haven't enclosed the top of our coop it might act as an easy escape route. For now, an interior ladder is on my spring list.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Source: <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/36802921927388612/">Pinterest</a></td></tr>
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<b>An Exterior Light:</b>
Whether it's a solar light or actually hooked up to electricity it
would be nice to have a light source at the coop. Our coop is closer to the back of our yard and it gets a little dark on my walk down sometimes. I always get the
girls in before dark in the summer however in the winter it would have been <i>really</i> nice (luxurious, even) to have some light down at the coop! I love the two luxury coops pictured below and the hanging lights are perfect! <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Source: <a href="http://www.urbangardensweb.com/">Urban Garden</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Source: <a href="http://www.theartofdoingstuff.com/the-coop/">The Art of Doing Stuff</a></td></tr>
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<b>Improve the Exterior: </b>For "Year One" the outdoor yard and interior coop were the priorities. Installing the run, electricity and water went way over our original concept of what keeping chickens would cost us. This year I can have a little more fun with the exterior and decor. First thing I want to do is power wash the exterior and paint it. There are brackets for hanging baskets and I'd love to get some flowers outside this year. There are "flower beds" on the front and side of the coop that were a hot mess of bushes and weeds last year. I'd also love to order a cute sign off of Etsy for the coop.<br />
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I<i> love</i> the black hardware on the chicken coop below! I also love the rustic charm of the second pictured coop. Maybe I can add some rustic touches to mine.. the shutters and hanging star are super cool and trendy. <br />
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Have you noticed that when you search<b> Chicken Coop </b>on Pinterest every coop is a glamorous, impeccably clean mini-mansion? If i've learned one thing about chickens this year it's that they are <i>dirty. </i>They poop <i>everywhere. </i>I don't understand how people let them in their houses? They <i>look </i>adorable but where is all of the chicken poop? Probably just outside of the photograph. As much as I want to make improvements I want them to benefit the chickens more than me. They don't care about gallery walls or couches in their coop; they like being outside and pecking at bugs. I'll try not to forget that as I get caught up in pictures of luxury coops that belong in the Hamptons. :) If you want to see some of these over-the-top coops check out my <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/creatvlycountry/chicken-keeping/">Chicken Keeping </a>board on Pinterest! I pin everything from chandeliers to coops with seating. Oh, I also pin informative and helpful chicken related articles too.Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-67542179285857938172014-03-28T11:22:00.001-07:002014-03-28T11:22:45.709-07:00Spring Chicken: Part I<b>Part I </b>of my <b>Spring Chicken </b>post is going to be about general chicken keeping. What I do, what i've learned and what websites are good references on the web. Part II will chronicle my <u>To-Do List </u>that is meant to make my gal's lives even better come spring. <br />
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I've dedicated myself to being an informed and responsible chicken keeper. My grandfather studied poultry at an Agricultural College before going on to Teacher's College and rasied chickens his entire life. I find it sad that I'm raising hens now that he's gone because I have so many questions I wish I had asked him. It is nice to keep one of his passions alive, though, and I feel like it connects me to my farming roots. I wish I had paid more attention when I was a kid on the farm but when we did chores together I was always caring for the ponies and missed out valuable poultry lessons. My grandfather primarily raised Buff Orpingtons however he always had a variety of other fowl around the farm including peacocks, ducks etc. <br />
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As I've said before, it's been a <b>long </b>winter for both the chickens and myself. Keeping chickens in the winter is a lot harder than I expected. My hens are a group of spoiled, fair-weather gals who love to be outside and probably would have prefered to move down south this winter (but hey, so would I). This winter has been <i>extreme</i> both in temperature and conditions; constant cold, blizzards, freezing rain, hail.... you name it we've had it. It feels like it's never going to end! The gals have been inside since early November.<i> They are bored, bored, bored!</i> I did open up the coop for them on two mild days but they simply popped their heads out and went back inside. Next week is supposed to be mild so I am looking forward to letting them back outside during the day. <br />
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<b>The Winter Coop:</b> We bought our house a year and a half ago and luckily there was the added bonus of a lovely chicken coop in move-in-ready condition. Before we got the hens I used the coop as a garden shed. It's spacious and bright with floor to ceiling windows on one side, nesting boxes and plenty of roosts. There is a trap door to the outside but we built our own enclosure... the previous owners either took theirs down or had free-range hens. The coop is insulated and has excellent ventilation. We added electricity for the winter and have a heat lamp for them. When the weather gets a little warmer I will start turning it off and letting them outside during the day. We also ran water down to the coop but decided to wait until spring to get that fully functioning so that is something else I am looking forward to! <br />
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Keeping Chickens : The Basics </h3>
I have learned a lot about keeping chickens this year but I know that I am far from a poultry expert. I have some serious to-do's to tackle in order to make the lives of my girls even better come spring. I will share a few of the basics for new chicken-keepers before getting into the "Spring List". The blog <a href="http://www.lifeatcobblehillfarm.com/">Life at Cobble Hill Farm </a>has an excellent section on <a href="http://www.lifeatcobblehillfarm.com/p/chicken-keeping.html">Chicken Keeping</a> which is a great reference. I also visit <a href="http://fresh-eggs-daily.com/">Fresh Eggs Daily</a> and <a href="http://www.backyardchickens.com/">Backyard Chickens</a> frequently for information and insights. I do not consider myself an expert however am more than happy to share my experiences thus far. <br />
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<b>Feed</b></h3>
I feed a quality laying mash which I purchase locally. As Staci from <a href="http://www.lifeatcobblehillfarm.com/">Life at Cobble Hill Farm </a>says, "if you feed a balanced feed, you shouldn't have to worry about many of the supplements {i.e. vitamins, immune boosters, etc.}". (<a href="http://www.lifeatcobblehillfarm.com/2013/09/raising-chickens-supplementing-chickens.html">Supplementing Your Chicken's Diet</a>). I have recently discovered "scratch grain" which is not sufficient in protein but is often fed as a treat and am hoping to pick up a bag to try out on the girls. <br />
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<b>Water</b> </h3>
Fresh water, always. I have a heated water-er in the winter and a pretty standard one in the summer that stays cleaner and holds more water. <br />
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<b>Apple Cider Vinegar</b> </h3>
Add 1-2 tbsp.s per 1 gallon of water. ACV promotes health and supports a chicken's immune system. ACV is full of vitamins and minerals and is an antiseptic. Note: unpasteurised ACV is available in large quantities at tack and feed stores. Please see this link for more information: <a href="http://poultrykeeper.com/health-suppliments/apple-cider-vinegar">Poultry Keeper</a>. Poultry Keeper's recommendation is to add ACV to the water for the first week of every month <b>not </b>daily. <b>(The Devils Advocate: </b>another blog claims that the recommendation to put ACV in water on the internet is "grossly exaggerated" and points out that there is very little research that actually proves the benefits of ACV in water. See the blog here: <a href="http://blog.chickenwaterer.com/2012/12/dont-use-apple-cider-vinegar-acv-in.html">Chicken Waterer</a><a href="http://blog.chickenwaterer.com/2012/12/dont-use-apple-cider-vinegar-acv-in.html"> Blog</a>. I read the article and I'm not deterred from using ACV. It's always better to be informed though, right?)<br />
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<b>Oyster Shells</b></h3>
Can be purchased from your local tack or feed store and act as a calcium supplement. I used to just throw the shells down for them to pick at but have more recently been feeding it to them in a separate feeder. I find they poop in it but recently read the suggestion of positioning it under a hanging feeder to protect from droppings... might have to try this! Otherwise I will have to raise it up.<br />
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<b>Grit</b></h3>
I don't worry about grit because the girls have access to the ground/dirt and pick up stone on their own (except in the winter of course). Grit is available at the feed or tack store.<br />
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<b>Treats</b></h3>
Our chickens are our new composting system. They love our leftovers and I actually grow veggies in the garden specifically for them. When they see me picking tomatoes on my way to the coop they go nuts! They've actually started jumping up in the air when they see me coming with my treat basket. Treat should be just that, though, a treat. The chickens should never consume more 'treats' than food. Here is a list of treats to feed and treats to avoid: <a href="http://www.backyardchickens.com/a/chicken-treat-chart-the-best-treats-for-backyard-chickens">Chicken Treat Chart</a>.<br />
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Have any helpful hints for me and other chicken keepers? Feel free to share them here. I will post Part II tomorrow :)Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-2024753429725925262014-03-26T11:24:00.002-07:002014-03-26T11:25:30.190-07:00Why I'm Excited for Spring One of my absolute favourite blogs is <a href="http://www.lifeatcobblehillfarm.com/">Life at Cobble Hill Farm</a>. If you haven't checked it out you really should. Staci blogs about homesteading, raising chickens, cooking, making soap... I can't even list all of the amazing things she does. I admire her approach to living simply and enjoying animals, food and life! Plus, she has two adorable Frenchies. Staci recently posted a blog entitled<br />
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I've always been a <b>lister</b>. Listing helps me get organized, gets me excited for upcoming events and has been integral to packing for trips and moves. I've made a "Summer List" every year since I was in highschool but this is my first <b>spring list. </b>I don't think i've ever had to make a spring list before - normally spring feels like it's on it's way by March 26th - but not this year!</div>
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<li><b>Longer Evenings:</b> I love when the sun stays out longer. It <i>feels </i>like we get longer days.This has already started happening however, I find because of the cold weather it isn't enjoyable the way it is on a spring evening.</li>
<li><b>Spring Flowers:</b> I planted a "spring bed" last fall. 200 bulbs. I planted mainly tulips and hyacinths however I included a few crocuses as well. I cannot wait to see what comes up and how the bed looks. </li>
<li><b>Dog Walks:</b> Harley and I have had a seriously limited walking route this winter. Between snowed in trails, icy paths and sub-zero temperatures we have cut back on our walking routine. I cannot wait to get my hunter boots on and start exploring all of our old haunts and as many new trails as possible when the weather turns!</li>
<li><b>Sitting Out: </b>We installed a new second storey front porch last summer. I can't wait until it's no longer covered in snow and we can eat out dinner outdoors again!<b><br /></b></li>
<li><b>Planting the Veggie Garden:</b> Last year was my first year with a veggie garden. I loved every minute of it. Cucumbers and tomatoes were my favourite. The chickens were in heaven with all of the fresh produce treats they could want! This year we'll try a few new veggies and remember our favourites from last year!</li>
<li><b>Planting Planters: </b>I love planters and hanging baskets. I can't wait to choose what I'm going to plant this year! Last year I enjoyed mixed planters and a couple of strictly geranium planters on my front porch. This year I am testing out two planters with hyacinth bulbs that have stayed out all winter... will they bloom?</li>
<li><b>Cute Sandals</b>: It always amazes me how quickly we get to start wearing sandals. I've already bought a super cute pair of leather bottomed pink strapped flip flops.</li>
<li><b>Letting the Chickens Out:</b> It's been a <b>long </b>winter for the chickens. It's been a <b>long </b>winter for a first-time chicken owner, too. They were <i>so </i>happy all summer and fall... they love being outside but ever since I shut them inside they've been bored, bored, bored! At this point they haven't been out since November because of the extreme weather. I did open the doors for them on two mild days and they popped their heads out but quickly went back inside. I know they will be thrilled to get back to scratching in the dirt and eating bugs in the sunshine!</li>
<li><b>Cottaging:</b> I love our family cottage. It's my safe place <i>and </i>my happy place. Our cottage is on a huge acreage on the lake and is truly simple: no tv, no internet, just hammocks and the screened in porch for napping, books for reading and the dock for lounging. I can't wait to get back there.</li>
<li> <b>Driving with the Windows Down:</b> I love the feel of the breeze while I'm driving on the country roads!</li>
<li><b>Screen Doors:</b> Just like the windows down, I also love letting the breeze come into the house through our screen door. There is nothing better than the fresh spring breeze.</li>
<li><b>Frappuccinos:</b> I'm a Starbucks addict. I try not to get Fraps <i>too </i>often because they're terrible for you but they just taste so damn good. Cinnamon Dolce Frap, Si Vous Plait!</li>
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The photo below was the initial inspiration for my dress search. It inspired the navy colour scheme and my original desire to have long dresses with a sweetheart neckline. To me, this is the picture of elegance from the manicure to the perfect posture.<br />
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I looked high and low for the perfect dress. The closest I could find in our budget in an actual store was at David's Bridal. There are countless online shopping options for bridesmaids dresses but I didn't feel comfortable asking the girls to spend such a large amount of money on a website I'd never ordered from before. <br />
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If you are looking for this type of dress and have a bridal party with a bigger budget I recommend checking out J Crew. My favourite dress in the search was from their birdal line for $425. It is an absolutely stunning dress:<br />
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My MOH tried on the long chiffon sweetheart neckline dress at David's Bridal. It was stunning on her. Unfortunately, our sales girl told us that at 5'10" these dresses hover above the ground and if someone tall-er is wearing heels they have the same issue. DB has no "extra long" option. With one bridesmaid who is over 5'10" and two around 5'8" this helped me decided to go with short dresses.<br />
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As much as short dresses weren't in my sights when I first started looking I came around to the idea pretty quickly. When I saw the girls trying them on I loved them. I love that we're going to go with mismatched styles so they can each choose what suits them best. The dresses are young, fun and summery. The girls won't have to pay to get them hemmed which is also a major bonus.<br />
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Here are some photos from Pinterest (source: Pinterest search results for Short Navy Bridesmaids Dresses) to help me get a grip on how the ladies will look! I am going to give them the choice of heels or flats in any nude colour. <br />
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So this has been my first lesson in compromise and change in my overall wedding plan. The dresses won't be what I originally envisioned but I think they will be better all around for everyone... my girls are so gorgeous I don't think the dresses will make or break any part of the wedding day. They all seem excited about picking out their dresses and I am happy that they get to have that choice! :)<br />
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A few of the David's Bridal short bridesmaid dresses in Marine. The dresses are so cute and have great detail. They range from $120-159. (Source: google image search).<br />
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I've always been obsessed with plants and greenery in the
home. Outdoor gardening is new to me; <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
am equally interested just more inexperienced. You might have noticed my
planting obsession from my premature but oh so enthusiastic <a href="http://www.creatively-country.blogspot.ca/2014/02/a-warm-weekend-visions-of-spring.html">visions of spring post</a> or my
obsession with my <a href="http://www.creatively-country.blogspot.ca/2014/03/an-antique-wicker-fernery-style-guide.html">antique fernery</a>. I started growing plants from cuttings
when I was young – probably in sixth grade – I thought it was such a wonderful
miracle that you could snip off a sprig and it would start to grow! As a kid, I
set up shop in all of my mom’s window sills. Now I fill my own!</div>
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One of the reasons I think starting houseplants from
cuttings is so great is that it’s a virtually <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">free</i> method of gaining houseplants! Like a friends plant? Ask for a
cutting!</div>
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<u>Here is a list of plants that will propagate:</u></div>
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African Violet, Angel’s Trumpet, Avocado, Basil, Begonia, Christmas
Cactus, Coleus, Croton, English Ivy, Gardenia, Geranium, Hibiscus, Impatients, Lavender,
Lemon Grass, Mint, Petunia, Pothos, <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Roses,
Rosemary, Salvia, Sedum, Spider Plant, Verbena, Wandering Jew</div>
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Starting plants from cuttings is literally as easy as making
the cut, putting it in water and finding a sunny window sill. If you want more information
read my step by step guide below! A true gardener will tell you there are
better mediums than water to root in (perlite, vermiculite, seed starting mix) and
yes, the plant does get a bit of a shock when it is moved from water to potting
soil and the roots are weaker and more brittle <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">however </i>I’ve always had about a 70% success rate so I don’t think propagating
in water should be ruled out. Be flexible and expect that some plants won't take. If nothing else it’s fun to watch the roots grow in water!</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Step One: Make Your
Cut</b></div>
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Cut a section off of the pre-existing plant<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>- around 8-12 cm - using <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">sharp</b> scissors or shears. Take the cutting from “new growth”
(usually a lighter green colour) for best results. Make the cut
directly under a “node”. A node is the small bumps or rings where a leaf is or was attached. (<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://home.howstuffworks.com/how-to-care-for-house-plants8.html">How Stuff Works</a></span>)</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Step Two: Remove
Extra Leaves</b></div>
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You don’t want a bunch of leaves attached to your cutting<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> so
remove any “extra” leaves from the cutting especially those that will be below
the water level. You can add a rooting hormone at this stage. I don’t normally do this however if you want to go all out “rooting hormone, available in the form of a powder, gel, or liquid, can be
applied to the cut section. While not absolutely necessary, it can help
stimulate faster rooting” (<a href="http://home.howstuffworks.com/how-to-care-for-house-plants8.htm">How Stuff Works</a>). If you're a seriously results driven person you may want to do this. If you're in it for the fun I wouldn't bother.</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Step Three:
Put the Cutting in Water</span></b></div>
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Fill a small glass container (mason jars work really well)
with water. Remember to change the water regularly. I do every couple of days. If you have a water softener or are on city
water you may want to try distilled water instead.</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Step Four: Watch it
Root</b></div>
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The roots will form. The process varies and can take either
weeks or months depending on the plant and the growing conditions. This is the fun part in my opinion!</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Step Five: Plant the
Cutting in Soil</b></div>
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To avoid the root starting to rot in the water move the cutting
from the water to soil as soon as you have roots that are about 1 inch (2.5 cm)
in length. Some internet sources say to cover in a plastic bag at first to trap
in humidity. I’ve never done this. Others say to keep shaded for the first
little while. I've also never done this. This is the hardest step and where the plants often wither. Some withering is natural at first.</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Step Six: Water,
Water, Water</b></div>
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Water your cutting generously once they have been planted in
potting soil. Try using a mister if you feel like you’re over-watering. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Remember:</b> not all plants can be grown
from cuttings and not every cutting you start will take. English Ivy is one of my propagating
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>go-to’s <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>however the one I started last winter withered
up and died once planted in soil. Try to roll with the punches and start more
than one cutting to avoid disappointment!<br />
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<b>Step Seven: Enjoy Your New Plant</b><br />
The most important step - enjoyment! Once you have a new healthy and happy plant I have a feeling you will be as addicted to propogating as I am.<br />
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<b>The finished product: </b>I decided to start an English Ivy & a Geranium after writing this! They are hanging out on my windowsill until they have roots long enough to plant. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">On my kitchen window sill :)</td></tr>
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<b>ETA: </b>I'm coming back to this post to update with my Ivy which I have officially planted in soil! It flourished on my windowsill and I finally felt like it was ready to be planted just in time for spring.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">May 7 2014</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">May 7 2014</td></tr>
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Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-6838149845916147992014-03-10T08:34:00.001-07:002014-03-10T08:34:35.327-07:00Weekend Update<h3 style="text-align: center;">
“Things change. And friends leave. Life doesn't stop for anybody.”
<br /> <span style="font-weight: normal;">―
Stephen Chbosky,</span>
<span style="font-weight: normal;"><i>
The Perks of Being a Wallflower </i></span></h3>
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It was a weekend of change for me. I know I’m not alone in
my aversion to change. Change is hard, change challenges us and change can be
scary. But change is also what makes us grow. I had a lovely time with my two girlfriends
who I hadn’t seen since November; we got a chance to catch up, go thrifting (5
china teacups for the wedding for.25 cents each!) and even got to do some hot tubing
and champagne drinking. My friends, being their wonderful selves, also helped
me collect what I was given from my grandfather’s house and to say one last goodbye to
the house. I wrote about some of the wonderful memories I’ve had in the house <a href="http://creatively-country.blogspot.ca/2014/03/the-end-of-era.html">here</a>. It really hit me as we were driving away how much I will miss the house. As my mom said, it's a house with great vibes. It will be missed.</div>
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Most of the furniture, family heirlooms and photographs are
being kept by the family member who is moving into the house. However, there was a nice selection of family dishes
that I was able to choose from. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My new
collection includes our family china that we used at every holiday meal, a
silver platter from my grandparent’s 25<sup>th</sup> wedding anniversary, a
cake plate with topper, some beautiful mismatched floral china plates, a floral
tea set and <i>many </i>crystal pieces which I haven’t unpacked yet.<br />
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I also found a neat little pottery dish that says "Pinaud New York"on the bottom. I found this <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/95955539/pinaud-new-york-jar">Etsy listing</a> which describes it as: from the "1930's, held shaving creme for men. Pinaud was a french company, selling products in New York". Further googling finds that "In 1920, Pinaud opened its American branch on 5th Avenue, New York City. The Ed. Pinaud Building, as it was known, was an elaborate, million
dollar construct that opened to great fanfare...It wasn't until 1933 that Pinaud began
to reach the "common man" with their introduction of the low priced,
re-formulated Lilac Vegetol aftershave which ended up being a big hit. (wiki) The jars aren't worth much online - anywhere from $12 - $45 on ebay - but its a nice reminder of my grandfather who I remember shaving "the old fashioned way" and always smelling of aftershave. The jar is the perfect size for jewelry. <br />
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The only non-dishware item I received is an oil lamp that
has been in our family since we first came to Canada from Ireland. It still smells of kerosene and I know my grandfather often lit the lamps up until not too long ago.
I haven’t had a chance to properly unpack or photograph any of the items but I do have
a few quick snapshots to share with you for fun :).<br />
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I loaded everything into a hutch that was previously standing in as my linen closet. I love this piece and hope to have it in the kitchen eventually. I am planning on actually having the china in a proper china cabinet (my mom offered me one that is in her basement) but waned to get everything inside for now. It's one of those things that if you don't unpack it will never get unpacked. I'd hate to store any of these items in my basement. Unpacking the china and dishware was hard, I was overwhelmed by a sense of sadness and loss. I know I will use all of the dishes and will give them a great new home and life but it was hard to see them in a new setting.<br />
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Other purchases this weekend included a sink from IKEA for
our bathroom and two Boston Ferns for the fernery. If you’re interested in my
fernery blog post read <a href="http://creatively-country.blogspot.ca/2014/03/an-antique-wicker-fernery-style-guide.html">here </a>about styling an antique plant stand in the home. I
decided to leave the plant stand <i>as is</i> and to house Boston ferns in it for
authenticity (it is a <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">fernery</i> after
all). I didn’t account for how BIG the plants would be compared to the poor
little plant stand so we may move these ferns outside when the weather turns
and get smaller plants for the stand. I apologize for the poor quality picture I will upgrade it for you when I have better lighting.<br />
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What were you up to this weekend? Have you ever had to deal with moving heirlooms into your house and having mixed feelings about it? As always, I'd love to hear from you!</div>
Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-35973352796933282112014-03-07T09:04:00.000-08:002014-03-07T09:12:48.932-08:00The End of an EraMy grandfather passed away last summer just before his eighty fifth birthday. I miss him and think about him often. I credit him for so many wonderful things that are a part of my life now; my love of farm life and the country, my love of animals (specifically horses, ponies and now chickens) and the importance he ingrained into us of family and togetherness. I spent a huge part of my childhood at his small farm playing with kittens, dogs, chicks, baby lambs and sheep. I learned the daily routines ("chores") and most importantly I learned to ride and interact with horses. He always had ponies and horses but raised two Shetlands for me and my other horse crazy cousin to enjoy.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My Shetland :)</td></tr>
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Since this is the internet and my blog is technically published for any eyes to see I won't get into the intricacies of the will or what is happening in that respect however, I will say that everything physical (house, farm and "contents" of the house) were left to one person. My grandfather never updated his will after making it in the 80s and it therefore does not include his grandchildren. Thus far, I have been given one piece from "my" room at his house: an antique clock. After getting it home I had it appraised to learn it was made between 1880-1910. It is absolutely beautiful and timeless and despite the appraisers "poor" evaluation of its current "value" (about $250) I am totally enamoured with it. (To be fair he said antique clocks are hard to sell in this day and age which has brought down their value.) I love having it with me in my home and I love that it will be a part of my life. In my opinion, that is what is so beautiful and wonderful about antiques and why they should be shared; they carry memories and time throughout our lives.<br />
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This weekend we are going up to (hopefully) select a few more meaningful items from the house before it transitions from being my grandfather's house to the full time residence of the inheritor. It's probably the last time I will ever set foot in the house again after spending<i> every</i> holiday and many, many weekends of my life there. It's a <i>great</i> house. Unlike our family farmhouse which was given to another family member, the house is nothing large, grand or impressive. It's a cute-as-a-button brick bungalow my grandparents built to house their family. And it did just that. Everything about it is cozy and reminds me of family. It was always comfortable and welcoming. I hope to capture these elements in my home.<br />
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The person who is moving into the house essentially wants to keep most of the valuable and sentimental goods but is open to us taking things he is not interested in. Everything about an "estate" is unfortunate and difficult. Why does it seem these things always happen? When my grandmother on the other side of the family passed away that family used multi-coloured stickers and took turns selecting items that meant the most to them selling the rest in a garage sale. It was an equitable solution that worked for everyone and I highly recommend it if you're in this situation. I would love to gain a few pieces of china, pink depression glass, odds and ends like book ends, a small white book case and a standardbred horse print that hung in "my" room. My grandfather loved to drive and often bought SBs from the amish community. I don't love the idea of breaking up the house but if things are going to be given to the thrift store I'd like to have an option to incorporate them into my own home, being a devote thrifter myself.<br />
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I will miss the house and I hope it never fades from my memory. It was the start of a lot of amazing things in my life. The more I "get into" country living the more I feel like I continue on my grandfather's legacy. I am so thankful for him and can't imagine where I would be today without his influence on my life.<br />
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Have you been here? How did your family do things? Why are these things always so hard?<br />
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<br />Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-79686319297228278052014-03-05T09:34:00.000-08:002014-03-06T06:58:05.164-08:00An Antique Wicker Fernery Style Guide<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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I bought an antique wicker fernery at a silent auction a
couple weeks ago (I may have mentioned it already – I’m a broken
record when I'm excited!). The auction was under-attended and I ended up getting the plant stand
for the starting bid of $25. I was pretty excited! I absolutely love plants in
the home and can’t wait to display them in my fernery. The seller guessed that mine is from around 1910 and previously belonged to her mother who got it for from
an elderly neighbour. I like how it’s been passed around from home to home. Another
seller was weighing in on the value and said with a scowl “if this was <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Toronto </i>it would be painted white”. They
then talked with disdain about the trend of painting furniture. Personally, I
would never paint an antique piece made of beautiful wood but in my mind an ugly piece of
furniture can be given new life with paint! I’m all for painting furniture if
it keeps the piece around longer. That said, I can’t decide if I’m going to
paint this piece. I think this plant stand treads the line of looking a little
old lady-ish in the home if not styled just right. Can you picture the look I’m thinking of? A dingy
grandmas home with dim lighting and a lot of dust? I think the colour, placement and plants in the stand will directly effect the overall look. I’ve decided that a
good look around the internet will help me decide a) whether or not to paint the fernery
and b) what plants I should house in my fernery for optimum style.</div>
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Interestingly, even
though the seller told me it's called a <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">fernery</b> - and as an antiques vendor I believe she would know - I had a hard time finding
any online that were actually holding <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">ferns. </i><span style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">I also couldn't find any pictures of home interiors with ferneries. (Psst. if you have one in your house send me a picutre!) There was one picture with ferns from a Sears catalogue that I didn't bother re-posting because the quality of the image was so poor. </span>Most pictures I found were actually of the empty plant stand itself I assume this is because they're mainly photographed for sale purposes. I’ve done my best to
gather a collection of images that show the different ways to style and place a
fernery in the home.<br />
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<b>Update: </b>snapped a picture of my fernery (still in my garage) to my delight after writing this post yesterday I found out that mine has a bottom shelf * happy dance * :)<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQNGC_9ZZqBUiwiNjdO4Uae9NPmd09M90U4QmP8-Mn1lJxpilPTFbxWqLJhPIlsratGu2NPC-LS1jXOIBdTjHLAWEENpcvCq7lbma-A2qOdgbuWzvisv5blf08aMgjx4w0Abi7PiQ12Rk/s1600/ferneryj.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQNGC_9ZZqBUiwiNjdO4Uae9NPmd09M90U4QmP8-Mn1lJxpilPTFbxWqLJhPIlsratGu2NPC-LS1jXOIBdTjHLAWEENpcvCq7lbma-A2qOdgbuWzvisv5blf08aMgjx4w0Abi7PiQ12Rk/s1600/ferneryj.jpg" height="320" width="239" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Quick Snap of My Fernery :)</td></tr>
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How to Style a Fernery: </h3>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_s8flhZblsRFdtmz94DtOv27D6RAexdlDEHTtfoMUWY5WBeuQLrvv9qpIB33MxjcrCkuIz7ylLMg4b1midYS64g26ZVW6oEEa9bZBf4ePnGd1fatb_F7nhKPGT2_Sj3w_ZP1t4JiIUMg/s1600/fernery.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_s8flhZblsRFdtmz94DtOv27D6RAexdlDEHTtfoMUWY5WBeuQLrvv9qpIB33MxjcrCkuIz7ylLMg4b1midYS64g26ZVW6oEEa9bZBf4ePnGd1fatb_F7nhKPGT2_Sj3w_ZP1t4JiIUMg/s1600/fernery.JPG" height="238" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Source: <a href="http://www.ebay.com/itm/ANTIQUE-WICKER-FERNERY-WICKER-PLANT-STAND-/141059390269.">EBay </a></td></tr>
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Mine is a lot like the fernery above (which is currently on E-Bay for $337) except that mine has not (yet) been painted and is a natural brown colour. <br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4yGidIv2XzanqG9eru8VSoB7KDkIpSOQxqMm1JquZMf79bsUN9ZEc5SFYABINgmxX56GuRo8Q3QwBgRz_HACJZDt0pGhTBDacI-ATeLeORyoT-n2CPQHsnzY3EN9mP11bfuO-Fi4c8ow/s1600/redfern.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4yGidIv2XzanqG9eru8VSoB7KDkIpSOQxqMm1JquZMf79bsUN9ZEc5SFYABINgmxX56GuRo8Q3QwBgRz_HACJZDt0pGhTBDacI-ATeLeORyoT-n2CPQHsnzY3EN9mP11bfuO-Fi4c8ow/s1600/redfern.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Source: <a href="http://www.cynfullyfunfurniture.com/">cynfullyfunfurniture</a></td></tr>
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I love this bright red fernery in the garden! I don't think i'd ever paint mine red but I appreciate the bold colour choice. It <i>definitely </i>makes this fernery look modern.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://redbeetmama.blogspot.com/">Source: Red Beet Mama</a></td></tr>
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A white stand with lavender on the front porch. Absolutely love the lavender! I'm not sure if I'd put mine outside for risk of wear and tear although it does look absolutely fabulous. (Further research tells me that they make more of a rattan style fernery - brands like Ty Pennington's - for outdoor use).<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Source: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/93141895/vintage-rectangular-white-wicker-plant">Etsy via Google Images</a></td></tr>
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A white stand with English Ivy. I have a lot of English Ivy in my house already and I absolutely love it. It's so hardy and easy to care for! It loves going outside in the summer. <i>However</i>, this look enters the territory of looking a little out of date to me like someone transported this right out of grandmas house in the 90s. I want mine to look fresh and chic so I think ivy is out and perhaps white is out, too. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Source:<span id="goog_537026463"></span><a href="http://ritamay-days.blogspot.ca/2013/05/pothos-for-pathetic.html"> Rita May Days Blog</a><span id="goog_537026464"></span></td></tr>
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Another white stand with the hardy Pothos plant in it. This stand looks better in white! The blogger that I sourced the photo from, Rita, calls this plant "pathos for the pathetic". She says: "<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">pothos is the easiest houseplant to grow. </span><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">It’s a long-growing, leafy vine that </span><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"></span><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">confines </span>itself to about 6-10 feet in large containers or hanging baskets, <span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">where it trails freely. Pothos is tolerant of low </span><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">light conditions and erratic watering. </span><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"></span><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Water whenever the soil feels dry.</span><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> It's high on the list of plants that can</span> help purify indoor"(<span id="goog_537026463"></span><a href="http://ritamay-days.blogspot.ca/2013/05/pothos-for-pathetic.html">Rita May Days Blog</a><span id="goog_537026464">)</span>. Apparently they are also very easy to root and re-grow! After a quick google about Pathos plants (also known as Scindapsus Aureus or Epipremnum Aureum) it seems Rita's description is sourced from <a href="http://gardening.about.com/od/specifichouseplants/p/Pothos.htm">About</a> so go there to learn more about growing a pathos plant! <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Source: <a href="http://www.themarthablog.com/2012/10/a-glimpse-at-my-houseplants.html">The Martha Blog</a></td></tr>
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A brown wicker stand from <i>Queen</i> Martha Stewart's Bedford house! She describes the look on her blog: "the wicker planters in the canary room were adorned with snake plants.
In its native tropics, this evergreen perennial forms dense stands,
spreading by way of creeping rhizomes. I love its serpentine qualities" (<a href="http://www.themarthablog.com/2012/10/a-glimpse-at-my-houseplants.html">The Martha Blog</a>). I wish I had a canary room! I am loving the look of snake plant and according to <a href="http://www.plantandflowerinfo.com/best_house_plants.html">Plant and Flower Info's </a>list of the Top 10 Houseplants they like bright light. <br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiw03TlFDSC_OGFSfmcvVHRTQDbxfPkFQCIpI4dbBu8rz6HJjDY3HIPNK0D40nrBvcL928ZHae_bdqj5CHbb-ijefyUSpQZ40Q36M0rJfYkW1rfhYEYc5Rvwrfk4TGfqubAb0E4bgXOifQ/s1600/wicker.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiw03TlFDSC_OGFSfmcvVHRTQDbxfPkFQCIpI4dbBu8rz6HJjDY3HIPNK0D40nrBvcL928ZHae_bdqj5CHbb-ijefyUSpQZ40Q36M0rJfYkW1rfhYEYc5Rvwrfk4TGfqubAb0E4bgXOifQ/s1600/wicker.jpg" height="320" width="267" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Source: <a href="http://www.wickerwarehouse.com/Showpage.asp?Itemid=8393&gclid=CISZxe_Rl7ECFc3MKgodZkZsig">Wicker Warehouse</a></td></tr>
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This stand makes me wish mine had a lower shelf! I am really digging the look outside and I love the natural wicker colour of this one. I like the variety of plants this stand holds, too.<br />
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What House Plants Like Sunny Spots?</h3>
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Since the planter would look best under a window and our big windows are South facing I need to select plants that like direct/indirect sunlight. Two more hardy indoor plants that like bright indirect light from <a href="http://www.plantandflowerinfo.com/best_house_plants.html">Plant and Flower Info's </a>list of the Top 10 Houseplants include <span style="font-size: small;"> Philodendron Cordatum (Heart Leaf Ivy) and</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Dracaena Marginata. They also recommend a Guzmania for a hardy flowering plant. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://barnnursery.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Houseplants-for-Bright-Light.pdf">Barn Nursery</a> has an <b>awesome </b>.pdf on plants that like light (I highly recommend checking it out). They recommend </span></span>Jade Plants (Crassula Argentea) which like sun and infrequent watering and grow like cacti and succulents.<span style="font-size: small;"> They also recommend </span>Croton and Anthurium (both of which I already grow in my house) that add colour. I have only seen these two plants in smaller sizes though and I want something big and luscious in my stand.<br />
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On <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/275102/houseplants-for-any-kind-of-light#214674">Martha Stewart's Blog</a> she lists houseplants for any kind of light. I've been hearing a lot about Goldfish Plants lately and she says the sprawling plant "requires bright but not direct light and plenty of humidity, and must
not be allowed to dry out during the growing season". I think they would look good hanging OR in a planter! She also mentions Spider Plants for medium light which I can see looking very cool in a plant stand. <br />
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So, what do you think? Should I paint mine? What house plants would look best? Do you have one in your home? If so tweet me a picture I'd love to see how you styled your fernery. <br />
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Once my fernery finds its home in our home I will post an update :)Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-31991343122678614932014-03-04T12:08:00.000-08:002014-03-04T12:08:21.023-08:00What's on your Want List?<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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I started my <b>“want list”</b> last spring. What is a want list?
For me, it’s a running list of the antique and vintage finds I’m
interested in acquiring. Instead of jumping on the first item I see (which is
usually overpriced) or searching the country side high and low for a specific
find (which is time consuming) I’ve started simply keeping a casual eye out for
the things I’m looking for. I find this strategy allows me to let go of the
overpriced and accept that sometimes you need to wait for the right vintage
item to find you. Last summer I wanted an old wooden ladder to hang my scarves
on. I saw the idea on Pinterest and had to have one and I wanted it <i>immediately</i>. Unfortunately, I couldn’t
find anything for under $200 at the time (and trust me I searched). It just seemed so ridiculous! The next weekend
I stopped at a garage sale and got one for $20.</div>
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Another great example is my recent search for antique mason
jars. I was hoping to use them to hold the flower arrangements at our wedding.
I spent an entire day going to all my local flea markets and antique stores. I
found the clear jars to be priced anywhere from $5 to $15 and the blue tinted ones to
be $15 <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">- and up</i> - most commonly around
$25. The prices were little too high for an item that I would need in such a large
quantity. Etsy prices were consistent or higher for the jars and I’d have to
factor in shipping. I was disappointed but decided to put them on <b>“the list”</b>. Not two weeks later I
was browsing Kijiji and found someone selling 66 mason jars for $2/each. I
managed to get her down to $1.50 a piece and the collection was mine that
Saturday! Imagine my delight when I opened the boxes to find many of them are
blue tint. <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">That</i> is the joy of
thrifting. If I were to buy new mason jars at Canadian Tire I would be paying
roughly $1.20/each so I really couldn’t have found a better deal! It pays to be patient and to keep looking. Thrifting is all about being persistent and <i>enjoying </i>the search. You never know what you'll find.</div>
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What’s on your want list? Have you made any great finds
lately? Comment or tweet me<span class="screen-name"> @creatvlycountry </span>I’d <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">love</b>
to hear about them!</div>
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My Want List:</h2>
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A Letterpress Box</h3>
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Letterpress boxes are <i>so cool.</i> They are such a unique part of print history and are a great storage solution or display case for the home! I've been dying for one for a while now.... I wonder when MY box will show up?</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Source: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/101869887/vintage-letterpress-printers-drawertray?ref=favs_view_9">Etsy</a></td></tr>
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A Kitchen Scale</h3>
My MIL bought one for her kitchen and I find it so charming! They look especially cute with a plant perched a-top. I love this green coloured one but they also look good in a rusty-brown and creamy white.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Source: Etsy via Google Images</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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Milk Glass Vases</h3>
I am dead set on using Fenlon/Milk Glass bud vases at the wedding. Their vintage charm is undeniable and they are <i>hot </i>right now. My favourite vintage vendor said he's already been cleaned out once for a summer wedding! So far I have four bud vases and two small flower pots with ruffled edges. The best find was one of the flower pots which was only .75 at a thrift store.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Source: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/175785244/wedding-decor-white-vases-vintage?ref=favs_view_19">thehouseinthemiddle via Etsy</a></td></tr>
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A Macrame Hanging Plant Basket </h3>
These babies are all over Etsy and I love it! They are so retro and remind me of my grandma's house. I wish I could make one myself but alas I'll have to wait until I see one for sale. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Source:<a href="https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/80446943/simplex-series-plant-hanger-model-e?ref=favs_view_12"> handiworkclub via Etsy</a></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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That's my current want list. Don't forget to share yours with me I'd love to hear from you :)Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-60874353500717901352014-02-27T10:42:00.001-08:002014-02-27T10:45:36.489-08:00Morning Chia Seed Smoothie<br />
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I’m a huge smoothie advocate. They’re nutritious, delicious
and have helped me cut unnecessary carbs from my morning routine! Before I was a
toast and coffee girl, now I get dairy, fruit and vegetables in my morning meal
and I stay full until lunchtime! Although <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">juicing</i>
is all the rage right now <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">blending </b>(in
my opinion) actually provides more nutrients and sustenance because of all the
things you can add to a smoothie. Today I’m going to share my morning smoothie recipe
with you. The great thing about smoothies is there is no right and wrong; you
can add or subtract anything from my recipe to make it your own. I make mine in
a magic bullet but any blender will do just remember not to fill it too full or it
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My standard ingredients for smoothie making are: yogurt,
fruit, greens and a healthy fat. Any combination of these will work! If you
want to add a sweetener I would recommend adding honey however I find this smoothie sweet enough as is!</div>
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<li>0% non-fat certified organic plain yogurt</li>
<li>frozen organic whole strawberries</li>
<li>1 large organic banana</li>
<li>a handful of organic blueberries</li>
<li>a handful or organic spinach (or kale)</li>
<li>2 tbsp. chia seeds (or ground flax)</li>
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I recommend consuming organic produce. If you’re not an
organic eater I would at least invest in organic frozen fruit because
strawberries are sprayed heavily and I doubt conventionally grown berries are
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I love to add <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">green</b>
to my smoothies. Dark leafy greens are an essential part of a healthy diet and can be hard to incorporate. <u>Spinach</u>
is a source of iron, antioxidants (vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin A, zinc,
selenium and manganese), Vitamin K for bone health, <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>also has anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer
agents (<a href="http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=43">Worlds Healthiest Foods</a>).
Spinach has recently been somewhat de-throned by the popularity of <u>kale</u>. Kale
is a "super food" high in fibre with zero fat and low in calories. Kale is also
high in vitamin K, antioxidants, omega-3, vitamin A, C & calcium (<a href="http://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-4408/Top-10-Health-Benefits-of-Eating-Kale.html">Mind Body Green</a>).
Either one is great; I like to alternate between the two. Unlike spinach, kale
has a strong texture that can overwhelm the smoothie. Buy young kale with small
leaves for a more tender leaf and mild taste. Again, I recommend buying organic
spinach and kale because they are both the Environmental Working Group’s “dirty
dozen” (<a href="http://www.ewg.org/foodnews/summary.php">EWG</a>) list of fruits and vegetables that are the most contaminated by pesticides. </div>
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I just started incorporating <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">chia seeds</b> into diet by adding them to my smoothies. I kept hearing
about these magical little seeds and finally decided to try them out. They are
small, tasteless and the health benefits are plentiful! Two tablespoons of chia
seeds provide your Omega-3 requirements for the day! Used by the Aztecs and
Mayans, chia seeds are an important source of protein, fibre, amino acids,
calcium and more! I bought the Prana brand this time and their website has some great information: <a href="http://pranana.com/">http://pranana.com</a>. Always buy high quality, certified organic seeds and do your
research before consuming them to make sure you’re well informed (as you should
with everything you consume). Risks include allergies and the possibility
of becoming addicted to the seeds! Ground flax is always a great alternative to chia seeds.</div>
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On Saturday there was a winter sale at my favourite salvaged goods vendor so I did manage to get out of bed and get some <i>awesome </i>finds. I've got a couple crappy iphone pictures to show you "sneak peak" style and I'll do a proper post once we've installed some of it. Our focus was wedding inspiration and bathroom decor. The haul included:<br />
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<li>a green frame with amazing patina may have been part of a screen window at one point</li>
<li>a "basket" off of an old singer sewing machine (that was a whopping $4) - my plan is to use it as a magazine rack or towel holder in the new bathroom!</li>
<li>an amazing old door for the cupboard in the new bathroom</li>
<li>a glass doorknob for the door. I love it because its a "petite" knob and suits the door perfectly</li>
<li>19th century hinges for the door</li>
<li>an "art deco" style light fixture for above the sink that we will put an edison bulb in</li>
<li>an old interior shutter that will be for the wedding but will go in the house for now as decor</li>
<li>three old door handles to make signs for the wedding (DIY to come)</li>
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Other bathroom progess included B finishing laying down the floor and the completion of our counter top (custom made of knotty pine). Can't wait to get it installed and the pine trim on.<br />
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In other home related news Harley and her puppy friend knocked over my stone bird bath and broke the top off of it. It may have been frozen/about to break because of the extremely cold weather we've had but nonetheless it's still broken. Now I need something else to put in my front spring bed as I've kind of planted around the bird bath as a"centre piece" for the garden. I'm still wondering about the question I posed on Twitter:<b> is garden art tacky or trendy? </b>What do you think? I could replace it with another bird bath... I do love the handmade painted ones. Hmmmm.... Let me know your thoughts!<br />
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<br />Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-22251535018024884582014-02-19T12:20:00.000-08:002014-02-19T12:20:52.285-08:00Succulent LoveWe've been trying to decide on a favour for the wedding for a while now. I wanted something that wasn't "junk", that people could make use out of and that represented us and the theme of our wedding. B's mom suggested something she saw on Pinterest: succulents in teacups. How whimsical! Succulents are already going to be part of the wedding, featured on the boy's boutonnieres with seeded eucalyptus and a silver leaf so I thought it would be fitting to have them as giveaways too! I love the idea of giving something <b>alive and</b> baby trees & seed packets are super trendy right now with the (cute) slogan "Let Love Grow".<br />
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A couple examples from Pinterest:</h3>
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<b>Seeds</b><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Eco-Friendly Favours<br />
Source: Etsy's <a href="http://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/126583273/75-customized-eco-friendly-let-love-grow?image_id=437716708">RedCloudBoutique</a></td></tr>
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<b>Saplings</b><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Go Green<br />
Source: <a href="http://hatunotblog.com/blog/go-green-for-your-wedding-in-israel/#.UwThNaX0vwK">HautNot Blog</a></td></tr>
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Source: <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/search/pins/?q=succulents%20in%20teacups%20as%20wedding%20favors">Pinterest</a></td></tr>
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I decided that we have to go with the succulents. The idea is eco-friendly, recycled, thrifty & vintage; everything I want to encapsulate in the wedding. We went and looked for teacups this weekend - the thrift store variety range from $1-5 and flea markets and antique stores want $4-5 (<i>and up</i>). As soon as vendors heard we were looking for teacups they started calling out to us but not many wanted to go below $4. I decided to do a "test run" to see how the succulents fair in teacups. I'd hate to invest all that time and money planting the succulents in an environment that can't sustain the plants. I don't want the favours to suffer the same fate as the poor succs I planted in the three terrariums I made last year (they shrivelled up, poor guys). I have a bit of a green thumb and Pinterest told me succulents are hardy so I was shocked to see mine die so quickly and easily!<br />
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In reality, succulents <i>are</i> hardy. They are highly adaptable, water-storing, versatile plants that are well suited to being grown indoors and out. I did a little research and found out a lot of conflicting information but overall they seem to be pretty easy to care for:<br />
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<b>Light</b><br />
<a href="http://houseplants.about.com/od/growinghealthyhouseplants/a/SucculentsBasic.htm">Houseplants.com</a> tells me that succulents like light, especially Southern light (may have to switch mine as they are in a North facing window) however<a href="http://www.succulentsandsunshine.com/guide-growing-succulents-indoor-house-plants/"> Succulents & Sunshine</a> says in it's guide that South facing windows can be too harsh and can give succulents a sunburn. <a href="http://www.succulentsandsunshine.com/guide-growing-succulents-indoor-house-plants/">Succulents & Sunshine</a> advises 6 hours of sunlight per day. To avoid bleaching or sunburning the leaves try indirect sunlight.<br />
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<b>Water </b><br />
<a href="http://houseplants.about.com/od/growinghealthyhouseplants/a/SucculentsBasic.htm">Houseplants.com</a> says that succulents like to be watered in the spring and summer but that the soil should dry out between waterings. The website suggests watering every other month in the winter. The tags that came with my succulents said <i>not </i>to let soil dry between waterings. <a href="http://www.succulentsandsunshine.com/guide-growing-succulents-indoor-house-plants/">Succulents & Sunshine</a> also advises to water less in the winter when plants are dormant but suggests every two weeks letting the soil dry out. The overall consensus seems to be not to overwater.<br />
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<b>Potting Soil</b><br />
Cactus/succulent potting mix should be used. I have no clue what mine are in I just re-used what they came in.<br />
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<b>The Pot</b><br />
Despite the all the terrarium "rage" right now <a href="http://www.succulentsandsunshine.com/guide-growing-succulents-indoor-house-plants/">Succulents & Sunshine</a> <span style="font-family: inherit;"> says: "s</span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #2e2e2e; font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 21px;">ucculents do not like to be sitting in soggy soil so a glass jar (or </span></span><b style="color: #2e2e2e; font-family: inherit; line-height: 21px;">terrarium</b><span style="color: #2e2e2e; font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 21px;">) is not going to make your succulent happy." Other sources told me that succs don't need a ton of drainage so I didn't even bother with putting rocks in the base of my teacups. This may need to be amended for the favours. They recommend using a terracotta pot that breathes and </span></span><span style="color: #2e2e2e;"><span style="line-height: 21px;">while</span></span><span style="color: #2e2e2e; font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 21px;"> that won't cut it for the favours would be best for personal use!</span></span></span><br />
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Take a look at what I came up with! These teacups were $1 each and aren't fine china like some of the others I found and saved for the wedding but I still think they are quite cute. I simply transplanted them from the plastic pot they came in to the teacups. <i>Voila. </i><br />
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In other wedding news I am on the hunt for reasonably priced milk glass vases. I found these two for $25. I'd like to get them for less but they're so damn trendy. The seller said he'd already had someone come in and clean him out of all he had. (PS don't mind the dirty bookshelf I <i>just </i>brought it in from the garage and it needs a serious wipe down! That's next on my to-do list.)</div>
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I've also been on the lookout for bookends. I found these ones for $4! Every horse head bookend I find has its ears back… maybe for structural reasons? I hate it that they are angry ponies. These were the best I could find… I'll think of them as "listening ears" instead.</div>
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Let me know what you think of the succulents! Have you received a wedding favour that you particularly loved? I'd love to hear it! Comment or tweet me @creatvlycountry !</div>
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As you may know from <a href="http://creatively-country.blogspot.ca/2014/01/bathroom-update.html">previous posts</a>, <b>I’m getting a new
bathroom</b>. It’s been a slow project that’s been on the back burner for a long
time as B works away at it whenever he has time. We have a fully functional, albeit
quite undesirable (see photo below), bathroom that we are currently using. We're lucky that we can continue to use the old bathroom (which will be the laundry room in its next life) while we renovate the new bathroom. So far in the new space the walls
are painted, the shower is tiled, the shower head & faucet are installed and
the vanity is in progress. Next steps include installing the toilet, sink and
faucet and making a decision on flooring (we are seriously waffling). We’re
getting there though!</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Current Bathroom: So... 50s?<br />
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<b>Today I’m going to share with you some of my bathroom organization
and storage brainstorming. </b>Thank God for Pinterest! I must admit I have a history of and a penchant for organized bathrooms. In University I lived with two roommates (who are now my best friends). We had a super cute townhouse with a pretty basic but nicely styled bathroom. The bathroom had light beige walls (like the rest
of the house) a cute Paris inspired shower curtain and black accent pieces from
Home Outfitters. Under the sink we had limited storage so we had four black
wicker baskets from JYSK with cute floral lining: one each for
cosmetics/bathroom supplies and one that neatly stored toilet paper. In behind
the baskets were our cleaning supplies. It was efficient, practical and worked perfectly for us; there was never a mess on the counter and nothing was ever out of place. Let me
tell you, we kept it sparkling clean (oh how I miss living with female
roommates!). </div>
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While our new bathroom is massive in comparison to our
current bathroom it’s actually not all that big. Amazingly, it <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">was</i> a bedroom (see photo below)! There won’t be a lot of
room for extra “stuff” in there and there’s actually not a lot of wall space. It's an upgrade but could easily become cluttered and disorganized. I’ll
need to use my organizing skills to make sure it’s as fully functional as
possible from the get-go!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">New Bathroom: The Before</td></tr>
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Without further ado, here are some ideas I've collected from the internet for organization and storage!</div>
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<b>A brightly coloured vintage accent piece:</b></h3>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Source: <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/208291551485372185/">Pinterest</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Source: <a href="http://www.shelterness.com/43-practical-bathroom-organization-ideas/">Shelterness</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Source: <a href="http://www.shelterness.com/43-practical-bathroom-organization-ideas/">Shelterness</a></td></tr>
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I think these vintage accent pieces add so much character to the room. They make unsightly things like toilet paper look more visually appealing, too. If I had tons of room I'd love to re-do a sideboard like one of my friends did in her bathroom. It gives you space on top and inside. In our bathroom we'd have to find a reasonably sized piece with enough storage to make the use of floorspace worthwhile. </div>
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<b>Display bathroom essentials in a unique container:</b></h3>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Antique tin with antique containers inside<br />
Source: <a href="http://www.shelterness.com/43-practical-bathroom-organization-ideas/">Shelterness</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vintage drawers<br />
Source: <a href="http://www.topinspired.com/top-10-best-diy-bathroom-projects/">Top Inspired</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A tiered system for makeup<br />
Source:<a href="http://www.topinspired.com/top-10-best-diy-bathroom-projects/"> Top Inspired</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Find a cool vintage tray<br />
Source: <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/442760207086532451/">Pinterest</a></td></tr>
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Using unique containers, especially if they're vintage, is a great way to display the nice pieces you have! If you're going to have a couple things out on the counter make sure they're the most visually appealing items you have. No one wants to see your vaseline. </div>
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<b>Baskets, baskets & more baskets: </b></h3>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Industrial wire baskets are on trend<br />
Source: <a href="http://decorology.blogspot.com/">Decorology</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Shelving <b>+</b> baskets are a great combination<br />
Source: <a href="http://www.bhg.com/decorating/decorating-style/cottage/cottage-home-makeover/#page=20">Better Homes and Gardens</a><b><br /></b></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A hamper is so handy in the bathroom<br />
Source:<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/24069321@N06/3407326741/in/pool-dominomag/"> Flickr</a><b><br /></b></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTD2AmQlfOTVa5A-TYYPFyG9KGTav4XAHQWEPC3c6pFi2ylLgqxdVo6j3S7mud5HpHV1OQkDCp36yZXvJMUNJkL3gcyE1GpAWlO4vakMxFbHHhWUTOg6axndlEiH96_13M1tucZ0PdTW4/s1600/baskets2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTD2AmQlfOTVa5A-TYYPFyG9KGTav4XAHQWEPC3c6pFi2ylLgqxdVo6j3S7mud5HpHV1OQkDCp36yZXvJMUNJkL3gcyE1GpAWlO4vakMxFbHHhWUTOg6axndlEiH96_13M1tucZ0PdTW4/s1600/baskets2.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Source:<a href="http://www.bhg.com/bathroom/storage/bathroom-baskets/?socsrc=bhgpin052912"> Better Homes and Gardens</a></td></tr>
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Baskets, as I've already said, come in SO handy in the bathroom.<b> </b>Whether they're wicker, bamboo, assorted, industrial wire baskets (so trendy) or a giant hamper<b> </b>they all serve great purposes! Baskets allow you to comparmentaliz<b>e</b> your bathroom and perhaps hide some items you'd rather not have on display.<b><br /></b><br />
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<b>Reduce, reuse & recycle:</b></h3>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7BOF5lb0stT-2SmkLbjSKY1WHp1LBOVuwbUqcxEQdM4u3LaUUGNudTpiofbJC6OgK8XgC6MtLLulxR4idxZdziDIUj-icjGkjvHZyDG_YecfJGxd6nsFc08AK7FEjnsKjnmqPl5O5XC4/s1600/candles.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7BOF5lb0stT-2SmkLbjSKY1WHp1LBOVuwbUqcxEQdM4u3LaUUGNudTpiofbJC6OgK8XgC6MtLLulxR4idxZdziDIUj-icjGkjvHZyDG_YecfJGxd6nsFc08AK7FEjnsKjnmqPl5O5XC4/s1600/candles.jpg" height="320" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Re-use your candle jars<br />
Source: <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/97108935689256394/">Pinterest </a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNgGca7pTkqaRrSFrdkrMSnT7Pg2R0TzPqJpBfiANyhRPS956qTq5N8lBRM6_ihMXmn1hGTLMloT5IzwKBbmRVjnkgCy21E2qvQrGPqXK_eg12XWGYw7hGYKaNf7Wyvfs3A6Td5oHjP8E/s1600/makeup.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNgGca7pTkqaRrSFrdkrMSnT7Pg2R0TzPqJpBfiANyhRPS956qTq5N8lBRM6_ihMXmn1hGTLMloT5IzwKBbmRVjnkgCy21E2qvQrGPqXK_eg12XWGYw7hGYKaNf7Wyvfs3A6Td5oHjP8E/s1600/makeup.jpg" height="320" width="214" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Glass jars can be bought at the dollar store<br />
Source: <a href="http://www.thefashionablybroke.com/"> The Fashionably Broke</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhn3P9Z3DGvXZeJjVaC_r-9xwhsQNn8ZW8jmotnxgcopyRnXyi7wG6onMixwhyphenhyphenGWa_W56zNd9sFezzpcHptq_urB2zHh37bFdyAOMJwtrjeOwQrEyHm4adTjdI9MRvh8elpt2fSTmXzyr0/s1600/mason.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhn3P9Z3DGvXZeJjVaC_r-9xwhsQNn8ZW8jmotnxgcopyRnXyi7wG6onMixwhyphenhyphenGWa_W56zNd9sFezzpcHptq_urB2zHh37bFdyAOMJwtrjeOwQrEyHm4adTjdI9MRvh8elpt2fSTmXzyr0/s1600/mason.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mason jars are trendy and eco-friendly<br />
Source: <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/452400725037708777/">Pinterest</a></td></tr>
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There are so many ways to use pre-loved, eco-friendly containers in your bathroom.<b> </b>Re-using jars is just a start<b>! </b>You can use kitchen items like cutlery trays or tins<b> </b>or even beautiful antiques you don't use like a sugar bowl to house your cotton balls.<b><br /></b><br />
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<b>Glass jars in different shapes and sizes:</b></h3>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">These are a little practical for my taste<br />
Source: <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/219198706835475172/">Pinterest</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Various sizes and shapes look pretty<br />
Source: <a href="http://www.ceostudiosolutions.blogspot.com/">CEO Studio Solutions</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTxs9Gg3bBRff8HiRxHYK1ldPxoEU0SxiiM0S08yLcXhzgLoyHuEtHogIQF2qKZvC0eToJ0lwf_fp2p2CU3GHgc95myE9N6uns_kTiDkClxDF1ndcogkRAuQLn3ZZOAdyEgFIulWJ7SgY/s1600/glass3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTxs9Gg3bBRff8HiRxHYK1ldPxoEU0SxiiM0S08yLcXhzgLoyHuEtHogIQF2qKZvC0eToJ0lwf_fp2p2CU3GHgc95myE9N6uns_kTiDkClxDF1ndcogkRAuQLn3ZZOAdyEgFIulWJ7SgY/s1600/glass3.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">These can be found at Home Sense<br />
Source:<a href="http://www.bhg.com/bathroom/storage/storage-solutions/storage-solutions-for-bathrooms/#page=13">Better Homes and Gardens</a></td></tr>
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If you want that "wow" factor you might have to buy some glass jars. Apothecary jars are in and can be found vintage/antique or bought at Homesense. Either way, they're beautiful and practical for bathroom storage.<b> </b><br />
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<b>A shelf over the sink: </b></h3>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sink glasses into a rustic piece of wood<br />
Source: <a href="http://www.bhg.com/bathroom/storage/storage-solutions/storage-solutions-for-bathrooms/#page=16">Better Homes and Gardens</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisoUCaElEe3CpJT1f_Synv3gkoAebEzqxPwdvpDsfZE-5ykHybL57vakNeki9YETmCIvu1CODsuS48LFq_pTyS-vffgLI3kxhhJBkamrN407UmBFFbYkd_Yx2NHp-tm6snwOyBzb6te9k/s1600/cd.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisoUCaElEe3CpJT1f_Synv3gkoAebEzqxPwdvpDsfZE-5ykHybL57vakNeki9YETmCIvu1CODsuS48LFq_pTyS-vffgLI3kxhhJBkamrN407UmBFFbYkd_Yx2NHp-tm6snwOyBzb6te9k/s1600/cd.jpg" height="213" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Re-use a CD tray<br />
Source: <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/104427285083892023/">Pinterest</a><b><br /></b></td></tr>
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</b>The CD rack image has been floating around Pinterest forever. I'm not even convinced it is a CD rack but I do love the idea over the sink!<br />
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<h3>
<b>And if you can combine everything into one amazing storage system!</b></h3>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN2o2KT7zJ0Ubi4y7WfphuQ2JZ3uh-ERGcnMzhxLvTDW3EJq9FoahzHDnVaxzlF-7BRmIREbB_hVFNit4vUxtv5RVqKAmkce6fwailzAzqlRKwkp5s9fVsDiKA5RD_DPHuuK_lRM_pyEE/s1600/combo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN2o2KT7zJ0Ubi4y7WfphuQ2JZ3uh-ERGcnMzhxLvTDW3EJq9FoahzHDnVaxzlF-7BRmIREbB_hVFNit4vUxtv5RVqKAmkce6fwailzAzqlRKwkp5s9fVsDiKA5RD_DPHuuK_lRM_pyEE/s1600/combo.jpg" height="320" width="213" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Source: <a href="http://www.cathyhomestyle.com/bathroom-storage-downstairs-bathroom-above-the-toilet-3-shelves-can-getupcycle-cute-containers-for-storage-to-keep-sink-area-clear/">Cathy Home Style/320 Sycamore</a></td></tr>
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These practical IKEA floating shelves have wicker baskets, a vintage mirror, industrial wire baskets AND glass jars! Combine it all with nicely rolled towels and you have a whole new outlook on bathroom storage and organizaion. Thanks for reading through and comment/tweet me your bathroom organizing ideas!Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-19838002855181625682014-02-03T08:00:00.001-08:002014-02-03T08:06:54.082-08:00A Warm Weekend = Visions of Spring<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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We finally had a "warm" weekend! To most people it
would be a regular winter weekend but after the wild weather we’ve had for the
past two months it was wonderful to have a day of milder temperatures! On
Sunday I went to the barn in the morning for a dressage lesson. Unfortunately,
the snow was falling off the arena roof creating a ride filled with spooks and
bolting…<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>it seems like it’s either TOO
cold to ride or its warm enough but you have to endure an hour filled with the
cracks and booms of falling snow. Either way, it was
nice to be with the horses and not freezing my bum off for once! I actually hung around and cleaned tack and chatted with a couple of the girls afterword.</div>
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I stopped at the tack
store on the way home and picked up chicken feed and fresh bedding for the girls.
B spent the afternoon snow blowing while I cleaned the coop. I clean their
waterer on a regular basis but it was nice to be able to stay outside longer comfortably to do a thorough cleansing with vinegar. I put down three bags of fresh
bedding and they loved it! They also had a nice snack of spinach while I was working away. I opened the
door for them to spend some time outside but after checking it out they decided
to stay inside.The snow is almost to the top of the fence in their coop but there is a sheltered area where they <i>could</i> have hung out if they had wanted to.<br />
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We spent some time in Lowes on the weekend and I noticed that all of
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but either way I started to get excited!</div>
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Having just moved into our house last year we didn’t have
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summer observing what came up before making any big changes. It turns out we have an amazing array of
perennials from irises to peonies but unfortunately the beds are totally overgrown
and out of control to the point where you don’t even notice what's there because
there is so much interspersed with grass and weeds. I did several days of
weeding to no avail and ending up feeling overwhelmed by my lack of gardening
knowledge and disappointed. I pride myself in having a green thumb with my indoor plants but taking on these huge gardens was over my head. This year we’re cutting back on the beds and going
with the mantra <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">quality over quantity</i>.
Last year we spent our budget on the basics; we re-built our second floor deck,
bought a barbecue and patio furniture so that we could spend time outside. The whole decor aspect of the outdoor space took a backseat to functionality. I had visions of making cool pallet
furniture and succulent planters but my plans went to the wayside after I
realized how much basic (aka boring) stuff needed to be done first. I bought a
couple hanging planters, a ton of geraniums (my favourite outdoor plant!), grew some mini potted roses and (in
the fall) planted a ridiculous amount of fall bulbs in our front tulip bed to enjoy this spring. I
also planted hyacinths in pots which I saw (and loved) on Pinterest. I am
hoping that they will bloom for me!</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My inspiration for hyacinths planters!<br />
Source: <a href="http://www.bhg.com/gardening/flowers/annuals/create-containers-of-spring-bulbs/">Better Homes & Gardens</a></td></tr>
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Source: <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/search/pins/?q=tulip%20bulbs%20in%20planters">Pinterest</a></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Daffs look great too!<br />
Source: <a href="http://www.bhg.com/gardening/flowers/bulbs/planting-tips/#page=13">Better Homes & Gardens</a></td></tr>
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Source: <a href="http://brabournefarm.blogspot.ca/search/label/Gardens?updated-max=2010-06-10T04:16:00%2B10:00&max-results=20&start=24&by-date=false">Braebourne Farm</a></td></tr>
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So, yes I am a little early with my springtime excitement. Yes,
the groundhog said six more weeks of winter. And yes, it was snowing on my
drive this morning. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">But,</b> I blame
Lowes for having all those seeds out! I think in these last couple months of winter I will take the time to think
about what I will do this year and read and educate myself a little so I’m more
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Does anyone know anything about growing bulbs indoors? I
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Paperwhite Bulbs<br />
Source: <a href="http://www.gardeningworld.org/2013/11/forcing-paperwhites-bulbs-in-water.html">Gardening World</a></td></tr>
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Source:<a href="http://sandandsisal.com/2013/02/how-to-force-tulip-bulbs-in-water_19.html"> Sand and Sisal</a></td></tr>
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Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7140993476248436693.post-65600345138586496352014-01-27T12:39:00.000-08:002014-01-27T12:43:33.701-08:00Bathroom UpdateThe bathroom renovation has been an on-going one. With the other updates we've been doing (exterior lighting), the weather (holy snow) and side projects for other people Brad hasn't exactly had a lot of time to work on our new bathroom!<br />
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I chose <a href="http://www.homedepot.com/p/BEHR-Premium-Plus-Ultra-8-oz-UL260-5-Elephant-Skin-Interior-Exterior-Paint-Sample-UL260-5/202180495#">Behr Elephant Skin grey</a> for the walls. It looks fantastic. I've seen the colour on Pinterest and in other blogs and it has always just been the perfect grey colour in my eyes. It's light enough not to darken the room, its rich and elegant and it doesn't have that blue tone some grey paints have.<br />
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The tile is up around the shower. We didn't know exactly what we wanted when we went into Lowes but we knew we wanted<i> big</i> & <i>rectangular</i> tiles. I had originally thought of something simple and stone like <a href="http://www.homedepot.ca/product/12-inch-x-24-inch-zera-annex-walnut-rectified-porcelain-tile-16-sqft-per-ca/828542">this</a> or<a href="http://www.homedepot.ca/product/12x24-fragment-sand-16-sqfeet-per-case/839752"> this</a> or even <a href="http://www.lowes.ca/floor-tiles/stonepeak-ceramics-inc-12-in-x-24-in-bayside-pearl-glazed-porcelain-floor-tile-actuals-12-in-x-24-in_g1602796.html?linkloc=cataLogProductItemsImage&linkloc=reCanonical">this</a>. When we got into the store, though, the stone look just wasn't speaking to me. I don't know if it was how it was displayed or what but it all looked fake and marble-y to me. With our bathroom walls painted grey we wanted something that would keep the room light and airy and tried to shy away from grey tones. <br />
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Then we found "Touch Summer Breeze" by Ceramics Inc. It's described as a "linen-look" which I completely agree with. I would describe it as burlap -esque. It has a texture to it that isn't easy to see based on the screencapture. I absolutely love it. It looks modern and fresh while still able to compliment and fit in with our rustic design style.<br />
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This past weekend Brad finished putting up the showerhead. We bought the showerhead a year ago at Lowes because it was a $300 + showerhead on for $70. It's a modern square shower head made by Delta. It actually had it's own commercial for a while! I love it! I had actally somewhat forgotten what it looked like until I saw the finished product.<br />
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Now we're working on the vanity. And of course when I say "we" I mean Brad. I'm just patiently waiting until I get to make the next design choice.<br />
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Does anyone have any thoughts or advice on flooring? We're leaning away from traditional tile but we've heard hardwood isn't the best idea with all the moisture and changing temps that go along with being a bathroom. We checked out some laminate hardwood on the weekend and I saw pleasantly surrpised. I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments or tweet me<a href="https://twitter.com/creatvlycountry"> </a><a class="account-group js-account-group js-action-profile js-user-profile-link js-nav" data-user-id="2285473789" href="https://www.blogger.com/null"><span class="username js-action-profile-name">@<b>creatvlycountry</b></span></a>.Creatively Countryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167081201197620440noreply@blogger.com0