Master [Bedroom] of the West Coast
To me, west coast style feels unconcerned. It seems to be about function first, individuality second, and aesthetics inspired by the surroundings. It’s beautiful without trying to be. It definitely took some time to figure out the space, and the style of the places out here! We’re still moving thing
Pretty Up Your Sink
Just because it’s a functional item that gets daily use doesn’t mean it has to look utilitarian. I spend a lot of time in the kitchen, so I pretty up my sink area because it makes me happy. It’s pretty simple. Between filling up the soap dispenser and gathering/arranging foliage I find on walk
A Helicopter to Lake Lovely Water in Squamish, British Columbia
My 28th birthday just passed, and–no word of a lie–it was one of the best weeks of my life! The amazing week started a few days before my birthday. Mike arranged to have my friend Lauren fly in from Toronto, and they set out an elaborate plan to make it a surprise. It was a […]
Music Mix / 12.18
It’s been a wild several weeks. Life’s good–and music tends to follow the river it travels down. So enjoy the songs that have been stuck in my head over the last month: PS: What platform is more helpful for you guys to listen on? I use Apple Music exclusively, but if there’s some Spotify
Links + Likes: Hollow Tree Candles, The Kinfolk Table, Salt. Fat. Acid. Heat, a Butter Bell +++
To Gift: A local shop here in Squamish sells Hollow Tree Candles and I bought every one they had left in the Lumberjack scent. To Watch: If you have any interest in food, how things are made, and travel, you’ll love Salt. Fat. Acid. Heat. on Netflix. And for a curve-ball, try Gaga: Five Foot […]
Hunting for a Cushy, Deep Sectional (+ My Curated Picks)
In the last four years, I’ve had four sofas. Year over year, it’s been a revolving door of upholstery. From a hand-me-down loveseat set from my mom, to a modern Gus sofa, a yellow, tufted pretty number, to a blue herringbone, slim-lined sectional. And I’m at it again. Beyond a seat, each furniture piece h
Our Cross-Canada Move Experience with QMM
September and October were overwhelming months. To up and move across the country is a big deal. And after the excitement of securing our new place and setting moving dates wore off, the reality of the required work ahead set in. Sell the car; see as many friends and family as possible; clean the co
October ’18
Life’s been stressful lately. Between filming and packing, I’ve been in a bit of a mental frenzy making sure I’m doing everything I need to to make the move easy. Other than slivers of downtime here and there, music is one of the only things that makes any given hour better. Whether I’m
Breathe Easy [Molekule Review]
As a kid, my understanding of air was that it came from trees and that we needed it to breathe. To go outside was to get fresh air, and the scientific makeup was N2, C2 and some other letters and numbers. Flash-forward to being an adult and our increasingly poor air quality is a common […]
Links + Likes: Maniac on Netflix, Amy Shark, a Yellow Striped Knit Top, Brass, JOY Art, Eminence Face Products + More
I love this JOY wall decor. Almost as much as this brass Brizo faucet. Hung on a wall or splayed over the back of a light sofa, these fox and sheep blankets are awesome–even if they are intended for kids! I just finished watching Maniac on Netflix. It was trippy/odd at times, funny at others, […]
Autumn ’18 Playlist
It’s September 24th–just two days into fall–and it seems Mother Nature knows her calendar well. I was sweating in shorts and a tank just a week ago, and now I’m reaching for another layer under my chunky knits. But with a seasons shift comes new vibes, new changes, and a new playlist. PS
West Coast, Best Coast
I first fell in love with the west in Jasper, Alberta when I called its Canadian Rockies home for the better part of a year. For a few summers throughout my college years, my sisters and I would fly to Edmonton, take the bus from Edmonton to Jasper, Alberta, and park there working for the […]
Links + Likes: Dry Brushing, a Home Sweet Home Banner, Alphabet Sweater, Antiqued Spectacles, Embroidered Cushion + More
I WOULD BE HAPPY WEARING THIS ALPHABET SWEATSUIT FOR THE REST OF TIME. Love this sweet, folk-inspired Home Sweet Home banner. If you don’t dry brush your skin, you should consider it! I love this one. Antiqued Spectacles. Just ’cause. Paperweights, decoration, use it however you want, I’m
Music Mix / 06.18
We’re halfway through June already (how!?), so feast your ears on 1 hour and 26 minutes of new music. UMI, Leon Bridges, Tobi Lou, Satica, Broods, Fyfe, Damien Jurado, Maggie Rogers and more. Here’s a link to the Apple Music playlist or listen below on Spotify:
An Ode To My New *Old* Entryway
When I first moved into my home in 2013, I developed a soft spot for the front door. Complete with a janky storm door, it was original to the home and perfectly and in tact. It had this thin strip of retro bubbled glass down the centre, a circular knob, and a silver mail slit […]
Behind The Design: HGTV’s ‘Home To Win’ Kitchen
If you watched HGTV this past Sunday, then you’d have seen yours truly designing the Home To Win kitchen with the hilarious and talented Colin Hunter. (And if you missed it, watch the episode here.) It also involved a lot of snow, (subsequent) failure, collaboration, Brian McCourt and Tiffany Pratt. We ho
Music Mix / 05.18
It’s already that time, folks. Time for a new playlist, made for May. And what better day to share than the week of the new Childish Gambino song that everyone’s obsessed with. Of course, it’s track numero uno. Enjoy!
Creating Your Own Yoga Sanctuary – On Cityline
Yoga is more than a workout–it’s a self-care practice that offers a way to unwind and ground yourself amidst life’s chaos. More and more, we’re realizing the importance of self-care, and what a better way to achieve that than by crafting your own space just for relaxing and taking care of number
Links + Likes: Laura Berger, a Rattan Chair, Leather Lagerfeld Heels, a Graphic Tassel Rug + Brass Salt Cellars
Absolutely love this print by Laura Berger. This rattan chair is only $159! Come again?! (SO sad to not have Target in Canada, but it does ship here still! Bonus if you live there.) Very into these blue velvet Karl Lagerfeld heels. Small, brass salt cellars–you need them. Graphic black and wh
Music Mix / 04.18
No April fools here, just new tracks. Listen on Apple Music or stream through Spotify below: Kamau, Frank Ocean, Lou Val, Mr. Little Jeans, Tobi Lou, HNNY and more…
Where to Shop, Eat and Stay in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Chiang Mai definitely stole a little piece of my heart. I spent February and March of 2017 in Thailand where I travelled solo to experience the country and partake in a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. A week before my 6-week course was to begin, I flew into Bangkok to kick-start my journey leisurely with a [&he
Globetrotting with Olay Whips
I’m baa-aaaack! I’m a few weeks into being home from Thailand and the jet lag (that I was convinced I had skirted, but definitely didn’t) has worn off and I feel like a contributing member of society again. Work is beginning to heat up again and life has been really, really good. A lot ha
Music Mix / 03.18
Coming at you from Koh Samui, Thailand is this month’s playlist! I hope y’all enjoy it! xo Listen on Apple Music or Spotify below:
The Case For The In-Between Renovation
How do you improve the look of a space you’re inevitably going to remodel (without wasting money, effort or time)? Let me tell ya! I updated my bathroom TWICE before I saved enough to go full tilt. I chatted about the process (and what-to-do and not-to-do) with CBC Life — check out the interview here.
Music Mix / 02.18
It’s the first of February, so you deserve some new track. Featuring Jessie Reyez, James Blake, Talib, TAPZ, James Vincent McMorrow, R I T U A L and more. Listen on Apple Music or Spotify below:
Anything But Boring Headboards
This morning was on Cityline, taking you through four cool headboard alternatives, starting at $5! If you missed it, you can watch the segment online here and scroll on for my tips/links: 1. Shallow Cabinets Especially if you’re small-space living, consider installing shallow cabinets above your bed to ad
Happy Birthday Piper (My Blue Heeler Collie Mix)
On January first Piper turned three, officially making her transition from puppy to adult doggo. Truthfully, even though I jokingly call her my old ball and chain, through this past year of change and growth, she’s been my constant: A routine I can count on every day; A greeting I can expect every time I
Music Mix / 01.18
It’s 2018 and your ears deserve some new music. Look no further, friends. I really hope you guys enjoy this one–’cause I really do, times ten. [To my Apple music pals, click here.]
