Bravo

This fall's Parade of Homes gets a standing ovation

It's unanimous: the Fall 2013 Parade of Homes is a blockbuster. Jeff Baertsoen, frontman for Paradigm Custom Homes reported traffic in his show home -- 32 Casselman Crescent in Oak Bluff West -- has been thick. "Without a doubt, it's the busiest . . .

Posted: 2013-09-26

GARDENING: Cherry picker

Hardy fruit choices for backyard growers

In spite of the extreme climate, the Prairies can support a multitude of unique fruit crops such as dwarf sour cherry, seabuckthorn and northern hardy grapes that are not only hardy here but produce an abundance of delicious, fresh fruit, . . .

Posted: 2013-05-11

Airtight container will keep your Cashmere sweater safe

Question: We have a ceiling fixture that has three-inch, plastic teardrops hanging from the edge of it. They look discolored and I wonder what I could use to bring back the clearness of them. Thank you, Geoff Answer: I am . . .

Posted: 2023-01-28

The writing's on the wall this season

Papering your home is the in thing to do

Wallpaper has exploded back into our lives. We are using it in every room in the home. Often just on a focal wall, but I have seen these exciting new patterns used on everything from furnishings to ceilings. There are . . .

Posted: 2008-04-06

Bordering on beautiful

Brimming with bright ideas for garden borders

Just when you thought you had achieved a balanced composition in your garden border, your best laid plans are upended by the extremes of winter. Sound familiar? You are not alone. Many of us are waiting to see if we . . .

Posted: 2021-03-20

DEBBIE TRAVIS: You might get a curtain call

Add a touch of theatre to daughter's bedroom

Dear Debbie; We have just moved house, and our 14-year-old daughter has asked if she can decorate her room sort of theatrical and sophisticated. Budget is limited, and we'd love to be able to make some choices that would last. How . . .

Posted: 2009-04-19

What lies within

A little exploration can turn up a big surprise

‘What do you mean you don’t use it? (gasp sputter). Why not?" That was my somewhat flabbergasted response to my good friend Laurie Gydé when, on a tour of her home, I spotted a cool-looking "escape" through a Plexiglas panel at . . .

Posted: 2017-06-17

TREE CARE: Black knot disease rampant in Manitoba

AT the recent Saturday Gardening Show organized by the Friends of Assiniboine Park Conservatory, I was approached by well over 50 people concerned about black knot disease on their Schubert choke cherry trees. As many people have noticed, the disease is . . .

Posted: 2011-04-16

Winnipeg Renovation Show on now

This weekend, homeowners will be visiting the 2020 Winnipeg Renovation Show at the RBC Convention Centre to learn about the latest trends in home renovation, and pick up some great tips and ideas from the numerous vendors and experts. Show attendees . . .

Posted: 2020-01-11

Creative fix allows for bathroom transformation

Self-levelling concrete contributes to successful project

Using self-levelling concrete is an economical way to achieve a level floor — in most situations. It is important to remember, however, that the existing subfloor and perimeter must first be properly sealed. Otherwise, some of the levelling compound may . . .

Posted: 2019-06-22