Cosy time in the caboose

Rustic heat, storm windows will help stave off winter's chill

It’s getting to be "snug as a bug in a rug time, " or as we say here at the Mustardosa, "toasty as a moose in a caboose!" I’ve now moved from restoring the outside of this dear old 1905 CNR . . .

Posted: 2021-10-16

Get your hard-boiled eggs cracking

Question: I make my own hard-boiled eggs. Lately, when I try to peel them, it just turns into a mess. Large chunks of the egg white stick to the shell, the membrane sticks to the egg white, and it just . . .

Posted: 2021-10-16

Proper vents, soffits key to winter attic airflow

Question: I have a second home north of Montreal, on the slope of a moderately sized mountain. About 19 years ago, we had the roof shingles redone, and the contractor at the time replaced our ridge vents with three regular . . .

Posted: 2021-10-16

Modern farmhouse flair

Cutting-edge design features nicely offset by rustic finishes

If there’s one thing an active, growing family is looking for in a home, it’s options. Or, to put a finer point on it, a new home with a floor plan filled with an array of well-placed spaces that maximize livability . . .

Posted: 2021-10-16

Fall Parade of Homes in full swing today

Today’s the day! The Manitoba Home Builders’ Association’s 2021 Fall Parade of Homes officially opens at 1 p.m. today and runs until Nov. 7, showcasing over 100 new show homes built by Manitoba’s best home builders. Once again, the MHBA . . .

Posted: 2021-10-16

Mid-century marvel

Unique features abound in Garden City gem

For nearly a quarter of a century, the mid-century modern movement was front-and-centre in home design across North America. Featuring functional, uncluttered designs that incorporated clean lines, gentle, organic curves and the use of different materials, the movement dominated home design . . .

Posted: 2021-10-16

Working together to give you peace of mind

At Crossroads Insurance, we are committed to providing value to our customers. Whether we are guiding you through identifying your insurance needs, helping you work through a loss, or sharing tips to help prevent those losses, we want to be . . .

Posted: 2021-10-15

A Custom Experience Worth Repeating

Building a dream home is a once-in-a-lifetime event for most people. Sarah and Andy Oliver had such a positive experience with Hearth Homes, they did it twice — and it was even better the second time around. Sarah says they were . . .

Posted: 2021-10-15

Model of sustainable design

Thoughtful plans underway for massive development

>> REDEVELOPING the former Kapyong Barracks site in south Winnipeg is an incredibly complex undertaking. But the vision for the 160-acre mixed-used project has been clear from the start. It began with a simple question.  "How would we want our grandchildren . . .

Posted: 2021-10-14

Find the perfect fit for your family

Show homes represent the best in home design and construction

WELCOME TO THE 2021 FALL PARADE OF HOMES. The Manitoba Home Builders’ Association is proud to present our annual exhibition of new homes. With over 100 new homes on display this fall, the MHBA’s showcase remains the largest and best Parade . . .

Posted: 2021-10-14