Value and versatility

No need to upgrade with this spacious two-storey

Few things in life are as stressful as buying a new home. With that in mind, Discovery Homes came up with the Fairview B, a family-friendly, two-storey design that can be found at 31 Highpark Dr. in Prairie Pointe, says the . . .

Posted: 2021-05-15

Deluxe design in East St. Paul

Open house at this bold and beautiful bungalow on Sunday

Everyone has their own vision of utopia. For many homeowners that vision likely contains several distinct elements. The location would be private, and ideally on a generous parcel of land. The home would be spacious, tastefully-finished and have all the amenities an . . .

Posted: 2021-05-15

Beautiful blue and white beds bring serenity home

Nothing makes me want to stay in bed all day lounging more than a rainy day. Seeing as spring is here, the drizzle of April showers won’t be going anywhere soon. This means it is time to refresh and re-comfy . . .

Posted: 2021-05-08

Perennials to love

Make your garden beautiful for YOU

Are you seeing plenty of perennial plants popping up in your garden this spring? Some plant varieties are slower than others and if you’re like me, it’s impossible to resist the urge to inspect the ground more closely for the . . .

Posted: 2021-05-08

This glass has class

Tiling process challenging, but the result is spectacular

The art of tiling is both methodical and strategic. It is a process by which mathematical conclusions determine aesthetic cohesiveness. Albeit challenging, the finished product often yields the focal point of a remodelled space. At a recent bathroom remodel, the homeowner . . .

Posted: 2021-05-08

Glimmer of hope for declining native bee populations

The tribulations of the honeybee are well-known, even if the origins of the mysterious colony collapse disorder that wiped out hives a few years ago are not easily explained. Then came our awareness of the afflictions of the bumblebee. Of more . . .

Posted: 2021-05-08

Green grass needs time, water and LOVE

Question: As a Free Press subscriber and an avid reader of your column, I find myself finally feeling the need to appeal to your wisdom and guidance on what afflicts my lawn. Over the past 10-15 years, we have had . . .

Posted: 2021-05-08

Cooking perfect chicken is all about the temperature

Question: How do I bake chicken breast without drying it out? I either end up with what tastes like rubber, or dry and flavourless meat. Thanks, Gaylene Answer: The secret to perfect chicken every time is an oven thermometer. Safe cooked chicken . . .

Posted: 2021-05-08

Choose outdoor furniture that will LAST

Price isn't the only sign of quality

After a long pandemic winter, everyone is ready to get outside. "We’re seeing tremendous growth and demand for outdoor furniture earlier in the year, " said Ron Hilton, chief merchandising and operations officer at Overstock. Traditionally, the company gets a spike . . .

Posted: 2021-05-08

Attention to detail

Two-storey with walk-out perfect for growing family

More than ever active and growing families prize function and value in a new home. Unfortunately, those two traits don’t always correspond. They do in Carriage Signature Homes newest show home at 19 Orion Cres. in Aurora at North Point, says Alana . . .

Posted: 2021-05-08