Mustard dreams about his home on wheels

New/old camper ready for summer fun

I bought a house — and it has wheels! Some call it a camper trailer, but with the way the world is going these days, some day it might be my home. For a few months of the year anyway. This . . .

Posted: 2020-07-04

The future is growing strong

Futura Farms in St. Andrews is making its mark in more ways than one

Futura Farms is a new and innovative farm business venture that holds considerable promise on multiple levels: fruit, seed, and research. Owned and operated by Carl Durand, Futura Farms sits on 50 acres in St. Andrews. The wholesale fruit production will . . .

Posted: 2020-07-04

Peel a pineapple in record time this summer

Question: Please share with me a fast way to peel a pineapple. -Morgen Answer: Pineapples can be stored at room temperature for about three days, after that store the fruit in the fridge to maintain freshness. I used to work as a cook at . . .

Posted: 2020-07-04

Transcona townhomes stylish, affordable and spacious

Enjoy all the amenities you get with a bigger, single family home

As rental fees have crept up in recent years, the concept of buying versus renting has increasingly gained traction with consumers. Little wonder with a two-bedroom apartment ranging from $1, 200 to $1, 600 per month depending on location and amenities. Consequently, . . .

Posted: 2020-07-04

Workplace safety a priority for MHBA reno members

Most people aren’t aware that when a renovation project begins in their home, it technically becomes a construction site and workplace for those who are doing the renovation work in your home. Manitoba Home Builders’ Association renovator members take this . . .

Posted: 2020-07-04

Loaded with style and value in a great community

St. Adolphe bungalow good as new and priced to sell

In the midst of challenging economic times home buyers are increasingly thinking outside the box to find the greatest possible value. As parents of many king-sized families have found, opening their mind to the possibility of living outside Winnipeg can pay . . .

Posted: 2020-07-04

All hydrangeas, all the time

Luscious new varieties to choose from -- but hurry before they're gone

How do you select just one hydrangea cultivar when there is an annual smorgasbord of luscious, new varieties that instantly slay you with their spectacular beauty? In a perverse sort of way, this annual dilemma is made easier thanks to . . .

Posted: 2020-06-27

Garden of delight and charm

Couple grows goodness in backyard oasis

As far as I’m concerned nothing beats walking through a beautiful aromatic garden in summer. Especially when one realizes that six months down the line that same walk will be carved through knee deep snow. Sorry. Just saying we should enjoy . . .

Posted: 2020-06-27

Pergolas are popular and practical

Trendy backyard features can differ in size and appearance

About a year and a half into writing this weekly column, a concern began to grow about how I could sustain an interesting read regarding a recent deck or pergola build, when there are only so many ways to describe . . .

Posted: 2020-06-27

Preserve leaves with wax paper and an iron

Question: What is an easy way to preserve leaves so that they last for many years? Jainy Answer: Place foliage between two pieces of waxed paper (waxy side against the leaves and cover the ironing board cover with a towel). Press the . . .

Posted: 2020-06-27