All that and more in South St. Vital

Sprawling bungalow a move-in ready retreat

At one time or another we’ve all thought about what we’d do if we had the budget to build our dream home. In a high percentage of cases, people would elect to build in a spot that’s beautiful and secluded — . . .

Posted: 2020-04-04

Plant a victory garden to combat coronavirus

During Second World War gardens were grown to ease food shortages and boost morale

Forced to shelter in place, most of us are coming down with a bad case of cabin fever. Instead of worrying about the future and whether that scratchy throat you woke up with this morning is something serious, plant a . . .

Posted: 2020-03-28

Should it stay or should it go?

Laurie Mustard is cleaning up his act, one piece at a time

This home alone thing is turning into way too much work. Foolishly I took my own advice and started sorting room by room through what should stay and what should go. But you have to make a commitment that the stuff . . .

Posted: 2020-03-28

The show must not go on

Annual show cancelled, but still plenty of options for orchid lovers

In a perfect world, we would have been meeting one another today at the annual Orchid Show & Sale hosted by the Manitoba Orchid Society. What a difference a month makes. March has brought a long string of event cancellations . . .

Posted: 2020-03-28

Painting or covering asbestos duct tape a good practice

Question: I was hoping you could give a little advice. I have been searching all over to find a general answer about what to do with the asbestos tape on the duct work joints in my home. It is basically . . .

Posted: 2020-03-28

Heat frozen shortbread cookies in oven for crispness

Question: I like baking shortbread cookies because they freeze well, which makes them an easy snack to pull out when company drops by. The only problem is that when I remove them from the freezer, they become soggy. Any tips? . . .

Posted: 2020-03-28

Family first in this generous two-storey

Thoughtful layout offers large families proven value

While space is surely the first thing large families look for in a new home, a flexible floor plan has to be a close second. That flexibility is a must because large and active families need a home that gives them . . .

Posted: 2020-03-28

Affordable and adorable

Newer condo unit offers great value and terrific features

First-time buyers, young professionals and retirees are often faced with budget restraints that make home shopping more of a chore than a joy. Amber Treichel of RE/MAX Performance Realty knows the challenges these home shoppers face and has a listing that . . .

Posted: 2020-03-28

Cleaning and design tips for a healthy, happy home

For so many, the desire is for home to feel like a haven, a place where you feel warm, cozy and safe. Health is also top of mind, creating a clean and healthy environment. As you look for ways to . . .

Posted: 2020-03-21

Dazzling dahlias

Farm near Domain poised to supply many local florists

It started with a dahlia called Café au Lait. Most of us have loved dahlias all our lives but when Café au Lait burst onto the scene a few years ago with her fully double, massive blooms that are the . . .

Posted: 2020-03-21