Keep your sheetslooking sweet

Properly caring for fine linens will extend their age

If you’ve ever been fortunate enough to sleep in a four-star-hotel bed, you know there is nothing like the crisp, clean feel of fine white sheets. I cherished my first set, a wedding present, and was dismayed when, over time, . . .

Posted: 2018-09-22

Multiple options for custom-built space

Hilton Homes' Beverly shines in Fall Parade of Homes

These days, growing families are demanding new homes that are affordable and spacious. And while you’d think builders would need to come up with new home models to meet those demands, that’s not necessarily the case, says Spencer Curtis of Hilton . . .

Posted: 2018-09-22

Start your Parade of Homes tour off on the right foot

The 2018 Fall Parade of Homes is well underway! Despite it being a bit wet during the first two weeks, people have been out and visiting many of the great show homes on display. The Manitoba Home Builders’ Association (MHBA) always . . .

Posted: 2018-09-22

Crescentwood classic with a modern twist

Two-storey home offers tons of space and convenience

From the curb, this two-and-a-half storey home at 85 Harrow St. features the traditional look everyone associates with a turn-of-the-century Crescentwood classic — wood plank exterior, latticed windows and a wide, welcoming front porch. However, it’s a very different story inside. Thanks . . .

Posted: 2018-09-22

Changing Lives, One Ticket at a Time

This year's 2018 HSC Millionaire Lottery is sure to be the best yet, says Foundation president and CEO, Jonathon Lyon. The lottery helps support Manitoba families through promising new research, cutting-edge . . .

Posted: 2018-09-21

Tough stuff for next year's garden

These plants held up to the summer heat and continue to thrive into fall

September’s cooler temperatures are providing most plants with a chance to recoup after a hot and dry summer. Perennials such as roses, Russian Sage, hydrangea, helenium, rudbeckia, ornamental grasses and many other varieties are bringing new life to the garden. As . . .

Posted: 2018-09-15

Making cinnamon buns

Question: I followed a recipe for making cinnamon buns, but the results were disappointing. The buns did not rise as I had hoped any idea why? — Ranjit Answer: First of all, did you turn on your oven light when the buns were . . .

Posted: 2018-09-15

Retractable storm door a breath of fresh air

A breeze to install, hidden when not in use

The leaves have started to turn and the inevitible changing of the seasons is underway. Time to bring in the patio furniture cushions, partially drain the above-ground pool and mow the lawn one final time. With the searing heat and humidity . . .

Posted: 2018-09-15

Tickled over sparing some great old ivories

Plenty of life left for vintage Heintzman upright grand in new home

As I write this, I’m expecting, and will soon be delivering a piano — to me, by me. In fact, I’m hoping that by the time you read this, I’ll have it home. Reader and new friend Chyrle Kyritz noticed, in a . . .

Posted: 2018-09-15

Don't flush your money for small plumbing issues

Make sure to know the difference between a serious issue and a nuisance

Question: We live in a raised, three-bedroom, two-bathroom bungalow In Oakbank. Our toilets have always made a loud draining noise — kind of like a suction sound — when we flush. I am wondering if there is a blockage or something . . .

Posted: 2018-09-15