Cottage country in the city

Elm Park beauty perfect for growing family

Buying a home tends to be an exercise in compromise. Which is to say, no home is perfect. No matter what, there's always one or two things about a home -- as good as it might be -- that you wish . . .

Posted: 2014-12-13

Sufferin' succulents!

Countless varieties lead to creative, attractive arrangements

Sometimes, the best ideas are borne from the desire to do anything other than what's on our to-do list.Can't find the motivation to get ready for the holidays? A creative boost might be all you need. Why not create a . . .

Posted: 2014-12-06

2015 paint trends head in opposite directions

Both bold hues and softer shades will fill our interiors

Colour forecasts for 2015 are starting to emerge, with trends going in opposite directions.On the one hand, there's longtime British paint maker Farrow & Ball, predicting soft, comforting tones will be popular in the coming year to keep us grounded . . .

Posted: 2014-12-06

Industrial accents can spruce up your decor

There's something so uniquely interesting about industrial accents in the decor. The rough-hewn textures and finishes add lots of visual interest and a sense of history.The awesome accessories, pictured here, can be found at Wicker World in Winnipeg. These decorative . . .

Posted: 2014-12-06

Leaving insulation alone best course of action

Question: I read one of your articles in the Free Press about asbestos insulation. I recently took over a huge mortgage and bought out my husband's share of my home on separation. I think I am lucky to own the . . .

Posted: 2014-12-06

Jeans don't have to leave you feeling blue

QUESTION: I have a problem with my favourite jeans. They are about a year old and still leaching major dye to the point my underwear and the tops of my socks are ruined. I have tried numerous solutions: washing them . . .

Posted: 2014-12-06

Starting anew in Stonewall

Historic hardware store to enjoy renewed purpose

Renovations to older homes and buildings can be fascinating because they often merge the past with the present.A case in point is the former Ashdown Hardware in Stonewall, a building of historic import slowly being unveiled after decades of obscurity . . .

Posted: 2014-12-06

Sold DEC 6

SOLD:WildwoodADDRESS: 769 Waterford Ave.ASKING PRICE: $419, 000SOLD PRICE: $409, 000TAXES: $3, 779.74SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1, 400BEDROOMS: 4BATHROOMS: 2LOT SIZE: 50 x 150LISTING AGENT: Scott Moore, Realty Executives Premiere, 204-995-7355SOLD:St. AdolpheADDRESS: 7-409 Main St.ASKING PRICE: $209, 900SOLD PRICE: $209, 900TAXES: $1, 741.19SQUARE . . .

Posted: 2014-12-06

All in the family

Bridgwater home can accommodate the whole clan

There's one certainty if you're a large family or multi-generational family looking for a new home.You know size matters. Consequently, Kensington Homes has come up with a design -- the Brampton -- to provide king-sized families with adequate space.At 2, . . .

Posted: 2014-12-06

Postcard perfect

Churchill Drive home a sight to behold

It's a classic Manitoba winter day: crisp and clear, the snow crunching underfoot as you survey the scene unfolding around you.In this instance, you're on a serene stretch of Churchill Drive, the road and adjacent river curving away from you, . . .

Posted: 2014-12-06