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3 weeks ago | 
homenetwork.ca | Krizia Ramos |Amber Dowling |Lara Buchar |Maca Atencio
With spring in full bloom, it’s time to start getting those gardens in bloom, too. From mini urban gardens to a bigger backyard oasis, we’ve got you covered on the accessories you need to get started. Whether you’re looking for essential tool sets, or items that will make maintaining your gardens easier, here are some adorable gardening accessories to get you digging this season.
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1 month ago | 
homenetwork.ca | Lara Buchar
When it comes to planning or being part of a wedding, it’s easy to feel like the bills just never end. One easy way to save a little extra cash for the big day is to get creative when planning pre-wedding events. Whether you’re a maid of honour deep in planning mode or a bride just looking to cut back on costs for her guests, read on for our best bridal shower decoration ideas on a budget. Related: Destination Wedding Checklist: Is It Right for You?
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1 month ago | 
flavournetwork.ca | Lara Buchar
When it comes to the perfect gifts for mom, it’s never easy to find that special something that fully encapsulates how much you appreciate everything she’s done for you. Jewellery is always a great place to start, especially something that’s high-quality and sustainably made from Pandora, where you can find everything from their signature charms to luxe necklaces. To get you feeling inspired, why not look to her favourite sweet treats for ideas?
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1 month ago | 
homenetwork.ca | Shorey Andrews |Lara Buchar |Amber Dowling |Emma Yardley
Cleaning the windows in your home is a necessary albeit annoying task, but the winter weather leaves behind dirt and grime that can block the spring sunshine from shining through your space. Worse, avoiding cleaning away the debris could cause it to blow into your home, collecting dust on floors, surfaces and furniture. While you can hire cleaning services to get the job done, sometimes it’s easier just to roll up your sleeves and clean those window screens yourself. Here’s how to get started.
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1 month ago | 
homenetwork.ca | Lara Buchar |Amber Dowling |Emma Yardley |Shorey Andrews
Craving a tropical island vacation? While you’re already familiar with popular travel destinations like Cuba and Jamaica, broadening your search to other Caribbean islands can save you money and expose you to fun new cultures, too! Plus, there are direct flights to many destinations that are probably more affordable than you think. So read on for some of the best Caribbean vacation spots for Canadians.
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2 months ago | 
flavournetwork.ca | Lara Buchar
Our favourite part about traveling to any new country has to be trying the cuisine, which is exactly what actors Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan (AKA hobbits Merry and Pippin of The Lord of the Rings film series) are doing in their new show, Billy and Dom Eat the World. In honour of their upcoming series, we’re highlighting the most popular cuisines in the world according to Taste Atlas, who compiled over 475,000 ratings for foods in their database to see which cuisines earned the highest scores.
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2 months ago | 
homenetwork.ca | Shorey Andrews |Amber Dowling |Lara Buchar |Keena Alwahaidi
Composting is an important step towards reducing landfill and keeping the environment healthy. But composting in small spaces, such as an apartment, can come with minor discomforts. That’s because composting is more complex than you may think, and avoiding the rules required to do so effectively could create unwanted smells in your home. In this article, we’ll break down some steps to improving the state of your compost bin and provide helpful tips to keep odours at bay.
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2 months ago | 
homenetwork.ca | Emma Yardley |Shorey Andrews |Amber Dowling |Lara Buchar
We all know the kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s where we make our meals and our core memories, sharing good food with good people. But this high-traffic, highly important food-prep space is also a breeding ground for bacteria. So, let’s give it the deep clean it deserves — and keep everyone healthy (and listeria free!). Beyond everyday maintenance cleaning — dishes, counter wipe downs, sweeping, mopping, etc. — there are 10 hidden spots in the kitchen that need a little extra elbow grease.
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2 months ago | 
homenetwork.ca | Amber Dowling |Lara Buchar |Shorey Andrews |Keena Alwahaidi
There are all kinds of reasons why people rent. Finances, short-term jobs or plans to move elsewhere in the near future are all motivations to rent instead of buy. However, one common reason many people prefer not to rent is a universal myth: renting is throwing your money away. Sure, it can seem as though you’re setting those hard-earned dollar bills on fire by renting a home rather than investing in your own.
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2 months ago | 
msn.com | Lara Buchar
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