Framed

Frames wallpaper from Graham and Brown is an interactive wallpaper that has blank frames printed on it. It's a completely interactive wallpaper - you decide what you want it to be - whether you want to put up your youngsters art, paint directly in to a frame, or put up family photos - it's up to you! It would be great in your craft room or in your entry hallway.

Get Inspi(Red)

This winter shop Red in support of the Global Fund to fight Aids. If you buy a Red product or Red service the Red company will give some of its profits to buy and distribute anti-retroviral medicine to the people with Aids in Africa. Motorola, Armani, Apple, the Gap and more are Red companies. The Gap gives 50% of the profits from sales of their Red items which are a limited edition of clothing and accessories for men and women. Purchase a bunch of the pins for a $1.00/each and create a bracelet with them. I also love the Red Ipod from Apple and the Red phone from Motorola.

Design Your Own Converse

Converse One. Design your own Converse. By designing your own at Converse One, you are the ultimate designer, you create the perfect pair. Start by picking a pair of shoes to customize and then proceed to make them your own. A percentage of the sale of the shoe that you design will go be donated to the Global Fund to fight Aids, Tuberculosis, and Malaria.

Pumpkin Recipes

This Halloween try to make something good with the guts of your pumpkin. Check out my fave place for recipes, Allrecipes.com, for different pumpkin seed toasting recipes and pumpkin recipes for pumpkin breads, pies and more, then invite me over to eat it with you.

Mansion Chandelier

Eric Grinder, who is best known for creating his antler trademark coat racks, has now taken over the trend of the large and breathtaking chandeliers. His Mansion Chandelier has the fancy detail work you expect in a showpiece chandelier, which make it a truly 21st century kind of splendid. Comes in 5 warm colors and is available online at design public.

Get Carving!

Get Carving! It's pumpkin carving weekend so I thought I'd repost these pumpkin templates to assist the weak. Marthastewart.com has free downloadable pumpkin carving templates. Your carved pumpkins will be the talk of the block!

Blik Sticks

These self-adhesive wall decals (think stickers for grown-ups) allow you to easily transform the look of a living or office space in minutes. Affix blik to any smooth, flat surface such as a wall, window, mirror, ceiling, tabletop or floor. Choose your space, plan the design you'd like to make, and literally, just peel and stick. And when you're tired of your design, say after years, a month, maybe a day - the decals are removable. Variety of designs to pick from at VelocityArtAndDesign.com

Something's Fishy

The world’s only 35mm camera with a built-in fisheye lens is here and waiting to swim into your life! Hold on tight… it sees a sweeping 170-degree view – compacting everything around you into a neat circular image. Get right up to your subject’s nose for slamming distortion effects. Boasts a built-in electronic flash for use day or night. Uses normal 35mm film that can be processed anywhere from lab to drug store. Get it at our good friends the spoonsisters.com

Magnetic Attraction

Anywheres are adhesive-backed powdercoated metal that can turn any surface into an instant magnetic bulletin board. Powerful magnets make display changes easy. sticks to walls, doors, dashboards, mirrors, cabinets anywhere! Check out Fridgedoor.com to purchase all sorts of fun magnets.

Floating Books

The Conceal Bookshelf will hold a "floating" stack of books. Your house guests will be intrigued by this invisible design. It would look great in your kitchen holding your cook books. Holds up to 15 lbs. Available at Modernmotive.com

Bachelor Gift

This is a very funny product -- no savvy bachelor should be without them. Come on – what single guy has time for the mundane task of housework? Here's the perfect solution: Mop slippers! The epitome of multi-tasking, your bachelor will be able to clean the floor every time he goes to the fridge for a snack.

Camera Duffel

I love this camera duffel bag from Fredflare.com! It's a stylish way to keep all of your camera gear organized.

Wintersong

Sarah McLachlan's new cd, Wintersong, is now available. You can listen to a teaser on her site.

Hang In There

Inspired by nature, Amenity modern wall hangings are designed to capture the warmth and beauty of the outside and bring it into your home. They make striking wall hangings in any environment and each design line from Amenity has pillows and bedding to match. The prints come with directions on how to stretch them at your local art store or you may also take the print to your local art store or framer and have it stretched for you. Available to order online at 2modern.com

Pure Trash

For years I have been on the hunt for the perfect trash can to replace the crappy one that I have and now, FINALLY, I have found the solution at Simplehuman.com.
Their stainless steel trash cans are designed to give pleasure to your daily dumping and fit all kitchen layouts. Each pedal is tested to endure over 50,000 steps and the cans come with a 10 year limited warranty.
Check out their recycling solutions too.

Wine "O"

It's all about the wine with the Riedel O Glass Series. These casual no-stem, no-frills, un-goblets put the pinot right in the palm of your hand. And unlike their stemmed counterparts, they fit right in the dishwasher. In short: “O” is the ideal glass for every day use and for every occasion. It is fun, feels good to hold, looks trendy and it works! I've seen them in most houseware shops but to save you the hassle order online at Crateandbarrel.com

Monk-e-mail

Create a barrel of laughs by sending a friend a monkey email from Careerbuilder.com. All you do is select the clothes and scenery for the monkey, then type what you want it say and send it to a fun friend. It will brighten their day!

No Ordinary Seed

Look into the eyes of these oddly designed characters and you will see... well, seeds.
Get yourself a squeaky plant-me pet, play with it for a few days until you tire of its company, and then... dunk it's head into the nearest pot of soil.
It might sound cruel, but each plant-me pet has the ability to grow either a pumpkin, melon, or a tomato plant and will soon be sprouting new life. Would be a fun stocking stuffer for the gardener in your life. Available at Branchhome.com

Every Picture Tells A Story

Artist Laura Zeck creates one of a kind collectibles that can uniquely accent your decor or serve as a personalized gift for baby showers, weddings, birthdays and special occasions. From her 300 etchings you can select the images to create your own short story. Juxtaposed against one another, the images are playful and evocative-like hearing someone's secrets or listening to their dreams. Ordering is easy, click here to create your own short story.
All prints are signed by the artist.

Inhabit Wall Flats

Inhabit's Embossed Wall Flats are designed to expand in any direction just like Interface Flor Tiles do. With peel-and-stick adhesive tabs and an automatic pattern repeat these wall tiles are simple, modern, versatile and goof-proof. You can cover an existing wall, help disguise a not-so-smooth wall or add a modern pattern to any room setting. Customize them by rotating every other tile or row, mix-and-match patterns or paint them to coordinate with your decor. The rule is there are no rules and the important thing is to have fun with it. It¹s low stress, low commitment and a big payoff in the way these tiles will impact a space.

Think Pink!

The famous Hbc Blanket is now pink! This Limited Edition 100% wool blanket has been designed exclusively in support of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. Hbc will contribute $35 to the foundation for each Limited Edition HBC Think Pink Blanket sold. This is the first time the design of the Hbc Blanket has been modified. Order it online while supplies last.

Black Magic

These haunting pumpkins will spook anyone! Of course, check out Marthastewart.com for the instructions!

To Be 22 Again

Twenty2.com has launched a line of sophisticated wallpapers. The grasscloth wallpaper and montague are my favorites. The designs are created by a husband and wife design team and their line of papers is focused on elements of lighting and linen.

Moonbeam

I was very happy to hear that the Moonbeam clock has been reproduced and you can purchase it online at LLBean.com. I have my dad's from when he was as kid but the time doesn't work. I love it so much that for years I still put it beside my bed just for the light and of course, the look. One that works, wakes you with a gentle illuminating light and when you fall back asleep, a bell sounds.

Oh Nellie!

At a trade show I was given a free box of Nellie's Detergent and Dryer Balls and since then I have not purchased another laundry brand. You can order it online at NelliesLaundry.com.

Nellie's Dryerballs are completely non-toxic and allergy free and are designed to reduce drying time and soften fabrics naturally without using chemical fabric softeners. You only need to use one tablespoon per load and you get 100 tablespoons out of a box. Nellie's is hypoallergenic - perfect for baby clothes and sensitive skin.

Trust me, try it and you'll get hooked. It's cheap too! My husband, who used to get mad at me for buying the cheap laundry soap from Costco, asked me keep purchasing Nellie's.

Begium Linens

At TheLinenHouse.com you can now purchase Libeco Linens for a very decent price. My favorite is this pre-washed Belgian linen with a red stripe that was inspired by the Parisian flea markets. I am going to purchase this runner (only $25.00), and have my croissants and espresso on it every day. Maybe even a little chocolate spread on my croissant to make me really feel like I am back in Belgium. Available in runners, napkins and kitchentowels. 100% Belgian Linen.

Sticker for Tea

This tea stick from GamilaCompany.com is a contemplative toy that gently rocks as it infuses clouds of flavor before your eyes. This is what happens when designers and connoisseurs meet for tea. Less messy then the tea ball, just scoop it, slide it and seep it!

Mirror, Mirror On The Wall

This dark wood baroque mirror from Anthropologie.com is an art piece itself. It would make an entrance way very welcoming.

Action Flip Books

Have your video digital clips made into a fun action flip book at FlipClips.com. I used to love them when I was young. This would make a great gift for a kid or a fun stocking stuffer for a loved one. Document a special moment in your life and have it made to a flip book to cherish for yourself. They are CHEAP too $7.99 and they ship around the world.

Stonz

These booties from Stonz.ca are adorable. I met the two moms that started this company at a trade show, and man I wish that I thought of this product before them. The boots are available for new babes and toddlers. Their waterproof soles and adjustable toggles make them a comfy cozy fit and are perfect for families that spend a lot of time outdoors. I hope that they'll soon have them for adults!






My Fave are these "walking on clouds" boots.

Wall Flower

Wallpaper is the new craze. I am addicted to checking out the designers' sites when I spot some cool paper in magazines. I will keep posting new paper finds to share with you all. My parents home is still wallpapered so they have done the full cycle of style. I am hoping to convince my husband to let me wallpaper the office, at least one wall. Joceyln Warner's designs are sublte and elegant, perfect for the newbies to the papered wall.

Boogie Woogie

Vancouver's Dirty Laundry now makes fun children tees available at Malibookids.com . I love this rockin' Boogie Woogie girls tee.

Doggy Feng Shui

These Feng Shui dog toys from Postmodernpets.com are the perfect unique gift for a dog lover. Feng Shui promotes balance and harmony which would make these a great fit for a hyper new pup!

Too Picky

Picpads are one of a kind black & white note and shopping list pads, created by using your favorite photos. They make exceptional gifts!











Unfortunately, they only deliver to the US, but I am sure if you called you could schmooze them to ups to you in Canada.

Just Flored

With Flor carpet tiles you can cover your floor in your style, your way in any room, over almost any smooth surface. Because it comes in tiles, FLOR is versatile to the extreme. Start with an area rug, and take it wall to wall. Create your own designs, try theirs, or mix and match. Change isn’t scary when it isn’t permanent.

Where is Mr. Turkey?

Amazingmoms.com has some family fun games that the kids will have a hoot with this Thanksgiving.....even more hilarious if there were no kids involved!

Check out Amazingmoms.com for details

Giving Thanks

You still have time to rush over to the Pottery Barn and recreate this elegant centerpiece for your upcoming Thanksgiving dinner. Sorry, their online store doesn't deliver to Canada, but there are stores throughout!

I Dream Of Chloe

Be like Lindsay Lohan and carry different shoulder candy weekly.

Shoulder Candy is a Canadian company that offers short term designer bag rentals, as well as long term rentals. You can borrow a designer bag for as short as one week, or keep it for a few months. It's up to you how long you keep it, and there are absolutely no strings attached! Week rentals vary from $35 - 80 and any additional week is half the price.

I love this Chloe bag!

Wine Not

Display your wine collection in the modern and stylish Wine Knot available at Stacks and Stacks. The Wine Knot is a seven bottle wine rack for six regular sized bottles and one oversized magnum or champagne bottle. Perfect for a modern or vintage style home. Makes a great housewarming gift too!

Calling All Runners!

The Running Room now allows you to purchase online. This is fabulous because I always buy my shoes from the The Running Room and it is always a little bit of a trip to go to the store for a new pair. Most of the time they don't have your size and you have to get them transferred from another store, then come back. What a hassle! So if you have your favourite shoe, re-order online and you'll be happy that you saved the time! If they don't work out then you can head to the store to return them!

http://www.shop.runningroom.com/

One Mighty Leaf

Mighty Leaf Tea is taking over the coffee & tea shops and is 100 times better tasting then Tazo. They also deliver to your doorstep. The Organic Earl Grey is the best Earl Grey that I've had and the Ginger Twist soothes your tummy when it is rumbling.

They're specially created handcrafted Tea Pouches are designed to unleash the essence of the quality that is Mighty Leaf Teas.

Say Hello To My Little Friend

I love these works by David Buckingham. His art studio in NY but you can also contact him and order directly.