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A tightwad designer builds a modern custom home in Edmonton. Take a virtual tour, and pick up her design hacks for building on a budget.

How’s your Mother’s Day prep going? On Saturday, May 13, Calgary’s Willow Park Village will unveil a new public art installation, in addition to special services, discounts and complimentary treats for mom.

Tis the time of year to get a jump on your holiday shopping. Savvy shoppers know how to escape the crowds AND get into the spirit of the season. Their secret? Leaving town. Not only will you snag unique items Calgary chains don’t carry, but these festive outings remind you how lucky we are to

The holiday season is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year,  yet many moms can’t help but feel a wee bit frazzled. Between those school concerts, cookie exchanges and getting your Christmas cards out on time, there’s a lot to juggle. Nobody wants to be around a Grinch at Christmas, so I make

The huz likes to remind me that bumpers weren’t meant to be parking aids. I suppose he’s right, but I’m pretty proud of my parallel parking skills – aided of course, by the use of my car’s bumper. I take driving seriously, but I don’t sweat it when I nudge objects or when things happen

Those who know me, know I’m in love with the city bike. I almost feel like I was one of the original hipsters (sans thick eyewear) when I would cruise around the inner city on my beloved Schwinn circa 2002. So when my bike was stolen from our yard last summer, I was devastated. Immediately after

I’ve been getting a few inquiries into the blue swimsuit I wore in my Vacation Fails post. Does two friends asking where you got your suit constitute a few inquiries? I say, yes! Would you believe that in Calgary you can get a swimsuit tailor made exactly for your unique proportions and that it’ll cost

If I’m looking for cute, one-of-a-kind items, but secret shopping weapon is often leaving town. Not only will you snag unique items Calgary chains don’t carry, but these outings remind me how lucky I am to live in such a gorgeous destination. Here are some sweet towns and quaint country boutiques around Alberta well worth

Do you eat your lipstick as much as I do? Inevitably within an hour or so of applying a fresh lick of colour, I’m back to my pale, invisible lips. Fret not, friends. Help is at hand! I picked up a slew of makeup tips and tricks at Nordstrom recently. Laura Mercier was putting a