These might be a little (a lot) over top for the average joe, but that doesn’t have to stop you from dreaming about having an amazing wine cellar of your own!
Designer Jamie Beckwith use blue LED lights to create this illuminating look. To add a bit of whimsy, the ceiling is made of glass, to give those on the floor above an enjoyable view.
Valentines day is near. Want to impress your sweetheart by taking them somewhere special? Take a look at these events that are sure to put romance in the air:
February 12th
Sweetheart Ball at the Royal Canadian Legion
Dinner, drinks, live music, and door prizes. From 4:30 pm til 10pm, $20 per person (Tickets available at the Legion Canteen)
Red Wine and Chocolate at Tinhorn Creek Estate Winery
Join Tinhorn for a decadent afternoon of Valentine’s Day fun. There will be chocolate, wine, Ingrid Schellenberg on harp, door prizes, and wine specials.
Join Burrowing Owl on Valentine’s Day with your special someone for a romantic dinner or brunch. Dinner is $55 per person (plus tax and gratuity). Reservations can be made online here.
This is a 3 Course Dinner and Wine Pairing – the romantic ‘choice of’ menu is prepared by Chef Jenna Pillon and complimented by award winning wines of Hester Creek. $65 Per person (plus tax and gratuity). Reservations are required. Please call 250-498-2229 or email info@terrafinarestaurant.com.
Whether your laundry area is part of a modern mudroom, or stuck in the dark recesses of your basement, it’s probably the messiest, most neglected part of your home. But its winter, and there’s no better time to pay a little attention to your overlooked utility rooms. Here are five great ways to help take your laundry room from disorganized to delightful:
If the laundry area is multipurpose, such as a mudroom or storage area, define the space for each use and organize shelving, baskets, or boxes for each. Install a closet rod for air drying or hanging up clothes as soon as they are done in the dryer, and use a fold-away table for folding and sorting clothes that can be stored away when not in use.
2. If it ain’t quaint, paint!
If your laundry room is dark and depressing, paint the walls a traditional light colour or add a fresh coat to the trim. If you have a window which lets in natural light, select a paint in sunshine yellow, or this year’s “in” colour: orange. Alternatively, choose blackboard paint for use on a section of a wall and when you run out of detergent or dryer sheets, just add it to your list on the blackboard.
3. Texturize and accessorize
Bamboo blinds and linen-lined rattan laundry hampers will help establish a softer, relaxed mood. Mirrors are a great way to make smaller space appear bigger while adding a touch of sophistication. And don’t forget, the laundry room is a great place for indoor plants, as they improve air quality and may absorb cleaning detergent scents.
4. Don’t be left in the dark
The laundry is likely the last place you’d spend a lot on a great-looking light fixture, but that doesn’t mean you have to go without! An elegant overhead light fixture adds a functional and decorative touch. Use a small chandelier with good light coverage for beauty or add a practical ceiling fan to circulate air while providing a little decorative interest.
5. Add your personality
Once you have your laundry room organized, don’t be afraid to decorate. Use colours that you love, put up family photos, kids artwork, your special collection of snow globes, anything that makes you smile.
The snow and cold winter weather shouldn’t limit time enjoyed working on the home outdoors. Before venturing outside, ensure proper safety precautions are taken to avoid an accident or injury. Consider the following snow safety tips from The Home Depot Canada to help keep warm and safe all season long.
– Dress for outdoor success. Whether at work or play, bundle up in layered clothing to allow for better evaporation of perspiration. Outer garments should be tightly woven and water repellent. Wear boots or overshoes with non-skid soles to avoid slips and falls.
– Master the right shoveling technique. Before shoveling the walkway or driveway, ensure you are physically able. Arm yourself with a quality shovel that will last the entire winter. Lift with your leg muscles, not your back and remember, pace yourself and take frequent breaks.
– Blow it away. If shoveling is not your fancy, consider using a snow blower to push the white stuff away. Maintaining the blower will enhance performance and increase longevity. Check areas such as the engine oil levels, blower system chute positioning and tire pressure on a regular basis.
– Light the way. Since visibility is reduced in snowy weather and the winter brings darkness earlier, make sure you have well-lit walkways around the outside of the home.
– Roof clearing. If you need to clear the roof, try using long-handled snow rakes or poles. Should you require a ladder, make certain that the base is securely anchored. Ask a friend, family member or neighbour to hold the ladder while you climb.
– Winter warm-up. After spending time outdoors, snuggle up with a loved one and drink warm beverages like hot chocolate, coffee, tea or soup.
For more snow safety tips, visit The Home Depot store in your community.
100 percent of funds raised at charity garage sale supports local women’s shelters and programs to end family violence
On Saturday, May 9, Royal LePage offices across Canada will be transformed into a destination for bargain hunters with the return of the National Garage Sale for Shelter in support of the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation – an organization committed to supporting women’s shelters and ending violence against women and children.
Now in its seventh year, this Mother’s Day weekend event brings local residents together with Royal LePage REALTORS® to raise much-needed funds and awareness to help break the cycle of family violence.
All administrative expenses of the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation are underwritten by Royal LePage and the event’s sponsors cover all other costs, so 100 percent of the revenue generated supports local women’s shelters and helps give hope to thousands of women and children escaping family violence.
Members of the community are encouraged to participate and help de-clutter for a cause. Donate gently used items to Royal LePage South Country Realty in Oliver and stop by the National Garage Sale for Shelter location at Southwind’s Crossing Mall on Saturday, May 9 to find some great bargains and help support a worthy cause.
Event Details:
What: 7th Annual National Garage Sale for Shelter
When: Saturday, May 9,2015
Where: Southwind’s Crossing Mall, Oliver BC
Why: To support the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation, Canada’s largest public foundation dedicated exclusively to funding women’s shelters and violence prevention and education.
Want more info? Watch this video about the National Garage Sale for Shelter. Click here for a fact sheet on the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation.
Can’t attend but still want to make a donation? Click here to make an online donation.
The National Garage Sale for Shelter is also made possible with the generous support of its national sponsors: TD Canada Trust Mobile Mortgage Specialists (National Presenting sponsor), Atlas Van Lines Canada (In-kind Moving and Transportation sponsor), Genworth Canada and Your Commission Today (Major Event Sponsor).
For more information on the National Garage Sale for Shelter, how you can participate and to find your local Garage Sale site, please visit www.royallepage.ca/shelter.
About the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation
The Royal LePage Shelter Foundation is Canada’s largest public foundation dedicated exclusively to funding women’s shelters and ending violence against women and children. Through agent commission donations and the fundraising activities of the Royal LePage network, we have raised more than $16 million to help provide a safe haven and new beginnings for more than 30,000 women and children each year. To break the cycle of violence, the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation also supports long-term violence prevention and education programs. All funds raised by Royal LePage offices remain in their local community and because Royal LePage pays all administrative costs, 100 percent of all money and effort goes toward this important cause.
