With it finally feeling like summer, June brings celebrations for dads and grads and also ushers in wedding season! A recent survey by coupon site RetailMeNot.ca revealed Canadians spend an average total of $776 on gifts for wedding related events such as showers, engagement parties and the actual …
Best Places to shop online for 14+ Fashion by Annie & Jay
It’s not easy being a plus size girl and finding, stylish, well fitted clothes that evokes confidence and a passion for fashion, but the plus size industry is growing all the time. It may be time designers take a second look at trends. Sticking with a mandate that only serves extra skinny …
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One Company’s Effort to Bring Fair Trade Artisan Products to the International Market
Hedvig Alexander is founder of Far & Wide Collective , an online marketplace that sells fair trade goods made by artisans in developing countries, to the international market. It sells a range of products from home décor to fashion accessories, and works in countries including Afghanistan, …
Practical baby gifts are a hit with new parents / by Andrea Howick
A lot of moms want really practical shower gifts. They're moving away from the cute onesies and teddy bears and they want those items that will get them through sleepless nights, the baby’s first sickness and something that is going to keep their baby entertained while they do the dishes. And gift …
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Upcycling: Breathing New Life into Your Old Items by Sue Pitchforth
Don’t throw out that old, dated piece! Why not consider upcycling it? What is Upcycling? It’s the buzz word in the industry for eco-friendly decorating. Taking an item that is no longer needed or wanted and giving it new life as something that is useful or creative. I know you are …
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