Gifted magazine

Looking for inspiration for a holiday project or just the right gift? ('It's never too early to start' is my motto!) Check out Gifted Magazine published by Creature Comforts Blog. It's a lovely little slice of Christmas heaven.

I particularly like the project ideas, like the one for fabric twist ties seen below, and their gift guides are spot on. You should be able to find something for everyone on your list!

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Friday finds ...masks...

I'm not a big costume person and I usually just end up wearing some sort of mask. Sometimes they are creepy, sometimes strange and sometimes cute.  Here are some picks for your own Halloween

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Spotlight on: Linda Trenholm Design

Next up in my Calgary designer spotlight is Linda Trenholm Design.

Linda Trenholm, a graduate of Mount Royal's Interior Design Program (can I just say that the MR program seems to be giving Calgary some serious design talent?!), has been creating inspired spaces for clients for the past 10 years. While she calls her own style "contemporary with an Asian feel, very organic" she's designed spaces covering a wide range of styles and enjoys traditional design with a contemporary twist.

Love, love, love the blue in the above two images!

All images courtesy of Linda Trenholm Design.

Local designers donate services to non-profits

I picked up the October issue of Avenue Calgary yesterday and came across an article about some local companies and designers that donated their time in order to renovate three local non-profit spaces.

 The renovated "spa room" at Hospice Calgary made a huge impact on the comfort of residents.

The three organizations that were highlighted are Hospice Calgary, Aspen, and Highbanks Society. One of the designers that donated her time was Jacqueline Corea who I recently featured here.

What a fantastic cause and use of local talent!

Read the whole article in the October issue of Avenue or on their website.

Spotlight on: Corea Sotropa

If I had a touch more talent, education and drive there are two careers that have long peaked my interest, the first being chef and the second being interior designer. I am truly in awe of those that can look at the bones of a room and instantly have a vision and the means to execute it. On that note, I decided to spotlight four Calgary interior designers/firms.

Up first is Corea Sotropa Interior Design. Lead by principal designer's Jacqueline Corea and Reena Sotropa, both graduates of Mount Royal's Interior Design program, they take on projects as large as full home renovations and as small as furniture placement. Judging by their portfolio, these are two incredibly talented ladies!

All images courtesy of Corea Sotropa Interior Design.

Friday finds ...rosy...

I chopped my hair off recently (and am thinking about going even shorter) so I've been looking for cute hair clips and headbands and have fallen in love with fabric and paper rosettes. Here are some Etsy picks to make your Friday a little more

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