Delightful Home

I have been making my family banana muffins for years now, and we were all quite bored of them to say the very least. Though I wanted a change, I did not set out to make drastic changes, like switching to cranberry scones or anything like that. My intention was to simply raise the interest [...]

The ever-growing home spa craze has been wonderful to watch. Due to its popularity, many inspired designs have been shared in just about every home magazine, and television program. One of our favourite tips that was picked up from those sources is the use of dark wood. Everything from dark wood floors and dark wood [...]

While in most of your home you are seeking to promote an image or elegance, maturity, uniformity or simplicity, there are no such goals for a kid’s room. Whether it be a child’s bedroom or playroom, you can get creative and have fun with the furnishings, colours, and accessories. Really the sky is the limit. [...]

Well here it is January and my cravings for comfort foods are trucking right along. Though I have to try to work within the confines of that age old New Year’s resolution to eat more healthily. As such, one of my newest favourite recipes is the one for warm mushrooms and olives salad. Start with [...]

With the economy weighing us down, it is a great time to embrace economical holiday decorations. Plus, when you make the items yourself you get in a family activity as well. If you are short on time, and even supplies then you will love this idea. Grab some regular old white paper, a piece of [...]

Well, I must start by saying I was surprised when I came across the following product. The item is a foot spa detox machine made by the Amish. Upon first blush, the title of this product struck me as a gimmick. But, as I read on about how the Amish believe in the ability of [...]

The wood burning fire is not only a beautiful feature in any home, but is a celebrated item for other reasons as well. Specifically, wood is a carbon neutral source of fuel that is renewable. In fact, the same amount of carbon dioxide is released when the wood is burned as it would be if [...]

This is a great little recipe that can be made in under twenty minutes. Start by preparing a half cup of espresso coffee with one teaspoon of shredded orange peel and four cups of water in a percolator. Once it is done, pour it into a pitcher that is made to hold piping hot liquid. [...]

Many of us have friends who regularly practice yoga, cook wonderful healthy meals, and have other abilities that could add to a spa weekend hosted at your home. No need to make appointments, travel great distances, or spend a ton of money. Create a DIY spa weekend with a couple of friends, and share your [...]

It used to be that when cooking you would use some inexpensive red or white wine that you had leftover, or did not care to drink. But, today, great tasting wines can be found at exceptionally reasonable prices, so there is no guilt associated with using the good stuff. Plus, if you are one who [...]