like me

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Gift ideas for a girl like me… a mixuture of home sense, sports, comfort and style… I’ve got you covered!

15 things i found & pinned to the want board

THE FUTURE IS FEMALE : lets keep fighting the fight (25% of t-shirt sale proceeds donated to Planned Parenthood)
And speaking of women, this book is on my wish list : In The Company of Women
Also a good page turner that I need to read for the book club I just joined
A new ski jacket : my current jacket is old – perhaps a new one will make me a better skier?
L.L.Bean’s Wicked Good Slippers : i can’t get over my slipper bootie crush
A smart phone vase : how awesome would this be in a guest room? I don’t have a guest room but still…
Or maybe a Heath Ceramics Multi-Stem vase : beautiful colours and simple designs
Cactus Coasters : i don’t think I need to justify why this is amazing
A comfy but stylish turtle neck sweater : because i am always cold and i am no longer planning to move to California for at least 4 more years
A photogenic rack : because I like to take pictures of cookies
Sage Aromagem diffuser : because i want to jump on the bandwagon that smells good
A really nice throw like one of these from Caroline Z Hurley
Running mitts : really warm running mitts (not gloves)
Adorable ballet flats + great packaging + great colours = approve
Calvin Klien Body Modern Cotton Fitted Sheet : sleeping on bedsheets that are as comfy as CK underwear sounds like a great idea!

Let me know what’s on your list!

Check out my updated favourite things lists
Check out my stocking stuffer ideas

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a few (more) of my favourite things

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In 2014 I made a 50 under 50 favourite things list… it was epic and in my opinion, it still holds up:

So this year I am back with more things I love which may or may not be more than $50

10 more things I love, but they ain’t cheap

Hello Anna: I love my bottle opener. Amanda gifted her to me years ago and she’s never failed! Easy to use and fancy enough to keep on display so you never need to go rummaging through your gadget drawer in a moment of panic.
And Speaking of wine, we are sharing a Case of Compassion from Feed Nova Scotia with Mike’s parents for the holiday festivities. Drinking for a good cause sounds like a great idea!
I loved my SPIbelt… I miss my SPIbelt. I lost it on my travels and replaced it with another brand which is not as great. It was an awesome companion on long runs, carrying my phone, gummies, etc. and fit so nicely that I never felt it bouncing or moving.
Cusinart Mini-Prep Plus Processor: I have had this for 10 years and it has survived many pestos and baby food creations – it’s small but mighty and I give it a big thumbs up.
Booties: I just got these Clarks Taylor Shine Somerset Chelsea Boots on sale but I also love the Sam Edelman Petty in black. I think I need both.
Tivoli Audio Model One radio: Another item from our 10-year club but still sounding strong – it’s pretty basic, and you can get more bells and whistles but it works well and plays daily in the kitchen.
Mac Mini: We got a Mini four years ago when we ditched the cable. Although an Apple TV works great for Netflix, I love the Mini because it holds all of our movies and it links to our other devices. We keep it under the TV and it can take CDs, DVDs and USBs…etc. easily. There are times in life when you need a YouTube dance party, and the Mini delivers.
Longchamp Large Tote Bag Le Pilage: The bag that can hold many (many) things but always make you feel classy. I love mine for traveling and think it’s a great alternative to a diaper bag if you are in need of a diaper bag.
Le Creuset 4.2L Round French Oven: Le Creuset is amazing for cooking but even more amazing to clean. You can burn a full pot of soup in there and it will all just wash away in a jiffy. I love this size for making sauces and soups and especially risotto.
Gym membership at Cyclone Group Fitness: I will be the first to tell you I don’t go as often as I’d like but when I do, I love it! Group fitness classes are a treat – especially when I spend so much time running alone. Find a gym that makes you happy – I like barre / TRX and spin which is why this place works for me!

Check out the original favourite things list to find links to all the items shown above
Check out my stocking stuffer ideas
And up next, my wish list!

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stuff to stuff a stocking

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10 awesome stocking stuffer ideas for ladies like me:

A. Mountains of chocolate : because despite my disappointment with the new design, it will always be my favourite
B. A great winter tea : for cozy evenings binging on The Crown (or at least that’s my plan)
C. Good reads : a magazine rolled up is always a treat to read during the holidays
D. Fancy salts for cooking : I am stealing this idea from friends who gave each other fancy salts for an anniversary gift
E. Dream Cream : I love LUSH and this reminds me of my mom
F./G. Smartwool socks : for whatever you like to do – I love the tall ones for skiing and the micros for running
H. A fancy holiday candle : because the smell of balsam brings me so much joy
I. Saje Aromacar : because you deserve to drive in peace and have a car that smells good
J. Something sparkly… something sentimental and affordable!
K. Fun festive affordable undies : because these are the ones my friends and I are digging

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hello, kate.

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I think Kate Spade is reading my blog… I am loving her tribute to all things sunny:… That watch is so dreamy it almost makes me think about replacing my beloved Swatch. Almost.

Thanks Beth and Michelle for letting me know about all of these fabulous things.

Now, if only Mother Nature could deliver warmer and sunnier days!

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fifty six reasons why i love ikea

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I decided to walk around my house and survey everything Ikea. Sadly, what I am about to show is not everything, as there are retired items in the basement – the place where things go to die. To clarify, we once lived in Montreal and spent many Saturday mornings dining on $1.99 breakfast and strolling around the store – making some of these pieces vintage … who says Ikea doesn’t last?!?

Do others have this much Ikea? Let me know!

The entry and hallway: 1. Discontinued? (similar) / 2. Siguard Bench (no longer available in red, pitty) / 3. Portis Hat and Coat Stand / 4. Olunda framed alphabet poster (discontinued?) The kitchen/living/dining room: 5. & 6. Assorted glassware / 7. Bekvam Step Stool (stained black) / 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Kids dishware, placemats and a glass pitcher / 13. Garbage bin for dog food (similar) / 14. Paper napkins / 15. Serving bowl (discontinued) / 16. Blanda Blank Serving Bowl / 17. A sampling of my collection of assorted pictures frames / 18. Read about our fauxdenza here / 19. Blomster Candlesticks (set of 3) / 20. Tejn Faux Sheepskin / 21. Marius Stool / 22. A sampling of my collection of assorted flower pots / 23. Bud vase (discontinued but similar options here) The bathrooms: 24. Patrull Bathtub mat / 25. Dannskar Bathroom Faucet / 26. Lillangen Sink Cabinet / 27. Step Stool (similar) / 28. Mirror (discontinued but this is a beauty) / 29. Stacked narrow cabinets (similar) The office and playroom: 30. This is an Expedit (RIP) but the Kallax is similar / 31. Alex Drawer unit / 32. Erik (discontinued in red) / 33. Trofast (perfect for lego!) / 34. Liatorp Sideboard / 35. Mala Easel / 36. Mula blocks with wagon The bedrooms: 37. Similar / 38. Ol’ faithful (aka Poang!) / 39. Soften Rug / 40. Raskog Utility Cart / 41. Lillerod Rug / 42. Henry 2 (Gosig Golden) / 43. Smila Stjarna lamp / 44. Nyponros Duvet cover and pillow case (2 sets) / 45. Rast 3-Drawer Chest (stained blue) / 46. Tveblad Cushion cover (discontinued) / 47. Fagleboda Handles / 48. Bekvam Step Stool (stained blue) / 49. Alang Table Lamp / 50. Hemnes 3-Drawer Chest / 51. Valby Ruta Rug / 52. Hemnes Nightstand / 53. Fjell Bed Frame / 54. Malm 6-Drawer Chest (similar) / 55. Jute rug (similar) / 56. Wardrobe (similar) From their website: To become a leader in life at home in the Halifax marketplace we need to truly connect with people and helping them live a better everyday life at home. Before the store opens, IKEA will do 100 home visits, interviewing people in their homes to get a deep understanding of their needs, dreams and frustrations in and around the home. The new store will reflect the market with relevant, affordable home furnishing solutions and local architecture. Our intention is not to mirror what people have in their homes today, but to help people live a better everyday life at home and show them new ideas to solve their needs.