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This past summer, one of our cottage projects was building a deck skirt - it required planning and DIY execution resulting in a very successful outcome. Our summer cottage has a large raised deck overlooking the lake. It's a lovely place to sit and watch the waves or gaze at the moon and stars at... Continue Reading →
Our cottage was previously a Man-Camp, with a forest in disarray. Clearing it involved chopping down 100-foot pines and dealing with massive wood and brush piles.
We refinished the wooden staircase in our 130 year old home. It was a daunting task, but we are happy with the results.
Stepping onto a wooden deck overlooking a tranquil lake can be one of the most calming experiences. The water's gentle ripples, the chirping birds, and the scent of fresh air all combine to provide a serene getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. But as picturesque as it might seem, the wear and... Continue Reading →
Our summer cottage had an old wooden floor painted forest green which we did not love. We gave it a coat or two of neutralizing paint for a quick makeover.
We painted the fireplace in our Northern Island cottage. A DIY Before and After story.
The Water level is rising at our Ontario cottage. We keep asking each other "How High's the Water?", which reminds us of a Johnny Cash song.
Spring has sprung! Signs of spring.
Get a jump on spring gardening with simple seed starting tips. Choose the right seeds, create the perfect environment, and care for your seedlings for a bountiful harvest.
A mysterious island barn is a legacy of Ontario's historic Ice Harvest industry.
A vintage thrifted baker's rack painted - becomes a pantry.
We replaced the existing wooden countertop of our kitchen island with quartz. This was a quick refresh to our existing kitchen in our 130 year old home.
A before during and after story about our 1890s floor refinishing project
Our island sheds were filled to the brim with old stuff - and a few treasures that I painted blue.
We rescued a marooned red squirrel with a live wildlife trap.