Canadian Design: FoldIT Creations by Gavin Canning

Silver Orgami Leaf Necklace, FoldIT Creations by Gavin Canning

Tomiko and I first saw FoldIT Creations by Gavin Canning at the Annex Flea a few months ago and thought we had to share our discovery! Gavin Canning’s jewelry pieces are not only beautiful, but mind-blowing in their intricacy. The origami leaves, koi, dragonflies, hearts, and ‘paper’ airplane are gorgeous, but they don’t compare to the detailed cranes. […]

DIY: Block Printing Basics

I started block printing back in high school, more than 10 years ago, and it was the basis for most of my senior art project. I loved the process; it was so simple, created such striking images, and allowed me to use such versatile supplies. I could whip out a beautiful piece in an hour. […]

Beautiful and Functional Camera Bags

Beautiful and Functional Camera Bags

1. Abby Mint Bag by Johansen Camera Bags; 2. Ava Green Bag by Cheeky Lime; 3. Betsy Mustard Bag by Johansen Camera Bags; 4. Brooklyn Bag by ONA; 5. Chelsea Bag by ONA; 6. Siena Bag by Johansen Camera Bags; 7. Georgia Nautical Bag by Johansen Camera Bags; 8. Palma Bag by ONA; 9. Rose Coral Bag by Johansen Camera Bags; 10. Catalina Bag […]

Nanaimo Bars

Nanaimo Bars

Nanaimo bars are supersweet triple-layer squares. The bottom layer is  a graham cracker crumb base, flavoured with cocoa and coconut and studded with chopped nuts. The creamy middle layer is like vanilla-flavoured frosting. And the topping is melted chocolate. I only realized that these were a Canadian treat after moving back to Canada about 10 […]

Five Things You Need For Your First Adult Apartment

Five Things You Need For Your First Adult Apartment

In March of 2013, I moved into my first apartment that was all mine – no parents, no roommates, no nothing. Prior to that, I had lived at home, lived in residence at university, and then back at home. And while living at home, I slept in the twin bed that used to be half […]