5 Things To Do with Toothpicks

Get that toothpick out of your mouth and get it working for you. Use toothpicks...


7 Home Staging Tips Guaranteed to Attract Buyers

The trick to selling your home is to make it as presentable and appealing...


5 Things To Do with Ice Cubes

Ice cubes are great for cooling drinks or nursing bruises. But did you...


How to Avoid a Home Reno Nightmare

A little due diligence can help lessen the chances of a renovation nightmare....


Memory Keepers

Drowning in digital photos? Scared of scrapbooking? Here are some time-saving...


Eco-Friendly Decorating Tips

From eco-friendly furniture to the psychological impact the colour green...


5 Things To Do with Mustard

Mustard isn't just tasty on burgers and hot dogs. Did you know it can also...


Spring Clutter Clean-Up

It's that time of year again, where we have to go through every nook and...


5 Things To Do with Twist Ties

Don't throw away those extra twist ties you get when you buy garbage bags—they...


6 Tips for a Hot Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and there’s a good...


5 Things To Do with Paper Towels

Paper towels are handy for cleaning up messes. But did you know you can...


5 Things To Do with Spices

Got a rack full of spices you never use? Put them to work outside the kitchen:...


4 Tips for Making a Small Room Look Big

Looking to create more space in your home? It is possible to make a small...


10 Rules for Party Planning

For some of us, the mere thought of entertaining strikes terror in our...


Stain Removal Tips

You’ve just spilled red wine on a white tablecloth, dripped orange...


5 Uncheesy Valentine Gifts

No matter how long you and your sweetie have been together, finding just...


5 Things To Do with Coat Hangers

Are those old wire hangers in your closet gathering more dust than coats?...


5 Things To Do with WD-40

WD-40 has been around for more than 50 years. The product that was originally...


Top 10 Tips for Green Living

No one can stop global warming alone. We need to work together for tough...


5 Things To Do with Window Cleaner

You use window cleaner to remove those stubborn smugdes from your windows...


Tips on How to Arrange Furniture

The placement of furniture is almost as important as the pieces themselves....


5 Things To Do with Zippers

Zippers have been a mainstay in fashion for years, being used to fasten...


6 Good Kitchen Habits to Develop

Get savvy in the kitchen by adopting these easy organizational habits....


5 Things To Do with Hair Conditioner

Hair conditioner makes your locks shine, but it'll do the same for your...


5 Picture Hanging Tips

You just bought the perfect piece of art. But where to put it? The living...


5 Things To Do with Squeeze Bottles

Don't throw your old soap and other squeeze bottles in the recycling bin....


5 Things To Do with Bananas

Nutritionally, bananas offer a bonanza of dietary must-haves: potassium,...


6 Easy Steps to a Fall Home Makeover

Seasonal changes in home decor are as natural as the leaves falling from...


How to Carpet a Basement

Finishing your basement makes sense, but what’s the best method for...


5 Hidden Chemicals in Your Home

Our relationship to chemicals is changing as new research draws a connection...


5 Things To Do with Wax Paper

A chef's best friend, wax paper is used for its non-stick properties and...


5 Things To Do with Candy Tins

Candy tins are still as popular as ever. They’re one of the easiest...


5 Things To Do with Onions

Onions might make you cry, but they can also help housebreak your dog,...


5 Things To Do with Wallpaper

Wallpaper adds that unique, decorative look to any room in your house....


5 Things To Do with Newspapers

The newspaper industry is dying, so put newsprint to use while it's still...


How to Fix Chipped Porcelain

Disguise chips, dings and scratches in porcelain bathtubs, sinks, toilets...


8 Tips for Decorating Any Room

Thinking about decorating a room in your home? Whether you do-it-yourself...


5 Things To Do with Hydrogen Peroxide

Hydrogen peroxide isn't just for hair-bleaching or teeth-whitening. It's...


5 Things To Do with Pillowcases

Pillowcases aren't just for resting your head. Use them aroud the house...


5 Things To Do with Candles

Most candles today are made of paraffin wax and can be used around the...


5 Things To Do with Basters

Basters are staples at discount stores, and it’s worth a visit to...


8 Tips for Organizing Your Laundry Room

Do you dread doing laundry? Are the piles growing out of control? Putting...


5 Things To Do with Milk

Milk makes your bones strong, but it can also remove ink stains, liven...


7 Worst Home Design Mistakes

There are average home decor flubs, and then there are offenses against...


Tips for Seasonal Decorating

Be it Halloween or Christmas, live in harmony with Mother Nature, the changing...


8 Autumn Chores for the Lazy Gardener

Gardening seems to lose its appeal when the weather turns nippy and rainy....


5 Things To Do with Sandwich Bags

The self-sealing plastic bag became a part of our lives in 1969, when Dow...


5 Things To Do with Bath Oil

Fragrant oils are a part of every culture in every era from the Egyptians...


Preserve the Decadence in Your Holiday Decor

What’s a holiday without the scent of pine, and the glitter of ornaments...


4 Ways of Looking at a Rope

You've used rope for many things around the house, but did you ever think...


DIY Tricks for the Unhandy

Don’t know the difference between a screwdriver and a ratchet? Don’t...


5 Things To Do with Binder Clips

You rarely use a full box of binder clips—usually one or two get...


13 Things a Burglar Won't Tell You

Will getting a home alarm system really protect your home from break ins?...


5 Things To Do with Peanut Butter

You probably use peanut butter to whip up a quick lunch to take to school...


5 Things To Do with Sand

It's annoying when it's in your bed but sand can be a handy helper in other...


Candied Flowers in 4 Easy Steps

Candied flowers, also known as crystallized flowers, are an easy way to...


11 Party Mistakes Hosts Make

Hosting a good party can be a tricky task for the inexperienced event planner....


5 Things To Do with Pencils

Pencils aren’t just for writing. They’re great helpmates around...


Your Guide to Better Pruning Tools

Pruning your bushes, trees and shrubs has never been easier, but sometimes...


5 Things To Do with Vodka

Saving that bottle of vodka in your freezer for a nightcap? Think again....


9 Cheap and Easy Gardening Fixes

Who says you can only use proper tools in the garden? These common household...


How Good Is Your Dry Cleaner?

The quality of work varies drastically from one dry cleaner to another....


Understanding Your Soil

In a perfect gardening world, everyone would have ideal soil: well drained,...


Four Ways of Looking at a Pool

Swimming pools are an excellent way to cool off as the temperature rises....


5 Things To Do with Plastic Tablecloths

Does your new tablecloth have you covered? We’ve uncovered how your...


4 Tips for Designing Better Fences

Steve Maxwell, Casa Guru’s home improvement expert, tells you everything...


5 Things To Do with Spray Bottles

Need to spritz up your homestead? Save your spray bottles to sooth your...


No More Sore Bike Butt

It’s a beautiful day, and you’d like to go for a bicycle...


6 Steps to Selling Clothing Online

De-cluttering your life can save you time. Start with your closet and unload...


Late-Blooming Veggies for Summer Seeding

It's not too late to take the plunge and plant your own vegetables. The...


5 Things To Do with Paper Plates

Paper plates are not just for picnics. We’re dishing on how these...


7 Secrets for Great Holiday Photos

Capturing a memorable moment is priceless. Learn how you can snap the right...


5 Things To Do with Popsicle Sticks

If your family loves popsicles, you’re going to love the sticks even...


Solid Looks With Faux Stone

Natural stone is always best but when it’s too expensive for your...


Secrets of Cottage Maintenance

Whether you love the country or just love getting away from the city, here...


5 Things To Do with Berry Baskets

Berry baskets are useful to hold your small everyday knick-knacks, but...


4 Ways to Clean a Dirty Grill

Do you dread having to scrub your grill clean? Try one of these quick and...


Keep Your New Home Mould Free

We hear far too much about mould stricken homes. What can you do to set...


Long Life for Your Appliances

Appliances eventually wear out. Certain parts simply fail with time. It’s...


Must-have Pliers and Wrenches

Want to try your hand at DIY home repair? Great! But before you roll up...


Decorating with Flowers

Flowers are an affordable and quick fix for any room. In fact, there are...


4 Ways of Looking at a Bicycle

The bicycle is a means of recreation for most North Americans, but in other...


5 Things To Do with Bread

Does the thought of bread make you go soft? Wait until you find out how...


Dining Room Décor

Dining is always enjoyable but it can be simply sensational when served...


5 More Things To Do with Lemons

Lemons are one versatile fruit. They're useful around the home and in the...


5 Things To Do with Oven Mitts

Can’t handle all your chores alone? Let your oven mitts help you...


5 Things To Do with Kool-Aid

This beverage mix does more than stir up tasty drinks. Kool-Aid is also...


5 Things To Do with Mouse Pads

Who doesn't have extra mouse pads kicking around the home office? ...


Keep Kitchen Basics to Beat the Recession Blues

During these tough econimc times, people are spending more time in the...


7 Tips for Holiday Decorating

Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way… it’s holiday...


5 Things To Do with Car Wax

Wish everything could be as shiny and clean as your car? Buff up on your...


Organize Your Closet

Nothing starts a day off on the wrong note faster than when you cannot...


Take the Best Family Photos

If you’re always disappointed in the way you or your family come...


Build a Successful Sunroom

A sunroom can provide you with a small oasis in your home and help you...


How to Redo any Room

Thinking about redecorating? The first step to designing a great space...


5 Things To Do with Beer

No wonder it's our national drink. Delicious to drink, beer can help improve...


5 Things To Do with Borax

Tired of harsh chemicals taking over your home? Scrub out stains, clean...


Get Ready for Summer Guests

Hosting out-of-town guests can be a wonderful experience, but can also...


Organic Pest Control

Don’t want to douse your garden in chemicals? Send plant-eating critters...


Homemade Cleaning Products

Want to avoid harsh chemical cleaners in your household? Save money and...


4 Ways of Looking at a Bubble

These stunning photos will change the way you think about a simple bubble.


5 Things To Do with Earrings

It's tough to figure out what to do when you lose one of your favourite...


5 Things To Do with Eggs

Love your eggs? Then get cracking with these EGGstra special tips to improve...


Get Rid of Furry Garden Pests

They're lovable. They're huggable. They just made a feast out of your cabbage...


How to Compost

Ready to get even greener and cut the amount of trash you haul to the curb...


5 Things To Do with a Garden Hose

Think a simple garden-variety hose is nothing special? You’re way...


Green Reno on a Budget

If you’re like many Canadians, chances are you live in a house that...


Gardening Companions

Are your tomatoes and cucumbers hanging out with the wrong crowd? Improve...


5 Things To Do with Olive Oil

Fat fighter, heart protector, antioxident provider... is there anything...


Making Old Tile Grout New Again

Ceramic tiles are great, but aging grout can take away from the tiles'...


5 Things To Do with Paper Bags

Brown bag more than just your lunch.  Clean your mops, reshape your...


Surviving a Home Reno

Renovating your home can be stressful if you have to stay put while the...


7 Important Building & Renovation Tips

Thinking of making some changes to your home? Before you get into full...


Decorating for Newlyweds

You've finally tied the knot and now it's time to share everything with...


5 Things To Do with Magazines

Are stacks of magazines cluttering your home? Find out how you can keep...


Get Your Houseplants Ready for Spring

Spring cleaning is about more than just your closets and garage. Spruce...


5 Things To Do with Ladders

Is your ladder hiding out in the closet? Then it’s time to haul it...


Home Renos That Pay You Back

When it comes to home improvements, you don’t need to renovate your...


5 Things To Do with Ice Cube Trays

Pull that ice cube tray out of the freezer and put it to good use. If you...


5 Things To Do with Potatoes

Love your potatoes? Well, look beyond French fries and baked potatoes....


5 Things To Do with Fabric Softener

Think fabric softener is just for your laundry? Both the liquid and dryer...


6 Secrets for Setting a Perfect Table

If you wish to make your guests feel like royalty when throwing a...


4 Ways of Looking at a Garden

Gardens brings us food, flowers and enjoyment. They also give each of us...


5 Things To Do with Foam Food Trays

We always have more foam trays than we need and supermarkets should probably...


Chic and Shabby

Want to make your home zen-like? If you’ve already de-cluttered your...


Let's Window Shop

Need to find the perfect windows to showcase your home, but trying to save...


Old Things for the New Year

A new year brings resolutions and inspiration for new beginnings. Why not...


Green Living Tips from Ed Begley, Jr.

We were first introduced to Ed Begley, Jr. as Dr. Victor Ehrlich on the...


Create an Old New House

Want to spruce up your new house with some old-world charm? Here are some...


Laundry Secrets

Almost everyone has had at least one laundry disaster. Here are some secrets...


Go On! Get Down and Dirty!

Digging in the dirt may be a natural cure for depression according to recent...


5 Things To Do with Coins

Is loose change drawn to your couch, coffee table and kitchen counter?...


Finding the Perfect End Table

An end table completes the look of a room while adding some character to...


Isn’t It Time to Update Your Tired Walls?

Is your home looking dated and worn? Breathe new life into it by sprucing...


First Impressions: Front Foyers

What does your foyer say about you? Find out how you can create a warm,...


10 Tips for Selecting the Ideal Fireplace

Consumers find they need help making the best choice for their home. To...


5 Things To Do with Egg Cartons

Egg cartons tend to pile up quickly. Before tossing them into the recycling...


Home Bodies: Bringing the gym home

Trying to stay fit, but struggling to find time to go to the gym? Problem...


5 Things To Do with Yogourt

Think yogourt is just a healthy snack? Find out how it can help your skin,...


5 Things To Do with Marshmallows

We love to top off our hot chocolate with them, and they are essential...


Know the Lingo: Green Home Building & Design Terms

Want to be more eco-friendly, starting with your home? Brush up on...


What’s Your Colour?

Feeling blue. Seeing red. Green with envy. Colours often convey how we...


Your Guide to Spring Cleaning

Spring is here and it's time to round up all those dust bunnies. Use our...


5 Things To Do with Shoeboxes

Do piles of shoeboxes line your closet? If so, get them out of there and...


5 Things To Do with Ice Scrapers

If you own a car, you've certainly used an ice scraper this winter. But...


8 Steps to Decluttering Your Garage

The garage often becomes a catch-all space for all the extra stuff we have,...


Swab the Deck

You've got the patio furniture and BBQ ready for action. The last thing...


5 Things To Do with Mouthwash

We use it every day for fresh breath but this versatile liquid can be used...


Is It an Antique or Is It Junk?

In these days of economic uncertainty, it would be wonderful to believe...


Maintaining Your Mower

When the lawn mower starts running a bit rough, don’t run to a repair...


Are You a Clutterbug?

Is it time for you to regain order in your home? The Professional Organizers...


10 Flowers for Romance

Flowers are the language of love. Find out what the 10 most popular flowers...


5 Things To Do with Envelopes

Here are five unique uses for used envelopes that will help you stay more...


6 Quick and Easy Décor Tips

Want to make tired décor snazzy in a snap? Two Canadian TV decorators...


5 Things To Do with Weather Stripping

After you've winterized your home, use this handy material to get yourself...


The Frugal Art Collector

The right artwork can enhance our homes, but many would-be buyers are put...


5 Things To Do with Oranges

To most people, an orange is just a fruit that tastes great. But you can...


5 Things To Do with Vanilla Extract

Vanilla is good to have in your kitchen, but it has many uses around the...


5 Things To Do with Pantyhose

Nylon pantyhose are not just a fashion statement! The world's favourite...


Feng Shui for Beginners

Feng shui is the ancient Chinese practice of placing and arranging furniture...


5 Things To Do with Coffee Grounds

Coffee grounds make the drink that wakes you up in the morning, but they...


5 Things To Do with CDs

If you're tired of your old music—or maybe you've switched to MP3s—don't...


Cold-Proof Your Home in 5 Easy Steps

Canadian winters can be hard on both people and real estate. Check out...


De-Icing Your Driveway the Right Way

Sure, we like snow. And with winter approaching, there will be plenty of...


5 Things To Do with Shaving Cream

Sure, shaving cream helps remove hair. But it's practical outside the bathroom,...


5 Things To Do with Baking Soda

We all know about baking soda for cleaning and soaking up odours. But this...


Guide to Mattress Shopping

Choosing the right mattress can be confusing if you don’t know much...


5 Things To Do with Sugar

Sugar is sweet, and not just when you include it in a recipe. Here are...


5 Things To Do with Butter

Margarine may be lower in fat but can it defeat the powerful smell of fish,...


Grow a Winter Wonderland

Wishing for a green Christmas? Here’s a selection of winter-loving...


Stain Removal 101

Following these easy tips should ensure that you get those stains out....


5 Things To Do with Blow-Dryers

Sure, you have a blow-dryer at home. But how often do you use it on anything...


5 Things To Do with Crayons

They're not just for colouring! Crayons can be used for quick repairs to...


5 Things To Do with Buttons

Put renegade buttons to use with these crafty ideas.


5 Things To Do with Socks

When a pair of socks has split up for good, you can put the single sock...


5 Things To Do with Drinking Straws

Slurped up your smoothie? Don't toss the straw! You can use it to keep...


The Truth About Vinyl Siding

Vinyl siding may be the most popular siding material, but does it live...


5 Things To Do with Mayonnaise

Don’t hold the mayo! It can be a great ingredient to have around:...


5 Things To Do with Corks

You may be unable to turn water into wine, but you can turn the corks from...


5 Things To Do with Umbrellas

Going to throw out that old, broken umbrella? Let it give you a hand and...


5 Things To Do with Pipe Cleaners

Silly grown-ups, pipe cleaners aren’t just for kids! But don't take...


5 Things To Do with Tennis Balls

Did you know a tennis ball could keep your swimming pool clean? Find out...


5 Things That Last a Lifetime

Outside of a tree, a wedding ring or an heirloom, what can you expect to...


5 Things To Do with Nail Polish

Thought nail polish was only for your nails? Find out how it can save you...


Carpet Quick-Fixes

Ahh, the luxurious feel of carpet under your feet. Enjoy it pampering your...


Disaster-Proof Bathroom & Kitchen DIY

Decided to do a little DIY? There are six common pitfalls you'll want to...


Create Your Own Home Spa

Could you use some tender-loving care but can't afford spa prices? Create...


Grow Your Own Essential Herbs

There’s nothing nicer than being able to go out on your deck or into...


Bring New Life to Old Floors

No one likes to feel trampled on. But your floors get walked all over on...


5 Things To Do with Toothpaste

Extend the shine from your smile to your stuff with a simple tube of toothpaste....


5 Things To Do with Aluminum Foil

If you’re a jack or jill of all trades foil is one tool you can’t...


5 Things To Do with Tea

No time for tea time? You should reconsider: make time for tea around the...


Top Annuals for Containers

Container gardening is a great way to exercise your green thumb if you...


Veggie Gardening for Latecomers

If you haven’t yet planted a vegetable garden, don’t worry....


5 Things To Do with Cooking Spray

Stuck on your cooking spray? Learn how a quick spray can remove stains,...


5 Things To Do with Chalk

Want to get your silverware bright and your whites white? Chalk it up!...


5 Things To Do with Gum

Stuck on gum? Read on to find out how to make your gum last long after...


5 Things To Do with Hairspray

Beehive hairdos may have gone out of style, but hairspray remains a great...


5 Things To Do with Ice-Cream Scoops

Don’t put the scoop away just because it’s too cool for ice-cream....


Potted Plant Secrets

Are your houseplants always dying on you? Consult these expert secrets...


Bring Birds & Butterflies to Your Garden

Flowers and plants add colour to your landscaping, but wildlife really...


Gardening for Birds and Butterflies

As natural habitats are replaced by developed land, many species of birds...


Better BBQ'ing Tips

Grill-icious. Cooking on a barbecue takes a certain skill. Banish tough...


5 Things To Do with Cotton Balls

Just because they’re light and fluffy doesn’t mean cotton balls...


5 Things To Do with Flowerpots

Historically a way to transport native plants to new lands, or to bring...


The Urban Gardener

Tiny yard, or no yard at all? No problem. Try these techniques to add a...


5 Things To Do with Dental Floss

Having a hard time slicing that fancy cake, or perfectly cubing cheese?...


Cure Wedding-Day Worries

Get rid of those cold feet: a smooth ceremony just needs to be well thought-out....


How to Care for Cut Flowers

Sure, flowers beautify your home. And they smell nice, too. But how can...


Thinking Inside the Box

While your home isn’t likely to expand over the years the amount...


5 Things To Do with Flip-flops

This fun, simple footwear has more to it than you’d think. Once you’re...


5 Things To Do with Balloons

They come in all sorts of colours and patterns, and are a great way to...


Toolbox Basics

As the fall weather turns nippy and we turn our attention to those...


Laundry Stain Solutions

No need to cry over split ink or coffee. You probably don’t have...


5 Things To Do with Rubber Bands

Do you have an ever-growing rubber band ball in your desk drawer? If you’re...


5 Things To Do with Lemons

Having a lemon around can prevent many situations from turning sour. Find...


Spring Cleaning Made Simple

Dreading the expenses and time commitment of the spring cleaning ritual?...


5 Things To Do with Lip Balm

Turns out that sweet-scented salve can do more than soothe chapped lips....


Set the Perfect Party Scene

Make your party the place to be by creating an ambient environment. These...


5 Things To Do with ASA

An ASA (acetylsalicylic acid) a day...well, you've heard the saying, and...


5 Things To Do with Gloves

They come in many fabrics and colours, so it makes sense that they have...


How to Start an Indoor Veggie Garden

If a long, cold winter without good fresh local produce is getting you...


Home, Sweet-Smelling Home

Want to fill your home with scent without pumping chemical air fresheners...


The Story of Rudolph

Read this story aloud to your children or get them to interpret the story....


Revamp Your Living Room

Transform your living space into a comfy oasis with a few simple changes....


Secret Ingredients for a Great Party

Partying is supposed to be a way to blow off steam and enjoy life. Yet,...


Indoor Gardening 101

Before you get planting you need to brush up on a few pointers. To help...


Theft-Proof Your Home

You may not be the only person anxiously anticipating your vacation. Burglars...


Guide to Exotic Houseplants

 Are you fed up with houseplant staples? Exotic plants aren’t...


Sort Through Those Problem Areas

Want to de-clutter but you just don't know where to start? Professional...


Hire the Best Handyman for the Job

Good help can be hard to find, especially in the world of home repair and...


Psst ... Table Manners Still Matter!

If you think people don’t care about etiquette at the table as much...


Making a Clean Sweep

You've finally sorted through your clutter, identified those things you...


Fake It Like a Decorator

You may not have been to decorator school, but you can take a page out...


7 Fast Furniture Fixes

Don't toss that old piece of furniture. Give it a facelift with these tricks...


Are Brand-Name Appliances Good Value?

You pay a lot more for leading, top-end brand names than for own-label...


6 Ways to Transform a Room with Fabric

Fabric is the ideal way to dress up a boring room, but before you re-cover...


Childproof Your Home: A Room-by-Room Guide

Whether they’re your own or just visiting, help protect children...


The Rakes and Pains of Gardening

All the hours of physical labour we devote to our gardens over the summer...


The Legendary Guide to Cleaning

Dost thou feel like you’re fighting a losing battle with dirt? The...


On-the-Spot Stain Solutions

Stains can happen suddenly at any time when you're out getting a bite to...


Fridge Features Worth Paying For

Before you buy a fridge, think about which features will save you money...


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