Aug 2, 2011 | Uncategorized
As our renovation date gets closer, we are getting our final quotes and doing some research on government grants that are available to the public. Here are two websites that some of you might find helpful. As it turns out, if you are willing to do the work...
Jul 12, 2011 | Uncategorized
The “R” word is something that many people are scared of; and it’s no wonder when you hear horror stories of reno’s gone wrong where budgets are blown and timelines don’t exist. We at Hawthorne Kitchens always strive to help...
Jun 28, 2011 | Uncategorized
As someone who checks the 25-30 age category box, I often think that I don’t have a style yet- and I don’t think I’m alone. Clothing, colours, decor…… I can’t say there’s a style that fits me the best. One day I am...
Jun 9, 2011 | Uncategorized
Summer in Manitoba means three things: mosquitoes, bbq’s and the great outdoors. Though many of us hardy Manitobans spend time outside during the frigid winter months, no one can deny that the mood in Manitoba changes once summer hits. We were made...
Jun 3, 2011 | Uncategorized
With the weekend a mere 4 hours away, the sun has come out just in time. While I know most of us will be mowing the lawn and tackling the weeds, why not take some time out and look at our last two countertop surfaces? Laminate- Laminate is fun, it’s affordable, it’s...
May 25, 2011 | Uncategorized
Now that the weather has warmed up, and the sun is out, I feel the need to clean-up and freshen things up. Whether it’s cleaning out the closet, dusting off those patio chairs, or adding some much needed summer colour to the garden, the changes in weather often...