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At Home with Kim Vallee
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Your guide to stylish living, everyday modern entertaining, and social media
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Three Creative Uses of Washi Masking Tapes

Keeping a reserve of washi tapes can be a time-saver when you have to create last-minute party decorations. Washi tapes immediately transformed a basic bags or bottles into something with personality...

6 days ago

gleePEEPS collection by Polkaros

As soon as I laid my eyes on the totem made of gleePEEPS pouffes, I was hooked. I want the gleePEEPS pouffes and character bolster cushions to become my son’s friends. They could join him in hi...

6 days ago

What to Wear: At the Park

Multicoloured Striped Polo Shirt $19.90 CAD at Zara | Denim Bermudas $17.90 CAD at Zara | Sandal Paco Boy $55 USD at Geox | Linen t-shirt with print $29.99 CAD at Zara | Rose Leaf 1969 raw-edge denim...

23 may 12

Ideas to Steal: Carpaccio Served on a Clothesline

I always keep an eye open for easy show stopper food plating that I could use at a party. The carpaccio served on a clothesline today at restaurant Europea in Montreal tops my list this summer. If yo...

22 may 12

Two Tartine Recipes by La Tartine Gourmande

Last Friday, food blogger Beatrice Peltre of La Tartine Gourmande was at “The Martha Stewart Show”. Bea prepared two savory tartines from her first cookbook. Everything looks tasty! Tarti...

15 may 12

What To Drink: Go Pink for Mother’s Day

Mom-tini recipe from NUVO Sparkling Liqueur | Pomtini recipe from POM | Pink Blossom recipe from SAQ | Nude Nuvo recipe from NUVO Here are four feminine cocktails that you could serve your mom this M...

10 may 12

Must-Have for a Picnic: A Table-on-the-go

Table in a Bag on sale at $49.95 USD at Crate and Barrel This picture illustrates my ideal picnic at the park. I love all the details. I need a folding picnic table like this to make my picnic more s...

09 may 12

Friendly Luxury When Camping

photos by Thomas J. Story for Sunset magazine – May 2012 Camping has evolved so much since my childhood. I prefer a nice hotel room to sleeping in a tent any time. I’m also aware that man...

09 may 12

Kim Loves: Reisenthel’s Travel Bags

I have a love affair with some brands and Reisenthel is one of these brands for me. It has been a while since I visited their Web site. I am glad to see new products. I couldn’t stop discoverin...

08 may 12

Tatau: A New Kitchen Knife Collection by Alessi

Anna and Gian Franco Gasparini designed for Alessi a 5-knife collection with a unique design feature. Grip styles and food icons that identify the knife usages are printed on the blade like tattoos. ...

05 may 12

Mom and Toddler Fashion for Rainy Days

Before motherhood, I only wear modern style trench coats. I am still a fan of the ones by m0851 but I can’t wear them when I go to the park with my toddler boy. I start looking for casual optio...

04 may 12

Friendly to Kids: Family Stays and Teaching Good Behaviour at the Table

By design, boutique hotels try to raise the bar in hospitality. Since I became a mom, I look for services that I never considered before. A lot of hotels claimed to be family-friendly but, unless you...

03 may 12

Orla Kiely Garden Collection for Wild & Wolf

I wish that I could give or receive the Orla Kiely for Wild & Wolf for Mother’s Day. I am particularly fond of the Orla Kiely Flask; it would be great for picnics. The signature pattern pla...

25 apr 12

Yuri’s Night in Montreal

Two weeks ago I attended the fifth edition of Yuri’s Night in Montreal. This is a party to commemorate the first man in space, Yuri Gagarin. The party was organized by my artist friend Bettina ...

24 apr 12

For the Birds: Five Stylish Bird Houses and Feeders

Squirrels should not be able to eat the material of these bird houses. I selected two glazed ceramic bird houses and three made of metal available in several colours. Except for the Piep Show XXL, wh...

13 apr 12

Party Must-Have: Confetti Bunting by Engel

I am pretty sure that if you hang these retro fabric confetti buntings, they would be a hit with your party guests as much as the giant balloons of two weeks ago. Since they seem to only be available...

13 apr 12

My Son’s First Birthday Jungle Party (Part 2): The Food, the Cakes and the Party Favors

I do not think that kids party are about food. For one thing, they are scheduled in the middle of the afternoon and set to end before supper time. This is why I chose to serve healthy snacks for my s...

12 apr 12

LookBook: Geometric Orange At Your Table

It is no secret that I love orange as much as I love modern style. I like so much the clean lines of the city tea towel that I present you to way to mix geometric patterns with it. Option 1 Shown her...

10 apr 12

My Son’s First Birthday: The Making of a Jungle Party Theme

Last month, my little boy reached 1 year old. You can imagine that I wanted to celebrate it in style. I had a look at my party supply stack when came the time to select a party theme. I often buy par...

06 apr 12

My Must-Have Kitchen Tools at World Market this Spring

Here are a few items to be surrounded by spring tones while cooking and baking. Shown here: Spring Garden Measuring Bowls $9.99 USD for set of 4 assorted ceramic bowls | Funky Chicken Kitchen Towels...

05 apr 12

Liberty of London Fabric Garlands Made in Quebec

This morning I had breakfast with Sophie Manessiez Guinet, the co-founder of minibulles.ca and Les Triplettes and the other panelists to prepare our e-Commerce and women panel at Webcom Montreal in M...

05 apr 12

Must-Have this Easter: Euphoria by Kusmi Tea

Here is a perfect Easter gift idea since it will please even people who count their calories. To be safe I suggest that instead of showing up at the Easter brunch where you are invited with a chocola...

04 apr 12

Party Must-Have: The Giant Round Balloons Decorated by Geronimo Balloons

Balloons are often a must at birthdays and big parties. The ones from Geronimo Ballons stand up for two reasons: first, Jihan “Jihanimo” Zencirli only uses 36-inch perfectly round ballons and second,...

31 mar 12

Lucirmas Upcycles the Wine Bottle into a Table Set

Sometimes, you simply need to adapt the shapes of everyday objects to create new ones. If we omit the handmade process of the making, this is basically the visual approach of Lucirmas, a Barcelona-ba...

29 mar 12

The Costco Challenge: The Making of a Stylish Cocktail Party on a Budget

This article from Town & Country is the proof that you do not need to spend a fortune to entertain in style 20 guests. Event planner David Monn bought at Costco the food he needed to make stylish...

27 mar 12

Easter Egg Decorating and Crafting Ideas

At only a few weeks ago from Easter, it is more than time to plan your Easter Egg activities. Hiding special eggs adds cheer and joy to your Easter Egg hunt. I like to include eggs that the kids can ...

27 mar 12

Amusing Chop Knife by Normann Copenhagen

No, these are not donuts! Lucidipedere Studio created for Normann Copenhagen a fun version of the classic mezzaluna. I always use a mezzaluna to chop herbs. Believe me when I tell you that the round ...

16 mar 12

My Must-Haves at Fish Eddy for Spring and Summer Entertaining

Fish Eddy introduced a new line of party glasses that are simply too adorable to ignore. I imagine myself drinking juice or iced tea in any one of the 4 cheerful mod tumblers this summer. I compiled ...

16 mar 12

Alphabet Animals, Farm to Table and Farm Buddies Kidz Box and Placemats

I am counting the months until my son could use those. I have been a fan of the Kidz Box since they were launched by Modern-Twist. They added new drawings that are better than ever for a young child....

05 mar 12 1 person likes this

Paint Dipped DIY Round-Up

Paint-dipped furniture has been making the rounds as a subtle way to embrace the bold and bright color trend. But if you’re not willing to sacrifice a favourite wooden chair or stool for this trend, ...

05 mar 12

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