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ISSUE 11 • 2014

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Welcome to paradise where Friday afternoons can’t get here soon enough. Situated on a truly breathtaking lot that is just under 1 acre in size.

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Mississauga Situated in the heart of Lorne Park in the prestigious Whiteoaks of Jalna, this home is going to impress.

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Mississauga If a picture is worth a thousand words then to witness this property in person is indescribable. Situated on a breathtaking lot overlooking Lake Ontario with unobstructed views of the Toronto skyline.

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Mississauga Elegant family home on a quiet court filled with mature trees.

This 4 bedroom home features hardwood flooring, pot lighting and crown mouldings throughout the main floor.

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Mississauga As if time could stand still, this home has a way of taking you back to era where life was a little more simple. Built circa 1925 this warm & inviting home has been meticulously updated & renovated.

Oakville Westmount corner home on quiet street. 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, Open concept Main floor with Hardwood, pot lights and lots of natural light.

Web ID #252 Mississauga Nestled among towering mature trees on a quiet crescent. This beautifully renovated home is sure to impress! Expansive windows & skylights fill this open concept layout with loads of natural sunlight.

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Get creative with your platter

A serving plate is fine, but you might also use a wooden board, a slab of marble or a piece of slate.

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Choose a variety of cheeses including a soft-ripened cheese, or 'bloomy rinds' as they're also known Then, add a semi-soft cheese, like gouda or havarti. You'll also need hard/firm cheeses like manchego or pecorino. And for a more tangy option add a goat's milk cheese. Round out the spectrum of flavours with a washed rind cheese and a blue cheese.

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To take your cheese platter to the next level, try serving something completely unique, like the PC black label Isle of Man Extra Mature Cheddar. This selection is made with locally sourced milk from the Isle of Man in the British Isles and is a full-flavoured cheese that is matured for at least 15 months. Once you've chosen the main features, enhance the platter with toppers, such as red pepper jelly, pesto, or sliced peaches.

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For a party platter, appetizer, or dessert cheese plate, serve a small crowd around three to five types of cheese, and five to 10 types for a larger crowd. Calculate for approximately 30 to 40 grams of each cheese, per person.

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READING RACKS Many people enjoy a good read before counting sheep. However, books, magazines and tablets can just add disarray if left scattered around the bedroom. To combat this type of clutter, add wall-mounted magazine racks or crates to hold your reading pieces. Here's how to create a couple of holders; Paint a wooden crate. Add stripes in striking colours for a reading rack that's functional and fabulous looking. After drying, cut your crate down the middle - you now have two spots for book storage. Install simple wall-hanging brackets to the edges of the crates and attach each to the wall with drywall anchors for a sturdy and safe finish. These are also great for stowing away toys in a child's playroom or towels in the bathroom.

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cozy STAIRCASE STORAGE

The space under stairs is often overlooked as a storage spot, since it's usually closed off with drywall. What most homeowners don't realize is this tricky triangle is typically hollow, and the "wasted" space can be utilized to store your family's odds and ends. For extra functionality, transform it into a closet if you're a DIY weekend warrior. All you'll need is a couple of days and these steps: FIRST, frame the door opening for your new closet. Use a drywall saw to create the outline that fits the pre-hung door of your choice. Secure the hinged side to the frame and use wood shims (thin pieces of wood that will properly align the door) to ensure it's a secure fit within the opening.

NEXT, you'll need to create the closet walls inside.

Measure the area of the closet and cut sheets of plywood or drywall to those dimensions (depending on how "finished" you'd like the final space to look). Paint the plywood in the colour of your choice and install it by nailing it to the existing studs. Just keep in mind that drywall will require a few extra steps, like taping, mudding and sanding before it's ready to paint.

NOW, determine what size storage containers and hooks the space will allow and create shelves and cubbies. Using a nail gun, install ledger strips around the entire closet to support the shelves, making sure they're level. Secure with screws and install your painted shelves for a cozy - and contained - storage solution.

If the construction of this project seems a bit too ambitious, reach out to a trusted contractor to handle the building components. You can tackle the most fun part - painting!

Whether you have limited storage or are simply looking for ways to bring order to your home, now is the time to reorganize. With these suggestions, you'll achieve a modernized and tidy living space, in no time at all. THN Courtesy of BPC

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