Archive | December, 2008

Blogging Ottawa: Seasons Greetings!

24. December 2008

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Its been awhile since my last roundup of Ottawa blogger news, but now seems as good a time as any.  Here are the latest and greatest updates for this holiday season… The experts at Westboro’s “premiere treat boutique” The Candy Store have been providing readers of their blog a real education in the world of fancy [...]

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GirlaboutOtown on Ottawafocus.com

19. December 2008

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Imagine my delight when the lovely Ren Tomovcik, Arts Editor of Ottawa’s coolest online events guide Ottawafocus.com, contacted me about a possible collaboration!          This get up and go girl has been on the job for just over a month, and has already kicked this comprehensive online City Guide into full gear, adding considerable value to the site [...]

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girlaboutOtown Snowed Under…

18. December 2008

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With traffic, weather, homework,  potlucks, parties, and last minute shopping, I’m a bit short on time.  Sorry for so few posts. Back soon… Image credit: The Ottawa Citizen, Mike Carroccetto

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A Gift of Christmas to Ottawa

11. December 2008

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No doubt, you have been invited to a whole host different holiday celebrations over the next few weeks.  There will be the open houses, the office parties and the family gatherings, each with their own set of protocols and accompanying dress codes. I am fortunate to have friends that do things a bit differently.  Each year, [...]

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Design School – Furniture in Ancient Greece

10. December 2008

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Back to design school, and a little bit more of what I’ve been learning… Apparently, the construction of Greek furniture pieces was heavily influenced by the work of the Egyptians in materials and technique, although in style, ornamentation and motif, these pieces were quite distinct.  Oak, cedar, olive and boxwood as well as imported species such [...]

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Breakfast and a Bargain – The Christmas Edition

8. December 2008

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Yesterday, it was time finally to get into the spirit of the holiday season and to track down the perfect Christmas tree.   I have always found the natural pine scent and the twinkling soft lights of a Christmas tree to be both calming and uplifting, and so as overwhelming as the busy month of December [...]

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