Slow fashion, sewing, & sustainability
When you’re working upwards of 8 hours a day, it’s so important to be in a space that invigorates and energizes you, while also providing some inspiration. I have two main workspaces: I work at my job in an office during the day, and at home, my makeup vanity doubles as my desk for when I
Decluttering your closet can be a daunting task – trust me, I know. It can be hard to let go of the things that we invested so much money in (like that leather jacket you never wear anymore), that hold sentimental value (the purse your friend gifted to you years ago), or that you might need for some
It’s amazing what we have for free at our fingertips with technology these days. From video and music streaming to chatting with friends halfway around the world, sometimes I can’t even believe all the things we’re able to do. One of my favourite and arguably one of the most life-changing freebies is the huge supply of
One of the best things about living in Vancouver is that you can drive for an hour out of the city and find yourself in beautiful nature. This past weekend, my boyfriend Jason and I escaped the hustle and bustle for a relaxing getaway on Mayne Island. One of BC’s Southern Gulf Islands, Mayne is
Hi there! Today I’d like to share my favourite green juice recipe. This is a go-to tonic of mine for when I feel like I need energy or to detoxify my body. It makes me feel like I’m glowing from the inside out! The two core ingredients, cucumber and celery, have so many amazing nutritional
Because who doesn’t want a vacation in a glass? This healthy homemade pina colada recipe only requires a few ingredients, has much less sugar than pre-made mixes from the store, and tastes like a dream. I like to use Havana Club white rum, but any other type of white or gold rum will work just
Well, here I go with my first post! I wanted to kick things off with an introduction and explain who I am, where I’m coming from and why I decided to start a blog about simple living. First things first – my name is Emily and I’m a 27-year-old living in beautiful Vancouver, BC. I’ve