Vanessa Sicotte weaves her family’s life into their home decor | Washi Tape Canada

Is there anything cuter than a small child with a backpack? Probably not. Does a toddler actually need one? Also no, and that’s why this gift is the perfect indulgence. Handcrafted in Holland from premium leather, the backpacks offer the tough choice between a floppy-eared dog, a serious bear or a naive bunny. Donsje kids backpacks, $119, RH, www.rhbabyandchild.com

“These shorts are totally for Babs,” says Wilde of her business partner and best friend. “I don’t have the balls to wear them, but she can pull them off. Girlfriend Collective is all about quality, humane manufacturing, meticulous design, and sustainable materials.”

in a pale pink top, bubblegum pink skirt and velvet and satin Alexandre Birman pumps and a Hearts on Fire ring at an Elle event in L.A.

Festooned from every corner of the dining room were candy canes dangled tastefully from the well-appointed bar, and archways and doorways adorned with evergreen boughs and crimped satin ribbon — all amid the glistening of thousands of white lights and flickering candles. 

Getting in the fall spirit with my Fallidays window! #pumpkineverything #fallidays #falllover #holidayjunkie

We love washi tape: It makes these cute lighters oh-so-easy to decorate. For the uninitiated, washi tape refers to decorative tape made from natural fibers. The material has its roots in Japan, but has captured the hearts and minds of crafters the world over.

I called Maxine that Tuesday night and told her that Santa Claus came by my house and brought them a surprise. When I got to their home, they both were like little children, all excited. I helped them move some of their furniture in their living room for that two-foot Christmas tree. This brought so much joy to them, and it sure brought joy to me. Maxine even said that she was going to put her candles in the windows.

Thank you @tequilamandala! This was so exciting to open and even more fun to taste! It’s truly the best Tequila I have ever had!

Mother-daughter moment: Fans of the brunette beauty loved the perfectly captured photo including one who said, ‘Dirty dancing moment’

For a lovely aperitif, try a mandarin cocktail using the spirit of the moment, gin. But forget the expensive, flavoured stuff. Take a classic gin, such as Tanqueray, and add cloves to the bottle for at least 24 hours to infuse with a lovely festive flavour.

My sister, having been surprised earlier in the week by her husband, kept the secret that I know she was bursting to tell, so her sister and brother-in-law and our 91-year-old mother could be as surprised.

•Silverstone rose •Tibet rose •White Majolica spray rose •Viburnum (blue berries) •Rosemary •Silver ragwort (dusty miller) •Pearl bluebush​​ •Feather leaf acacia •Seeded eucalyptus  •Pampas Grass •Preserved fern •Silver dollar eucalyptus •Thistle