10 Tricks, Tips & Ideas We Loved This Month: October 2024

Forest Bound

This month, we're all about the richness of hunter green. Whether part of a fun pattern or solid and bold, this verdant hue simply screams autumn.

Organic Heritage Sweatpant, Roots, $88

Scrub-A-Dub-Dub

Give your kitchen and bathroom a sensorial upgrade with these divine hand soaps made right here in Canada.

Left to right:
For a moment of relaxation, just reach for this dreamy lavender soap that washes away impurities, leaving behind a subtle flowery scent. Made in Quebec!

LA MAISON LAVANDE Pure Lavender Gel Hand Soap, $13

Aromatherapy in a bottle, this hand and body wash's eucalyptus scent soothes the senses with every lather. Made in British Columbia!

MIFA, Eucalyptus Body + Hand Wash, $35

Made with sensitive skin in mind, this soap with notes of lime and bergamot is enriched with nourishing vitamin E. Made in Ontario!

THE BARE HOME Bergamot + Lime Hand Soap, $16

Atlantic Ghosts

Packed with stunning pen-and-ink drawings by the author herself, this collection of spine-tingling supernatural tales from Canada's East Coast is the perfect keepsake for fans of ghost stories and the Atlantic region alike. Haunted lighthouses, ghostly ships, and strange sightings are sure to get you in the Halloween spirit, making this little book a fitting October read. 
 

ATLANTIC GHOSTS: TALES FROM THE HAUNTED COAST (Nimbus Publishing) by Bee Stanton, $25

Lint be gone

Ever tried getting lint off a pair of black leggings? How about pet hair off a dark tee? Prevent these clothing mishaps at home and on the go with ultra-portable lint sheets from LintZapper. These super sticky sheets are biodegradable and come in a thin foldable pack that slips easily into your purse, suitcase or glove compartment for quick and easy touch-ups that get your garment looking good as new. (Bonus: Try one in your car’s cup holder or the bottom of your purse to pick up hard to reach crumbs and dirt!)

LintZapper Portable LINT SHEETS, $13/120 sheets

The Mother of all bags

When it comes to diaper bags, we’re often forced to choose between function and fashion. Enya Mond, a bag and backpack company based in Aurora, Ont., was born out of the mission to offer bags that moms actually want to carry. We’re swoon­ ing over the Luna, a backpack that has everything—15 (yes, 15!) pockets to hold all the essentials, including insulated pockets for bottles, plus a matching changing mat, water­-resistant lining, stroller straps and more. It’s so chic that you’ll want to use it for everything from overnight luggage to a roomy work bag. We’re obsessed!

Luna BACKPACK in Isabelline, $269

Breakfast reimagined

Start your morning off right with
a breakfast that’s as easy to make as it is delicious and satisfying to eat. We’re talking about the brand-new Protein Mug Cakes from Flourish, a Canadian company known for its high-protein pancake mixes. Step one: add water. Step two: microwave for 90 seconds. Step three: enjoy! It’s that simple to prepare these tasty cakes that deliver a whopping 23 grams of protein and 7 grams of fibre. Both flavours—Blueberry and Maple Cinnamon—taste so amazing you’ll have a hard time choosing one

Flourish Protein MUG CAKES, $4 each

Dish Duty

Since creating its very first cream separator in 1899, Miele has spent the last 125 years creating innovative and high-quality appliances to make running your home simple and efficient. To celebrate this milestone, Miele is introducing a range of special anniversary products, including a powerful canister vacuum and sleek coffee machine. We’re especially loving the newly redesigned dishwasher, which comes complete with EcoPower Technology to save water and energy and a super effective quick-cleaning program to tackle dishes in less than an hour.

Save/Splurge: Mascara

Take your lashes to new lengths, whatever your budget!

Splurge: Beeswax helps coat every lash for clump-free volume and definition.

GUERLAIN Mad Eyes Mascara, $50

ESSENCE Call Me Queen Dramatic False Lash Effect Mascara, $6

Evening Routine

Many of us enjoy winding down before bed on the couch with a good book or TV show, and research published in the journal BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine suggests that a super simple addition to that routine can help secure a better night’s sleep. Researchers found that repeated bursts of light activity, like getting up every half hour for two to three minutes of body­ weight exercises, resulted in an extra 30 minutes of sleep at night. Conveniently, this light movement doesn’t have to interrupt your plans—try some calf raises while finishing up a juicy chapter or chair squats while taking in the latest episode.

Dynamic Duo

Preparing Thanksgiving dinner can feel like a juggling act—each dish calls for a different temperature setting, plus there’s not a ton of extra room in the oven while the turkey is cooking! Before you pull out your stack of takeout menus, try this countertop appliance that’s like having two mini ovens in one. The Smartsynx Dual Door Oven from appliance brand PowerXL is the ultimate multitasker that air fries, bakes, broils and more in two totally separate ovens. Whip up your greens and potatoes with no flavour crossover (or heat up a frozen pizza while baking chocolate chip cookies—no judgement here!).

PowerXL Smartsynx Dual Door OVEN, $260