Glamping: how to nail it this summer!
My mother used to say, there’s no problem with camping that a hotel room won’t fix. Camping isn’t for everyone, but if you’re curious about the outdoors and looking to ease yourself into being more outdoorsy, we’ve got some suggestions for places to go and gear that can help make the forest feel more like home.
How to Stream Series: Part 2 – Google Chromecast TV
Streaming is growing in popularity, but it may be tough to know which device is right for you. So I am going to show you how each one works.
How to wash clothes properly and keep them looking new
There’s nothing worse than falling in love with a new item of clothing only to have it fade, stretch, or pill after a few washes. To avoid this, here are some tips and tricks for washing your clothes so they stay looking new for as long as possible.
How to get the best PC gaming experience: choosing headphones and...
A digital world full of astounding and amazing sounds and you’re missing most of them. Time to throw the old tin can speakers out and upgrade to a sound solution worthy of your gaming rig. Ask the right questions and you’ll find the answers that will lead you to the perfect piece of audio gear.
How to protect your data using PC backup software
If your PC crashed tomorrow, would you easily be able to recover the data and restore it exactly to its pre-crash condition? What about if its hard drive died, or the computer was stolen. What if you were locked out using ransomware? In this post I’ll explain the importance of data backup and show you different options for protecting your data using PC backup software.
Game day watch party? Here’s how to set up your TV...
Discover the best TV settings for watching football, hockey, and more. Learn how to make every live game look crisp and clear.
Tips for setting up the perfect dorm room
It's almost time to head back to school, so let me give you tips for setting up the perfect dorm room.
Celebrate Octoberfest with homemade Bavarian Pretzels on Shelly’s Friday Favourites
While going through the old letters researching my ancestry, I also came across old recipes. There’s nothing like food to trigger memories of growing up, and when I look back I remember different German dishes on my Grandma’s kitchen table. Because it’s Octoberfest, I’ve been creating authentic German weiner schnitzel, frying pans full of cabbage, and big, puffy Bavarian pretzels. If that sounds delicious, it is, so today I thought I’d share a ‘how to’ make Bavarian pretzels on Shelly’s Friday Favourites.
How to get more from your appliances in the fall
As September nears we transition into fall mode. Today I'm talking about how we can get the most out of our appliances this fall.
5 tips to help you prepare for tax season
Everyone’s favourite time of year is fast approaching. That’s right, it’s almost tax time! YAY, soon we’ll be up to our elbows in receipts and tax forms! Ok, who am I kidding, nobody likes tax time (except for the government). But, just as that old saying warns, taxes are as inescapable as that other nasty thing. I suppose all one can ever really do then is take the necessary steps to make the process as painless as possible. Depending on your circumstances, this may well involve a whole lot more than 5 specific steps, but, all the same, today I share a list of 5 key tips (with explanations) that everyone should consider (AND DO) as tax time approaches. So click through and read on to check out the list.