Used with Permission from Mothering.com Before chemicals ran the world, our grandparents cleaned a variety of items with simple, yet effective methods. Check out these six non-toxic, safe and effective cleaning tips. Our grandparents were resourceful, and stuck to methods that worked. Where many households today use consumable cleaning aids such as paper towels and bleach wipes, our grandparents used lint-free tea towels and a bit more elbow grease. Check out some of these natural cleaning tips: White Vinegar A mixture of water, white vinegar, and rubbing alcohol creates a streak-free cleaner to cut through the grime, leaving windows sparkling. In a clean...
Read MoreThere’s nothing like starting out a new year on the right foot. The holidays are over and you’re all spent… on festive celebrations and money. Now’s the perfect time to get your home in shape and lose some weight by getting rid of stuff you don’t need and have probably forgot about. We’re talking about organizing storage spaces that miss your regular or spring cleaning duties. There are places in the home where we throw items that don’t have a place. In a drawer, on the table, in a bowl. These storage spaces are a treasure trove of things long forgotten and can be used, donated or thrown away. Make a plan to get to these popular storage spaces and get rid...
Read MoreIt’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas! It’s hard to believe that time flies by so fast and the holidays are once again almost upon us. The happy elves at Elegant Changes are going to be enjoying some Yuletide merriment, which means we’ll soon be shutting our doors for the remainder of 2014. Our last day in the showroom is Saturday, December 21, and we’ll be opening them again on Tuesday, January 6, 2015. But before we go, we just wanted to let you know about our January White Sale. For the month of January, all of our linens are on sale. This is a great time to save on custom drapes, slipcovers and custom bedding made out of linen....
Read MoreDuring the holiday season, we’re reflect on what a wonderful year we’ve had – 2014 has brought in lots of new customers, thanks to referrals, as well as seeing faithful clients we’ve had the pleasure of serving for years. Old faces and new ones, we love to make homes look their best, all while keeping them comfortable, practical and stylish. And over our many, many years in business, we’ve made so many good friends. It’s rare for a business to be able to say that their clients are also their friends – and for that, we are truly blessed. Last week, a customer came in to see us. After thanking them for using our services, they looked...
Read MoreWe love to hear from our clients. Whether it’s a comment about what they’d like us to offer to an issue they may be having with their décor to how pleased they are with their recent purchases, we need to hear all about. That way, we can better serve you and give you exactly what you want. Recently, we got a kind “Thank You” note from our client Kelly Carr from The Powder Room, a Mississauga business that specializes in the art of facial rejuvenation. Here’s what she had to say: Ladies, Just wanted to say Thank You! The slipcovers are absolutely beautiful! Your workmanship is beyond perfect! I must say… my sofa and chair look better then when I first bought...
Read MoreWe here at Elegant Changes love our customers. This past week, we had an influx of repeat clients walk through our doors, asking for our services. We love these loyal and dedicated folks. They’ve been with us for the long haul – since we left our old location at Highway 10 and Lakeshore. Can you believe we’ve been in our new location for four years now? Time flies! We have so many repeat customers. We like to think it’s because they think we’re super awesome. Elegant Changes works hard to keep your trust and to keep you beyond happy. We make sure everything that leaves our store and workroom meets our strict quality standards, so it will last for many years to...
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