In Flanders Field, the Poppies Grow…
One of the most emotional and poignant experiences of our trip to Belgium this June was a guided tour of the town of Ypres, Menin Gate, the Passchendaele Museum and […]
Author Archives: Johanne Yakula
Antique Sale in the Highlands Oct. 27th
Our home, aka the “Bell Residence” in the Highlands of Edmonton, has been sold. Now comes the not-so-much-fun part – moving. I have been collecting antiques for many years. Although […]
1912 Heritage Home for Sale in the Highlands, Edmonton
The Bell Residence, as it is known in historic circles, is for sale. The 1912 house, located in the Highlands community (voted one of the top five communities to live […]
Art Nouveau Style Very Unique
Some styles of decor are so out there that they become associated with only a small segment of society and fizz out of favour quickly. Art Nouveau is such a […]
Beautiful Bruges in Belgium
Bruges (spelt many different ways) in Belgium is probably one of the most photogenic places you’ll ever go to on your travels. It used to be a well-kept secret- but […]
The Van Loon Museum a Must – See in Amsterdam
I love house museums. Where else can I indulge in my passion for antiques, art and period interior design all at once? House museums are like a snapshot in time […]
The Spirit of Amsterdam
There are things every city is known for, and after my recent return from Europe I thought I’d share those that stood out for me when I think of Amsterdam. […]
Bizarre Antique #2
In April I attended the Wild Rose Antique Show that is held annually at Northlands in the city. Given that I have been teaching a course on the history of […]
What’s in a Mark?
“A wine label is worth 100 years of experience.” Have you ever heard that saying before? This saying refers to the amount of information that can be gleaned from a […]
My Schedule of Events for Spring 2018
It’s Spring! Well, sort of. In any case it’s time to start thinking of this year’s projects, whether that means doing some work around your heritage home or beginning the […]
