Embracing energy efficiency and a modern aesthetic, this Ancaster, ON home was custom designed for its owners.
Maurice Crossfield
Maurice is a writer and editor. Be it fact or fiction, he is a storyteller.
It’s Not Dirt, It’s Soil!
Why your garden’s success hinges on the health of your soil
Pounding Tin
Ever since I was a kid, I’ve had a soft spot for metal. The possibilities fascinate me. Plunk me in front of a pile of lumber, and I’ll stare with...
Is the future of solar finally starting to brighten?
Lower equipment costs and innovative new projects are starting to make headway into the mainstream energy mix.
Ode to the Cordless Drill
The cordless drill has emerged to become one of the most versatile and valued tools you can own—no matter where you live.
Small Farms
We need to move away from mass production, and there’s zero doubt in my mind we are heading that way. Small farms are the future.
Discovering the Charms of Stratford
There’s a lot more to Stratford, Ontario, than the Stratford Festival. From its rich architecture and thriving food scene to the elegant gardens at City Hall, this little town on the Avon River has all the qualities we at Harrowsmith have come to love.
Stratford Summer Music Festival
What Harrowsmith’s former editor-in-chief is tinkering with nowadays.
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A Toast to Canadian Sparking Wines
Toasty, yeasty, bready, essence of brioche… No, we’re not waxing poetic about our holiday bread recipes. We’re talking bubbly!
New Year, New Choices
As you know, small hinges swing big doors, so even little changes to your daily routine can make a big difference when it comes to the environment.
Winter Camping in Canada
Winter can be a wonderful time to go camping! Explore Canada’s great outdoor spaces with these spectacular destinations.
What Do I Do With…
Spinach, Lemon Rinds, Mango Peels & Old Grains
Identify Animal Tracks
Wherever you find yourself in your nearby nature, you should expect to encounter wild animals, after all, it’s their home that you are venturing into.