Meet Kat Mersky. Kat’s a burgeoning social media star and web designer who spends part of each year in a quaint Victorian cottage on an island on Lake Rosseau. We first spotted Kat on Instagram, where her sunny posts strike a lovely balance between old Muskoka and new. We loved the look so much we ...
“Being free to be myself.” That’s how Pat Whittle describes her art practice. Based in Muskoka, Pat’s creative spirit is clearly represented in an eclectic body work, from acrylics and oils, to encaustics, stained glass, and alcohol inks. The artist pours her heart and soul into exploration of colour and movement, pattern and feelings—every project ...
Paint your own paddle by following these six easy steps—created for MuskokaStyle by artist and author Wendie Donabie. Wooden paddle – unfinished or varnished Acrylic paint and foam applicator or brushes Painter’s tape 150 or 180 with grit Sandpaper or a palm sander Spray on clear varnish Sand the varnish off the portion of the ...
We’re playing DJ with the sounds of Summer 2020: Smooth and easy, breezy songs that ride the waves and sift through the maples as you sit on the dock or watch the flames snap in the campfire. Check back often, this playlist may be small now but it’s growing. If you have a request, speak ...
Fashion is fleeting but style is long-lasting. Aside from the world of haute couture, nowhere is this clearer than in the automotive world. The flavour of the day can make a splash, but the icons of style endure. One aspect of automotive design that is having its moment is the black roof. Once only the purview ...
Women who golf know fashion and function go together like ice cream and a waffle cone. One is good, both are better. Karen Weisz and Rachel Kent know it, too. In 2017 they joined dynamic forces to create Open Court, a boutique in Port Carling specializing in golf, tennis, and activewear. Zoom forward three years ...
As the JW Marriott near Rosseau is the first resort in Muskoka to re-open after lockdown, we asked ourselves: What does a hotel look like as COVID restrictions open up? Answer: mobile keys, touchless front desks, sanitized canoes, and plenty of space between Muskoka chairs, of course. “We are so excited to be able to ...
The Gimlet is an old, traditional drink. It can be said that it has enjoyed somewhat of a renaissance recently. Just ask local bartenders! It was once the choice of British sailors in the 19th century. The original cocktail was easier on the mixers, simply one part gin and one part Rose’s Lime Juice Cordial. ...
Nothing is more rewarding to Pat Hillcoat than painting on location — en plein air. “Being outside puts you closer to the subject,” the Muskoka artist says. The result? “A painting with a more realistic feeling.” For the past 15 years Hillcoat has made Muskoka her home. A career in technology led her away from ...
First Grave on the Right by American author Darynda Jones is a fiery mix of sass, supernatural, and spicy romance. This adult novel has all the right ingredients for a light and easy read for the summer months that promises to be a wild ride right from page one. In Jones’ novel, the Grim Reaper ...
