We are Hiring

Are you interested in working in a creative and fun environment?  Be part of a growing brand?  We may have a position for you at Grapevine Designs.

Designer:  I am looking for a talented, organized and motivated designer.  Must have a good eye for design, but formal training is not a must.  Hours are flexible.  You will need to be able to work well independently, stay motivated and meet deadlines.  You will be given projects to work on your own and also as a team.

Assistant:  I am looking for a part time administrative/personal assistant.  This position offers flexible hours, the ability to work some hours from home and some in the office.  Also running errands.  While a good eye for design is not a must, it could be helpful.  Organizational skills and seeing a task through to completion are necessary.  Some of your responsibilities will be managing the office, dealing with receipts, payment of bills, following work order through to installation and phone calls.  Possibly some shopping too.

Email me at lisa@grapevinedesigns.ca.  Send your resume and tell me about yourself.  Let me know about your skills or interests.  Also let me know if you have any questions.  I will definitely get back to you.

Its no secret that Keats Island is my happy place.  I thought I would share some of our favourite spots a mile across the water in Gibsons.  Gibsons is fast becoming a popular summer destination.  You may remember Gibsons as the setting for the TV show Beachcombers.  Molly’s Reach is a permanent fixture at the entrance to the dock.  

Date night is always at Smitty’s.  A trendy oyster bar on the boardwalk in Gibsons.  You’ll always find their patio table plum full of people enjoying the yummy fare and salt air.

Often the kids will join us for dessert at Mike’s Place.  Not the fanciest place in town, but with arguably the world’s best Gelato. 

And for a take out lunch, you have to try the Smoke on the Water at the end of the pier.

Tuna wrap...  my mouth is watering

Deep fried oreos.  Yes, they are delicious!

A few really cute shops have popped up in recent years.  One of them being Swish.  I think they cater to a mature woman with really good taste.  Their inventory and merchandising are amazing.  They even have free parking!  Husband parking! 

I was most impressed with their selection of sunglasses!  Hmmm...  Which one do I choose?

Whimsy is another adorable shop that I never miss paying a visit to.

The new store in town is Flourish Boutique.  And I love it!

You’ll find some antique shopping around town too!

And Gibsons Public Art Gallery!  

Right now they have a lovely exhibition called White Noise by Jill Pilon

We are very excited about the new development that is starting to be built.  A hotel, residences and a massive wellness center!  YES!  Plus 3 new restaurants.  

Next time you are looking for a summer vacay... consider Gibsons.

Nutella Meringues

During the summer I spend a number of dreamy days at our family cottage.  There are no stores here so we plan out every meal and bring up the groceries.  Meal planning... what a novel idea!!  I bring up the supplies for many of the recipes Ive been pinning during the year.  This is one that I have to share.  This is actually how the meringues turned out!  These pictures are not modified to make you feel like a failure when yours are not nearly as pretty.  If I can do it, you too can do it!

I found this recipe on sweetestmenu.  The only adjustment I made was to warm the Nutella for 20 seconds in the microwave to soften it.

And there you have it folks!  If you love meringues and you love Nutella... well, who doesn't love Nutella....  You must make these meringues.  You can find the recipe here.