September Mood '25
Fall is here, and with it comes a fresh wave of inspiration—think warm, inviting design, cozy DIY crafts, comforting seasonal eats and drinks, and just the right touch of spooky screen-time fun. Whether you're refreshing your space or embracing all things autumn, it's the perfect time to slow down, get creative, and welcome the season in style.
Philadelphia Loft
September calls for soaking up those last golden rays and easing into the cozy rhythm of fall. The Philadelphia Loft by Brent Buck Architects lets you do just that in style. This thoughtfully designed home blends clean, modern lines with warm, organic materials, creating a space that feels both fresh and inviting. Earthy neutrals meet rich wood tones, soft textiles, and tactile finishes, while sculptural furniture and rounded forms add a sense of flow and comfort. Natural light filters through expansive windows, highlighting the subtle interplay of texture and tone, It's a perfect harmony of late-summer brightness and autumn calm, tailored for living beautifully all year round.
Read more about this stunning loft here
Scott Sueme
Raised in Vancouver, BC, Scott Sueme explores the materiality of paint and the emotional weight of colour through precise, hard-edge abstraction. His work transforms colour into a language capturing memories, moods, and quiet rhythms of daily life. Through layered surfaced and subtle imperfections, Sueme invites us to slow down and feel the texture of time. Each composition reflects a deep sensitivity to form and palette, offering a moment of stillness and connection.
Discover how colour becomes memory in Sueme's world
Hana Karim Studio
Hana Karim creates vibrant, handmade ceramics that bring beauty and warmth to everyday life. Growing up in a family of artists in Slovenia, she fell in love with clay at a young age and has been working with it ever since. From her studio in Ljubljana, Hana designs unique, hand-built tableware inspired by colour, texture, and the natural elements of earth, water, air, and fire. Her pieces often feel like small works of art, playful in shape, rich in colour, and full of personality. Each one reflects her deep love for the craft and the joy of creating.
Explore Hana Karim's beautiful and bold handmade ceramics
Fig, Burrata, and Prosciutto Tartine
This Fig, Burrata, and Prosciutto Tartine brings together the creamy goodness of burrata, sweet and slightly jammy figs, and the irresistible saltiness of prosciutto, all perched on toasty sourdough. A swipe of fig chutney gives that gentle, seasonal sweetness, while a sprinkle of thyme (and a drizzle of rich balsamic and olive oil) adds a fragrant, fall-fresh finish. Ready in just ten minutes, but guaranteed to deliver cozy, gourmet flavour in every bite!
Get the full recipe here
This Apple Cider Margarita is an easy way to bring fall flavour into your happy hour. It blends crisp apple cider with tequila, orange liqeur, and fresh lime for a drink that's both refreshing and seasonal. A rim dipped in maple syrup and warm spices adds just the right touch of all coziness, without going overboard. It's simple to make, perfect for a chilly evening, and a nice change from the usual cider or wine.
Get the full recipe here
Beaded Coasters
As the leaves begin to turn and your morning brew feels extra cozy, here's a quick, hands-on craft to brighten your space: DIY beaded coasters. It's straightforward, with just some wire and some fun coloured beads in a few easy steps, you've created something both functional and stylish for your coffee or tea. Think warm autumn colours - amber browns, soft golds, burnt orange - to echo fall's palette. No fuss, just a simple, satisfying craft to welcome the season in a practical, personal way.
Check out this DIY here →
Get inspired with a peek inside some of Winnipeg's most beautiful private homes during the WAG Home Tour on Sunday, September 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It's a self guided tour along the Assiniboine River, perfect for a relaxed Sunday stroll filled with local design, architecture, and fall charm. A great way to support the arts and see the city from a fresh perspective!
Learn more and get tickets here →
Dead of Winter
There is nothing better than a thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat on a crisp fall evening. In Dead of Winter, hit by a blizzard, a grief-stricken loner gets lost among backroads near a Minnesotan lake and stops for help at a remote cabin in the woods. In there she discovers a young woman kidnapped by a desperate couple who are armed and intent on murder. Isolated and without any cell service, this unlikely hero realizes she is the woman's only hope of survival.
Watch the trailer here
