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A freelance writer and photographer, Stefanie Gabrych Fraser is a regular contributor to the Canwest media network and her articles are carried Canada-wide. She also writes for Harris Publications (Country Almanac, Country Decorating, and Country Victorian) in New York and regular feature articles for both CanWest and Harris publications. Stefanie has appeared on CTV, Channel A, CBC as well as having a regular spot on local cable TV.
Stefanie has written several hundred articles on recycling, reusing, repurposing, upcycling and reinventing common household waste. In addition, Stefanie writes about buying and collecting antiques, decorating with flea market and garage sale finds, and articles on crafts for kids and adults, home organization, and seasonal decorations.
She is passionate about the environment and is constantly looking for new ways to upcycle, recycle, reuse, and repurpose ordinary stuff in new and inventive ways. Her articles are intended for anyone who gets a kick out of finding bargains, who finds it hard to toss things out just because they’re no longer fashionable, and who sees potential in the most unlikely stuff. Whether it’s a stack of old magazines, a pile of cardboard boxes, glass jars, plastic bags, or scraps of fabric – anyone can create something wonderful without spending a dime.
Everyone today is busy and want short, simple, and thrifty ideas for themselves and their families. Stefanie's mission is to take complicated processes and turn them into easy, time- and money- savings steps. The ideas and projects she presents are for anyone who wants to start a new hobby, brighten up their homes, make a bit of extra cash for themselves or their kids, start a part-time or full-time home-based business, or support a favorite charity or cause.