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Up Your Fire Side Game This Summer

5/10/2021

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steel slotted fireball
Do you ever smell the first smoke of the season and remember how much you missed having bonfires? We don’t blame you — with their crackling flames, soothing warmth, aesthetically pleasing glows, and excuses to burn your raggedy furniture. What’s especially nice is that you don’t need to make every occasion the same ol’ fire. Refer to these pointers to be one of the best hosts in the neighborhood.

Why Bonfires are the Ideal Social Activity

There is an abundance of reasons why a bonfire is the optimal gathering right now. In the process of vaccinations, this is a doable social event, as it is outdoors, and chairs can easily be spaced out. Besides, your fire pit doesn’t have business hours like the other places you might consider hanging out at. Unless you opt for costly cuisine and entertainment, bonfires are quite inexpensive, as well. Who doesn’t love the classic hot dogs and pop aesthetic? Additionally, fires are such an accessible way to have quality family time.

Pick Your Vessel

It’s important for everyone’s safety, that you have a safe way to contain the fire, while still allowing it to breathe to keep it alive. An obvious choice is a firepit. We offer a variety to choose from, from our portable Slip-N-Go, to our customizable Panel and Rolled Firepits. If you want to raise the warmth and up your fire night game, our unique Fireballs are just the thing!

Slip-N-Go

portable steel firepit
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Custom Panel

design your own firepit with custom panels
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Custom Rolled

rolled steel fire pit customized to your design
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Fireball

steel fire ball to up your firepit game
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Building A Strong Fire

Since campfires are so optimal for the upcoming summer season, it’s more than a bonus to know how to start one. Here are the steps we recommend for creating a long-lasting flame:
  1. Pick a firestarter, such as waterproof matches, lighters, fire starter kits, wax, lint, or egg cartons. Also, note that dry wood will light more easily, and hatchets are effective at trimming wood.
  2. Cut your kindling and store enough wood by the fire to keep the night going. Make it easy with our firepit accessories, the wood splitter and wood holder are the perfect tools to have pit side.
  3. Decide on one of these fire structures:
    1. Teepee: The name kind of says it all. Just put your smallest sticks in the middle in a teepee formation, then place your largest sticks on the outside. Easy.
    2. Log Cabin: To build this, place your tinder in the center. Make a tic-tac-toe formation by crossing over wood.
    3. Lean-to: First, place your tinder on the ground against something, such as a log or rock. Next, slant your kindling over the tinder. That’s all it takes.

Teepee

teepee style fire

Log Cabin

log cabin fire building structure

Lean-to

ways to build a fire - the lean-to
    4. Time to light up. Light the tinder and fire starter from the bottom, so the flame will travel
        upward.
    5. When the festivities are over, you can break up the embers and douse the pit with water,
       or bury the embers a couple inches in the ground. Soak that in water as well to create mud.
​       You could also always just let the fire out, but never leave it unattended.

Kindling & Wood Cutter

steel kindling cutter
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Wood Holder

custom steel wood holder for fire pit
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Checklist for a Fire Get-Together

It’s super easy to upgrade your bonfires. Feel free to snag these ideas:
  • Make sure you’re prepared. Have a trash can ready, so nobody has to go throw their food away inside. Take stock of your firewood.
  • Everyone knows that mosquitoes will be the biggest party poopers. Do you have your repellant ready? You could also set out torches, candles, or herbs to keep them away.
  • Create a build-your-own food bar, so people can get up and eat when they feel like it. Awkward lines and passing dishes around the circle are outdated.
  • Dangling lights are in. You could hang up string lights along with lanterns and torches for an elegant feel.
  • For a soundtrack that pleases everyone, ask your guests for song requests beforehand, then compile a big playlist.
  • Spice up your smores! There is a lot of freedom in doing so. You could buy colorful marshmallows, or switch out your chocolate. Have you tried using peanut butter cups? You could even take chocolate graham crackers and put strawberries in your sandwich. Take out the graham crackers, and you can use Oreos or chocolate chip cookies. The world is your oyster.

Consider this your guide to having your loved ones asking when they can come back to your firepit. It’s been a hectic time for the world, and chances are, you need to have some fun. May this be the summer of memorable fires.
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Spring Sale!

4/29/2021

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See below our Spring Sale e-flyer. From patio furniture, dragonflies, to gnomes... we've got your covered with this specially curated sale. If you would like to be updated on our sales and decorating trends, sign up for our monthly communications below.
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From patio furniture, dragonflies, to gnomes... we've got your covered with this specially curated sale.
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Happy Spring! It's time to leave the enclosure of those house walls and get outside and enjoy the fresh air! Spruce up your garden and patio for hours of fun to come.

From patio furniture, dragonflies, to gnomes... we've got you covered with this specially curated sale. Hurry and snatch up your favorites, supplies are limited!
SHOP THE SALE
Turtles
Support The Local Community
After such a challenging year, and more yet to come, these turtles represent the resilience in all of us to work together and thrive. $5 from every sale of these turtles will go to support a local food bank.

Let these turtles crawl into your life to stay as a reminder of what they symbolize - fertility, vitality, and great patience. With a substantial enough weight to be not just a paperweight but a statement piece or work of art. In Skillet Grey and Spindle Bronze.
CA$78.00 CA$60.00 On Sale
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Gnome Stakes
No one knows where a rascally gnome will appear or what he will be doing. Add these whimsical creatures to your garden and watch out for mischievous fun! Carbon Black Gnome Stakes come in these designs:
  • Braided Hair - 11"W x24"H (Incl. 6" stake)
  • Glasses - 8.75"Wx24"H (Incl. 6" stake)
  • Split Beard - 6.5"W x 24"H (Incl. 6" stake)
  • Full Beard - 7.25"W x 24"H (Incl. 6" stake)
CA$50.00 - CA$65.00 On Sale
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Dragonflies
Dragonflies can appear anywhere, in your home, on a fence, in a garden, Wherever you want to be reminded of the dragonfly's beauty and representation of transformation and renewal. In Skillet Grey or Spindle Bronze with or without mountable legs.
CA$70.00 - CA$85.00 On Sale
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Stone Table
Perfect for your outdoor relaxation spaces or bringing that nature feel inside. The white stone pattern table or stool can be used in many ways, add a cushion and it can be an extra seat. In White Texture or Spindle Bronze.
CA$298.00 CA$249.00 On Sale
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And More!
SHOP THE SALE
If you have an idea for your own Spring decor design, please reach out to us to discuss your custom-made steel piece of art!
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STEELSTUFF
Bay 2 9216 44th St. SE
Calgary AB, T2X 3G6
403-968-5252
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Calgary Area Full-Service Features and Options

4/1/2021

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Calgary are steel design and decor services and installation
We are pleased to offer the surrounding Calgary area our full-service options, including initial project design, fabrication coating, delivery, and installation services. We can assist in coordinating with other tradespeople you may require to finalize your SteelStuff project. 

​With over 60 years combined in the steel industry, the SteelStuff team can assist from field measurements for custom screens, arbors, fences, or; other specialty pieces.

Our local services for any steel project include:
  • Powder Coating
  • Custom CAD Drawing in house
  • Availability to engineer drawings
  • Qualified installation service
  • Qualified tradespeople include:
    1. Red Seal Welders
    2. Ironworkers
    3. Shop Fabricators
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Valentine's Day Gifts OR To Say I Love You Forever, Whenever

2/9/2021

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steel Valentine's Day gift ideas
Looking for that special last-minute gift? Something the represents a lasting love? That may even be worth waiting for!?

We have created these beautiful steel decor pieces for the love of your life! Current supplies are limited, new creations can be turned around fast but do take time for shipping so contact us to order now! If we are out, no problem, true love is patient and worth it! And who says Valentine's Day has to be the only day we express our love? Our family at SteelStuff is celebrating love the whole month of February, and our hope for you is that you can celebrate it every day of the year too!

With that being said, we would be thrilled to see how you are "loving" your SteelStuff creations, especially if they were given to you as a gift, with a tag on social media (Facebook - @steelstuff / Instagram @steelstuff.ca) or an email. We'll be highlighting them and our favorite family gifts all month.

​As you can see we have applied different colours and effects to our steel heart, dragonfly, and mini turtle designs. As with everything at SteelStuff, these little gems are customizable. Our favourite choices are white powder coating, white texture, and spindle bronze powder coating... or you can go with the raw steel look with a clear coat too!​
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love decor for Valentine's Day or to show you care
dragonfly decor
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Meditating Your Way Through The New Year: What To Include In Your Mindful Zone At Home

1/25/2021

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Chances are, you’re looking for a better year than 2020. Fortunately, the power to progress is within you. It is you that can take a step forward toward renewal through meditation. In order to do so the most effectively, you may want to choose from our symbolic decorations to improve your meditation space.

Is Meditation Really Beneficial?

Yes, critical even! Besides the fact that most of the world’s religions encourage it, whether it be to meditate on things inward or outward, committing to the practice is an excellent resolution. There are many health benefits that you will naturally gain. Those of you seeking relief for addiction, anxiety, depression, insomnia, or spiritual growth will experience tremendous results. While improving your mindful skills, through breath your focus will heighten, you will notice a more vivid memory, and your thinking will become clearer. During the practice, find the liberty to release suppressed emotions. On top of this abundance of accomplishments, physical benefits include a reduction of blood pressure as well as stress-related injuries later in life.
dragonfly decor for mindfulness
butterfly for mindful space
hummingbird for mindful space decor
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Outdoor Design Trends For Your Winter Patio

12/23/2020

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During the holidays and winter months, spending time with friends and family is unfortunately limited due to COVID. What you CAN do is create a warm and inviting outdoor space to catch up with your loved ones where small gatherings are allowed. In fact, this year, Canadians have been spending their vacation money on their homes and wellness instead of trips. Here is what other homeowners have been doing to improve their patio's aesthetic and keep them at a comfortable temperature.
winter outdoor trend - fur on chairs with firepit
fireball warmth and glow
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Trends That Keep You Warm

These cold-weather fads are functional for more than decorating; they will leave you feeling toasty. According to CTV report, outdoor heater searches have been up in Canada by 180% recently. Other popular 2020 choices are plug-in mats for the patio floor, fuzzy pelts to put over snowy seats, as well as fire pits. If you want to bring the fire warmth up a notch and literally up off the ground for extra warmth and a stunning light show, fireballs are where it’s at. Storing firewood in a custom holder by the door is not only convenient but achieves the cozy appearance homeowners have been going for.

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