At Two Small Men, we’re all about community engagement. We love to stay engaged with the communities where we live and operate, and we feel it’s our duty to give back and uplift those communities that have supported our Canadian moving company for over 30 years. That’s why we’re introducing… Read More
Have you decided to move this winter? Some may call it a bold decision - unpredictable weather, uncleared roads, and slippery driveways are just a few of the concerns that we can name when it comes to winter moving. At Two Small Men, however, we call moving in the winter a smart choice! Read More
At Two Small Men, we get a lot of inquiries from customers asking if we can help with tasks that fall outside the realm of traditionally moving house. They want to know if they can hire our crews to unload a truck full of stuff they technically “moved” themselves, or if we can help with packing and unpacking, furniture assembly, or even moving furniture within their home. Read More
Choosing a moving company can be stressful – there are a lot of movers to choose from, and you want to make sure you put your trust in the right company. Because most of us don’t move that often, knowing what to look for from your moving service can be… Read More
There are two things about moving that will always be true: moving is stressful, and moving is expensive. Whether you pay for your move by hiring a professional moving company or by using hours upon hours of your own time and labour, moving is no small feat for any family. Read More
Are you thinking about using a moving company to load belongings from your home to a rented moving container? If professional movers fit in your budget, we recommend that you do. There’s limited space in a storage pod, and unlike moving from home to home, you can’t rely on multiple… Read More
Do you have leftover boxes from your last move? Or have you collected a few boxes from the online shopping you’ve been doing while staying safely at home? Before throwing them in the recycling bin, give them new life with these awesome, budget friendly Halloween Costumes. These are great for kids, adults, families, and group costumes! Washing Machine: You’ve probably been visiting your laundry machine more often these days, so why not honour it properly? You can go as extravagant or as simple as you like. Grab a box, a round, plastic lid, tape them together with duct tape or tin foil, and you’ll have a laundry machine. You can stop there or add extra details such as a few old clothes, an empty laundry soap container, or a fabric softener box. Pinterest Laundry Detergent: Group costume alert! Transform into laundry detergent alongside your partner in crime, the washing machine. This is a fun DIY that will get all your friends laughing and talking. For this project, you will need a box, some paint, and white tissue paper, for the soapy effect. Buzzfeed Crayon BoxThis one is a bright and colourful DIY for all the artsy folks out there. Buy a few party hats to create the tip of the markers, and paint your way to a crayon box! Costume-Works.com Popcorn Have you been missing the concession stand at the movie theatre? Pay homage to this classic movie theater snack. You will need a box, white paint, red tape, and yellow tissue paper. You can also use one can of insulating foam sealants if you want a robust popcorn shape, and then paint it yellow. From Costume Works Bookworm Turn the box that carried your books to your new home into a bookworm costume –it only seems fitting. Better yet, this costume is easy to take off for emergency bathroom breaks! You’ll need a box, construction paper, and a few accessories to accessorize the worm. Pinterest Tetris This puzzle is the easiest way to repurpose most of your boxes, since it requires a lot of boxes to create the Tetris shapes. You no longer have to “Tetris” them into your closet (pun intended). Supplies needed: boxes, paint and black tap should get the work done. Backpack with Brock Kleenex This is an often underrated household necessity! It’s always by your side during a good movie, there for the happy and sad times, and of course, when you’re feeling a bit under the weather. Supplies: Box, wrapping paper (the funkier the better) and white tissue paper. M.O.B. Truths Card Rock this as a solo costume or make it poker theme with a royal flush - or any random suits. Paint your box white, and print the decals (or draw them), simple as that! Today's Parent Juice Box Refreshing, customizable, adorable and awesome – need we say more? You will need: a box, wrapping paper, a printer to print out your decals, and a plumbing tube for the straw (can be found at the hardware store). Homemade Costumes Lego Last but not least, a fun group costume idea! You can use the whole box, or just the two sides (like the photo), and glue plastic cups (or bowls) on it. Give it a coat of paint, and you have a life size Lego piece. CRAFT Inspired by one of these fun designs for your Halloween costume? Tag @twosmallmencanada on Instagram to show us your costume if you do! Read More
Moving day is on the horizon, and with help from our Moving Checklist, you’re feeling confident in your preparations. Your belongings have been neatly packed, labelled, and moved as close to the entrance of your home as possible, you’ve deep cleaned every room, and you’ve booked your professional moving company. Read More
Are you moving to Kelowna this year? This beautiful city in the Okanagan Valley of British Columbia is becoming an increasingly popular place to be, judging by its growth rate – it's reported that between 2011-2016 the population grew by 10 000. Kelowna is known for its breathtaking vineyards, beautiful weather, stunning views, and booming tourism industry. Read More
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It goes without saying that 2020 has been a year of massive change for all of us. For many people, one major change has included transitioning from working in an office to working from home. And now, months later, your employer may be looking at heading back to the… Read More
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