When it comes time to have guests over and just enjoy your backyard, a little privacy is always appreciated. No one wants the neighbors peering over to see what’s cooking or to get upset that they weren’t invited! Here are some fun and creative fence ideas that you can make all by yourself! Wrought Iron […]
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10 Spring Garden Chores to Prep Your Yard
As the cold, dark days of winter begin to fade behind us, the excitement and joy of spring can get us leaping outside before the yard is ready for full-on maintenance. With these ten simple ideas, you can start checking things off your to-do-list and getting ready for spring! Fix Dry Stacked Stone Walls […]
How to Kill Pesky Moles
You see the signs of moles–those foreboding mounds filling your once-beautiful lawn. Have no fear! There are many solutions to get rid of the moles you’ve got and prevent new ones from taking up residence. Here’s to reclaiming your lawn! Kill traps are probably the most effective, direct way to get rid of moles. If […]
12 Tips for Maintaining a Wood Fence
A beautiful fence is a great way to give your yard a boundary and add some privacy to any of your backyard activities. However, it may be overwhelming to clean and maintain a fence, especially if you don’t know what techniques work best. Here are 12 tips […]
10 Stunning Landscape Pathways
Pathways are not just a way to add functionality to your outdoor space–they also add variety and charm. Check out this list for examples of different mediums and styles you can use for your pathway. This could be a great weekend DIY project! #1 Log “slice” pathway. Tutorial here Source #2 Mini boardwalk Source #3 […]
DIY Backyard Pathway Ideas
Oftentimes, a well-planned path can take a backyard from good to great! However, it seems like lots of hours and money are needed in order to get the pathway you’re wanting. Instead of walking away from all that money, here are some pathway ideas that you can […]
Gorgeous Built-In Planter Ideas
Whether in our wallets or in our backyards, it’s always nice to see a little green. With these great planter ideas, you can have both! Use one or more of these ideas to bring your yard or patio to life while not having to break the bank! […]
DIY Steps for Your Yard
Whether it’s getting from your deck to the yard or if you’ve got a large hill in the back, it’s always nice to have a sleek set of stairs that not only look good but tie your whole yard together. Instead of spending money on landscapers and contractors, choose one of these awesome ideas to […]
16 Backyard DIY Hacks
If there’s one thing in life that we could make easier, it’s gardening. There’s already planting, digging, pruning, and a big hot sun over our heads that make it hard enough. In order to cut some of that work away, here are 16 DIY hacks for your backyard! Portable Plants Nothing’s sadder than having […]
10 DIY Cool Patio Furniture Designs
When the birds come back and the grass begins to turn green again, we all start itching to spend more time outside. But that joy can come to a screeching halt if we have boring or ugly patio furniture. Choose from these ten great ideas to fill your backyard with lively and vibrant colors and […]