Spring is here and that means it’s time for my best DIY yard ideas. If you’re like me, you’ve got a little extra time on your hands right now, so why not spend it in your yard if the weather cooperates? Here are some fun DIY yard ideas to make your outdoor living space the […]
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Geometric Patio Patterns That Are Easy To Create {Even If You Suck At Math!}
Geometric patio patterns are certainly pleasing to the eye. They also add a ton of charm to your outdoor living space! If you’ve ever been afraid to install your own geometric patio pattern {because you suck at math!} you should stop being afraid. It’s actually easy to do–no geometry or algebra is needed for an […]
DIY Garden Furniture
First of all, DIY garden furniture is an excellent choice for any garden. To really enjoy your garden, you need garden furniture where you can sit back, relax and enjoy all the fruits of your labors. But that doesn’t mean it has to cost a fortune! This is where DIY garden furniture comes in. It […]
DIYoursELF Outdoor Christmas Decorations
There are a lot of ways to DIYoursELF outdoor Christmas decorations this year. If you’ve been thinking about ways to dress up your outdoor landscape on a budget, then this DIYoursELF post is especially for you! And don’t worry, just because it’s on a budget doesn’t mean it won’t look fantastic! Check out these ideas! […]
Caring for Poinsettias Throughout the Holiday Season
There’s nothing like a Christmas poinsettia to brighten the season and bring a little bit of warmth to your home when it’s freezing cold outside. If you want your poinsettias to last as long as possible, here are some tips to help you take care of it properly. 1. They Love Humidity When blooming, poinsettia plants […]
Did You Know You Can Compost These Items?
Composting is a fantastic way to make use of food scraps that would otherwise be thrown away. It’s the ultimate in garden recycling. You probably think about composting fruit and veggie peels, leaves, and grass, but there are some lesser-known items that make fantastic compost. Let’s take a look. 1. Fireplace Ashes Ashes from your […]
How to Grow Lilacs
Who doesn’t love the gorgeous clusters of flowers featured on a lilac bush? And the smell? Heavenly! If you’ve always wanted to grow lilacs but haven’t been sure of your ability, you’ll probably be surprised at how easy and low-maintenance they really are. Here are some of the how-to’s of growing your own stunning lilacs. […]
DIY Pottery Barn Outdoor Buffet
Making a Pottery Barn outdoor buffet is a great idea! It’s cheaper than an actual buffet, and it’s really fun to put it together. Here’s a great tutorial for it, found at The Tale of an Ugly House! If you’re going to make your own Potter Barn style outdoor buffet, then you’ll want to start […]
7 Gardening Mistakes to Avoid
Nothing’s worse than getting so excited about gardening and being outside in the sunshine that we forget common gardening rules and make unfortunate blunders. While some mistakes are easy to come back from, it’s never fun to have to spend time correcting problems instead of taking care of your plants. Here are seven simple gardening […]
Backyard Shade Ideas
Although summer provides great opportunities to be outside and barbecue on the patio, the glaring sun can always be a hassle. It’s no fun to be sweating up a storm when you’re trying to relax, so don’t be inconvenienced anymore by the blazing heat! Here are some creative and beautiful backyard shade ideas that are […]