If you have a mantle in your home, consider yourself lucky. It can be one of the most beneficial places to add to your home, yet at the same time be a difficult one as well. If you have ever … Read the rest
Make A Wreath From Your Old Canning Lids
I had the big project today of canning peaches, and while in the process, found a lot of my canning lids (rings) have become quite worn throughout the years. Some are starting to rust while others have some dents in … Read the rest
20 More Ideas to Decorate For Autumn
Are still trying to find that perfect balance between living in your home and decorating, yet still wanting to add a touch of the current holidays and seasons? It’s definitely not an easy task to achieve and can sometimes be … Read the rest
10 Ways To Decorate A Costal Home For Fall
Fall is a time for warm colors, pumpkin spice, and cozy blankets. But what if you live in a coastal home? The cool breeze and salty air may make traditional fall decorating seem out of place. But fear not, there … Read the rest
What We Should Be Doing To Prep Our Gardens In The Fall
When we think of Fall gardening, we usually think of harvest time and thinning out dying plants from the Summer. However, there are a lot of things we can do to better our gardens for the upcoming Spring, in the … Read the rest
Getting Organized BEFORE The Holidays
Yes, it’s true, the “Holidays” are still a few months away. However, if you have had a busy first half of the year like I have, then you know the last half will go by just as quickly. It always … Read the rest
Toadstool Pumpkins
Are you looking for a way to dress up your garden for Autumn? This adorable craft from Martha Stewart is perfect for that. You can use a variety of types of squash from your own garden, and have nothing go … Read the rest
How Do You Decorate For Fall?
I absolutely LOVE Fall. It has got to be, by far, one of my favorite seasons. I love the crisp cool air, the warm and yummy smells that come with all of the treats and baked goods, and the beautiful … Read the rest
20 Fall Wreath Ideas
Once Autumn has begun, the options of Fall decorating are endless. Whether you like to decorate for Fall in general or focus more on the Halloween holiday, these wreaths are great options for you. Use them as an inspiration to … Read the rest
Outdoor Chandelier Made From Mason Jars
Maybe you’re not a big fan of thrifting. The good thing about this craft is that this little project can be made with either new mason jars, or a set of some you have laying around your house. Just get … Read the rest
Cleaning Your Dryer Ducts
Did you know that your dryer ducts need to be cleaned? Dirty dryer ducts are one of the main causes of house fires, and this little job should be done at least once a year. It is a lot easier … Read the rest
Cleaning Your AC Unit
While many of us are going about our spring cleaning lists, there is one piece in our home that can sometimes be overlooked. The AC unit. Did you know it needs to be cleaned as well? And, on a regular … Read the rest
33+ kids activities for summer fun
While not strictly home and garden, if the kids are out of the way (and having fun) you can end up doing more in the home AND garden, right?
So here are 33+ kids activities for summer that will keep … Read the rest
25+ Room by room spring cleaning ideas
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the thought of spring cleaning your entire home? Look no further than this comprehensive list of 25+ room-by-room spring cleaning ideas from Dukes&Duchesses. This list makes it easy to tackle your cleaning project one room … Read the rest
Beautiful Origami Butterfly Tutorial
With just a simple piece of everyday paper — or perhaps a designer sheet if you’re feeling fancy — you can easily create these beautiful origami butterflies in no time! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced folder, this project … Read the rest