We all love the bright colors that the summer brings about. Whether it be from flowers, or the fun décor, there are so many options to make our day a little more cheery. This fun little posts shows how you … Read the rest
Make Your Own Moss-Covered Stone
If you are wanting the mossy look in your garden, but don’t have the patience to wait for it to grow, this post is just right for you. Making your own moss covered stone is easier than you would ever … Read the rest
66 Uses for Coffee Filters
You may not be a big coffee drinker, or may not drink it at all, but that should not keep you from picking up a package of coffee filters on your next trip to the store. They are so functional, … Read the rest
Make Your Own Cement Planters and Garden Globes
Cement planters and garden décor are a big trend right now, but can be very expensive when buying from a retail store. However, they can all be made for literally pennies with a bag of Quikrete and some thrift store … Read the rest
A Simple Idea To Update Your Potted Plants
If you are looking for an idea for a beautiful, yet out of the box idea for a planter display, we have just the tutorial for you! Look at this creative idea for a modern-looking outdoor planter made out of … Read the rest
How To Make Your Own Low-Maintenance Water Feature
If you have been looking for an eye-catching water feature for your yard, but really don’t want to have to deal with the upkeep and maintenance of one, read this post from The Family Handyman. It’s not only beautiful, but … Read the rest
Make Your Own Button Shaped Stepping Stones
This fun little post comes to us today thanks to Mark Montano. He has this great tutorial on his blog for these adorable button shaped stepping stones made from cement. The process is so easy and his tutorial is written … Read the rest
World’s 20 Best DIY Birdbath Ideas
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Most of us love the sound of birds chirping in our yards, and what better way to invite them in than to have a beautiful birdbath
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What are birdbaths?
As the name suggests, birdbaths are like … Read the rest
12 ways to use old doors and windows in your gardens
Are you looking for ways to add a unique touch to your garden and make use of old doors and windows? Look no further than this list of 12+ creative ideas for repurposing old doors and windows in your garden. … Read the rest
40 Ways To Get Rid Of Garden Pests Naturally
Let’s be honest, the worst part of gardening is running into those pesky little bugs that try eating all of your hard work. Some people don’t mind them, others get a little squeamish when they see a slug or a … Read the rest
26 Plants That Repel Mosquitoes
Depending on where you live, mosquitoes can be quite the summertime pests. While they don’t like the heat that is produced by the sun during the day, they tend to come out when the evening cools down, and find the … Read the rest
Top 10 Vegetable Gardening Tips
Whether you are new to growing vegetables, or a seasoned gardener, it’s a well known fact that some years just seem to be better than others. However, even those off years can produce good results if you just put some … Read the rest
Fire Pit Tutorial
The summer months and best known for late nights around a campfire. However, it’s not always a possibility to get away and build a campfire in the mountains. Why not build your own fire pit in your back yard? You … Read the rest
DIY Kids SeeSaw For Under $30
How can you resist a classic children’s toy? The seesaw definitely fits in as a classic, and thanks to a little paint and fun fabric, you can make it look a little more trendy and up to date.
Mallory from … Read the rest
Some clever garden ideas
Here at our house – the garden duties all belong to me. And needless to say – the garden is the part of the house that is the most neglected, if not alltogether forgotten.
So, it is with great happiness … Read the rest