Since Spring is round the corner, there has to be something said about getting the itch to get into the garden. But you won’t want to if it is not organized.
And what better way to organize it then to … Read the rest
Garden Fairy Terrarium
Learn to create a terrarium and bring the outsides in (especially in this cold weather!).
Kadie of Sever-Alive shows us using a Terrarium Garden Fairy Kit. I know, it takes away the fun of doing DIY, but the idea should … Read the rest
Put a mailbox in your garden
Why? To help you keep all of your garden tools.
Everything stays dry and is conveniently located. Mailboxes
are cheaper than other storage solutions for the garden and can often be recycled or upcycled. Mailboxes are a great way to … Read the rest
Lighted Block Snowman
This is a fantastic tutorial for how to make a lighted glass block snowman. Perfect for the holiday season and beyond!
Some glass blocks with fairy lights inside create this beautiful decoration.
Get the full details at the AllParenting Website: … Read the rest
30 unusual garden pot ideas
Ok, so some of these are weird and out there. Some are actually practical. Some, like the heel shoe pot shown, are downright whacky.
Architecture Art Design has put together this list of 30 really low-budget pot ideas for … Read the rest
How to make Chicken Wire Ghosts
I couldn’t find the how-to for making the ghost shown in the picture above – but I did find something on the diynetwork that comes pretty close. Well close enough to give you an idea.
What a perfect way to … Read the rest
Succulent Initial Wreath
This is a great tutorial to make you own Succulent Initial Wreath.
With just a couple of tools required, you can design you own one of a kind statement piece for the patio, yard, or even hang on the front … Read the rest
Project for Fall: Hanging Leaves
Gather leaves, dip them in wax to hold their colors, and suspend in front of a window. Gorgeous!
When dipped in wax, colorful leaves can be preserved through this season and beyond.
And it creates a stunning effect to greet … Read the rest
How to design a shared backyard
Where we live, 4 backyards congregate together. But they are separated by fences. And thus – the old style talk to your neighbour over the backyard fence – ritual is somehow skewed.
So when I read this post on ModernFarmer … Read the rest
5 Coolest Farm Robots
We love our Roomba and Scooba’s. You know – pet robots that clean and vacuum the house. So it was no surprise to learn that there are similar products for the farming industry as well.
Not DIY – but you … Read the rest
How To Grow Citrus Indoors (when you live in a cold climate)
If you live in warm climate – growing citrus trees is not a problem. But what if you’re not in such an area?
ModernFarmer shows you step by step how to grow your citrus fruits – like orange and lemon … Read the rest
Old Kitchen Sink To Outside Water Fountain
An old 1916 Kitchen sink – and a desire to make something with it – led to the creation of an outside water fountain.
Although not really a tutorial – this is a fun idea. Now to go scrounging in … Read the rest
DIY Wreath For The Gardener
Here is a very clever idea: DIY wreath for the gardener made from a garden hose, dollar store flowers and garden gloves. Perfect to adorn a potting shed, garage door, or patio.
Donna of As The Card Rack Turns sent … Read the rest
Beautiful Beach Themed Outside Play Area Transformation
Michelle and her family transformed the kids outside play area into a cubby house. They used a beach theme – and the finished result is gorgeous. Hats off to the whole family who seem to have a knack for doing … Read the rest
DIY Hanging Basket Stand
This is a super cool idea that is so easy to make that anyone can do!
Grab a few pieces of wood, some scraps, some paint.. oh.. why don’t you go over to Shanty-2-Chic’s blog to read up on how … Read the rest