Happy Place, Happy Space It was a heavy and humid morning when I drove Loving Husband to school. I had … More| Touring My Backyard
If you have a garden, it's lovely to be able to enjoy it during the autumn. On those crisp sunny days, you can head outside knowing that you've got a gorgeous space to relax in. Here are some small tasks for your gardening to-do list this season:| My Thrifty Life by Cassie Fairy
We’re answering a very common question and talking through the process of having our vintage wrought iron furniture professionally repaired and powder coated. Metal vs. Composite We love the way metal furniture brings an air of grounded weight to an outdoor space. Modern composite furniture is fantastic for durability and an utter lack of maintenance, […] Take me to How to Repair Wrought Iron + Our Favorite Metal Furniture| Yellow Brick Home
In Mexico, the basic salpicón recipe might look like a pico de gallo salsa fortified with shredded beef, but it is often doctored with other vegetables. Prepared as an individual portion in a bowl, its versatility makes it a balanced low-carb and high-protein meal ... click on title for more| My Slice of Mexico
In its decision, the Supreme Court sided with the couple, saying that under the applicable statutory rules the city's title to the land was extinguished over four decades ago.| Global News
These aggressive insects aren’t the bees you want to keep around. Here’s a quick solution for eliminating these pests without using chemicals.| Garden Gate
Things have been crazy around here this summer, getting ready to launch my debut novel, as well as visits with the grandkids, swimming in our backyard bathtub (the pool and air temp both a lovely 8…| Deborah J. Brasket, Author
Reflecting on the month past And just like that, we are at the end of August. It was an idyliic … More| Touring My Backyard
When I traveled to Morocco in the spring, I bought a few gorgeous brass spigots. One looked like a deer and was perfect for this project. Now that summer is here, it’s time to build a DIY wall fountain in my backyard! A fountain instantly feels high-end, brings soothing water sounds, and adds amazing ambiance. […] The post DIY Wall Fountain appeared first on at home with Ashley.| at home with Ashley
Looking for cheap backyard makeover ideas that actually make a difference? From DIY fire pits to cozy lighting, these easy upgrades will help you turn your outdoor space into a dreamy retreat without the luxury price tag.| Pennies for a Fortune
Just like recycling, composting happens locally. To keep contamination out of your curbside compost bin, check your local compost guidelines! Composting—whether through curbside service, a drop-off center, or in your own backyard—turns a climate problem into a climate solution! In the landfill, organic materials create a climate problem Organic materials like food scraps, yard clippings, […] The post Keep Contamination from Creeping into Your Compost appeared first on Eco-Cycle.| Eco-Cycle
Follow these tips to get your summer garden of warm-weather herbs and veggies started this month!| momhomeguide.com
Want to sow seeds directly in your garden? Follow our tips for success and learn about the simple and cheap process of direct-sowing seeds into your garden.| Garden Gate
If you’ve never grown peas before, you should! Learn how to grow peas (and why they’re so great!) with tips from Angela Judd of Growing in the Garden.| Garden Gate
Easter Sunday gathering Easter is a glorious occasion. For my family, we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. Most years we typically are able to spend some time together during this celebratory time. This year we were able to go to church. Last Easter, it was a cold dreary day with clouds and rain. No church. ... Read More about Celebrating Easter Together The post Celebrating Easter Together first appeared on Bushel & a Pickle.| Bushel & a Pickle
Create an outdoor oasis even if on a shoestring budget. Creative ideas for landscaping and decorating your backyard on a budget.| homemadebycarmona.com
Ready to welcome spring in full bloom? Discover 13 gorgeous flowering trees that add vibrant color and charm to your garden, with tips on planting and growing each one.| The Garden Glove
-this post contains affiliate links- We bought this awesome hot tub, but there was only one side that had cup holders, which is fine when there is just one person in it, but we have friends over to enjoy the hot tub and movie night all the time! Plus the large main jets are on... Read More| Astins Designs
We already have one TV outside, but even though it swivels it's harder to see from the hot tub because of the pergola leg. That's fine when it's only one person in the hot tub because you can position it where you want, but when multiple people are in the hot tub someone always has an obstructed view and the TV is kind of far away. This sounds kind of dumb and unnecessary, but we entertain quite a bit and some of our friends come over to watch TV shows like Yellowstone and Landman, so we want...| Astins Designs
It’s hard to believe it’s been almost two years since we embarked on our DIY fire pit project, transforming our backyard into a cozy outdoor haven. Building our own fire pit not only enhanced our outdoor space but also became a focal point for countless gatherings and memorable evenings. If you’re considering adding a fire […] The post Our DIY Fire Pit | Easy Step-by-Step Guide appeared first on Our Blue Ridge House.| Our Blue Ridge House
Tornadoes are part of Midwest life, but when one came too close for comfort last summer!| Garden Gate
This view of our patio is nice and all but I felt like it was still missing something. I felt like it was all hard lines and no softness to the design, so we added these beautiful custom made outdoor curtains from The Hues!| Astins Designs
Recently, I received a load of wood chip mulch, and with the help of some awesome neighbors, I moved it to the backyard. That was hard work, y’all. Yet we only moved the wood chip mulch less than t…| The Notes Which Do Not Fit
New in-store Costco Bunch O Balloons by Zuru set incl 12 bright colorful bunches of water balloons w/ 35 balloons per bunch or 420 water balloons for $19.99| CostContessa
We’re thrilled to share that our big backyard project is almost complete! Over the past few…| House of Jade Interiors
If you're looking for the best zero turn lawn mower for 2 acres, here are the top 5 choices. Ranging from Cub Cadet to John Deere, there are..| Our Blue Ridge House
Wow! The Wham-O Slip and Slide has come a long way since I was a kid and even since the previous Slip n' Slide we saw at Costco back in 2022- to say the| CostContessa
These award-winning gardeners combine science with artistry to create an inspiring landscape.| Garden Gate
Our 2022 Reader Garden Award winners team up to create horticultural artistry in their inviting backyard garden in Georgia.| Garden Gate
A list of over 100 best outdoor movies for all ages and all season to host the ultimate crowd-pleasing backyard movie night.| Bless'er House
Are you looking for the best solar powered lights for decks? Read on as we compare and review all the top options with Pros & Cons.| GardenBeast
Are you looking for the best floodlight camera for home security? Read on as we review all the top options with Pros & Cons.| GardenBeast
Should you grow lettuce, kale, mustard or another leafy green in your garden? We'll help you decide and show you how to grow them.| Garden Gate
As the sun shines brightly in the British sky, our thoughts turn to the great outdoors and the quintessential summer gathering: the BBQ. But what makes a BBQ area truly special? Here are some ideas for your turning your garden into a barbeque haven...| My Thrifty Life by Cassie Fairy
Let’s celebrate June is GREAT OUTDOORS month all month. Check out this week’s post of birds in the nest.| Second Wind Leisure Perspectives
I’m sharing my backyard garden plans for 2024, what I’ve done so far, and a few emotional benefits this hobby offers.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
Discover innovative ideas to transform your outdoor living spaces into stunning retreats. Explore how to maximize every corner of your property.| GreatBuildz
This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. Ready your lawn for winter with these quick and easy fall lawn projects. Three steps for your fall lawn and you’re ready for winter. I loaded up my cart with a few items and we are ready to tackle that fall lawn: wire rake Scotts Turf Builder Winterguard fall lawn fertilizer Scotts EZ Seed patch and repair Scotts Turf Builder EdgeGuard Mini Broadcast Spreader Step 1: Leaves Rake all the leaves and remove from your yard. Continue reading Ready You...| Jaime Costiglio
Make it fun with plywood and paint because sometimes you need a self standing ice cream truck photo prop and I’m here to share the how-to with you. And this could be any kind of truck for whatever your event needs. A DIY tutorial to build a self standing ice cream truck prop. Make this truck photo prop with portable stands using my plans. I built this cute self standing ice cream truck with a striped backdrop wall just in time for an ice cream social party at school. Continue reading S...| Jaime Costiglio
Necessity is the motherhood of invention and we needed portable, self-standing station signs so this is my solution. These station signs are bright, two-sided, well labeled and have the ability to be placed wherever you need them most. A DIY tutorial to build self standing station signs. Make this easy to build portable signage for your next event with my plans. I’m neurotic about signage. Wherever I go if the signage is less than adequate I am the first one to notice. Continue readi...| Jaime Costiglio
*This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. Summer is here and your lawn is hungry. With this in mind it’s time to feed that summer lawn. Let’s feed that summer lawn to keep it beautiful and green through the hot summer season. For this project we will be using this Scotts product: Scotts Turf Builder Ultrafeed Head to your nearest Home Depot and grab Scotts Turf Builder Ultrafeed and let’s get started. Continue reading Feed Your Summer Lawn at Jaime Costiglio.| Jaime Costiglio
Backyard mini pools offer homeowners the luxury of a private aquatic retreat without requiring the space or investment of a standard pool. These compact pools| Minneopa Orchards
In this article, we will walk you through the steps of how to install artificial grass properly in your yard, ensuring a professional finish no matter your| Minneopa Orchards
Spring Container Gardening. I love fresh veggies from the garden, they taste so good and it's fun to just walk out in the backyard and pick a few things for a great salad. Jim could grow anything, he had such a green thumb. You can see part of the raised bed that he added on this side of the yard. Last year I tried my hand at a few seeds and had a small garden. Time to buy some plants and seeds and get them in the ground this year. Our temperatures are perfect for planting. 70 during the day ...| A Stroll Thru Life
A residential backyard should be more than just grass with maybe a flower or vegetable garden or fruit trees. A backyard should be a place …| Minneopa Orchards
6 simplified DIY tutorials for how to hang outdoor string lights without trees around a fire pit, around a pool, on a fence, on a porch, from siding, around a patio, or anywhere in the backyard.| Bless'er House
If it seems like I haven't been a good blog poster lately it's because I haven't.... and it kills me to say that!! But I know it was worth it, because we finally finished our backyard! We finished last weekend, and laying the sod was the hardest part (in my opinion) of the entire process.... (go here to see where we started!)| Amber Lane Living
Let's make a charmed reading spot - which is one one of many amazing backyard patio ideas from Industry West.| 136 Home
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Over the summer we got a family pass to the Portland Japanese Garden. Our son found a cool miniature Zen garden toy at the gift shop. Inside was a beautifully written pamphlet explaining Zen meditation, and how raking and caring for your rock garden can be a great way to clear your mind and attain […]| Made by Joel
Are you noticing your lawn looking dull, diseased, and riddled with pests? Don’t give up on your grass just yet! Keep reading to learn about when to dethatch your lawn, along with the importance of doing it.| Minneopa Orchards
Here are four creative ways that you can collect rainwater without a gutter close by. These ideas and tips can save time and money!| Just Measuring Up
Thinking of having an irrigation system? Here's exactly what you need to know before building a self-watering garden bed for your plants.| Just Measuring Up
If you are planning on building a backyard greenhouse, make sure to read these nine important tips before starting your greenhouse endeavor.| Just Measuring Up
I had the most amazing, simple wedding in my brother’s backyard. It was the perfect summer day, surrounded by a select group of my very favorite people. It really was exactly the way I had …| kristinskrazyknits
An easy and relatively inexpensive way to hang lights on your own! I show how I hung lights on our deck to truly change the whole space with outdoor lights!| Just a Girl Blog