The Benefits of a Pool House
You’ve taken the plunge. (No pun intended!) You’ve finally built the pool your family has been wanting for years. But, something seems to be missing. Something which will make “pool times”…
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New Years Resolutions For Your Garden
Most New Year’s Resolutions focus on what you think you should do as opposed to what you’d like to do which is why they are often doomed to fail. But, when it…
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Planning For Your Spring Project
While snow is on the ground one of the last things you may be thinking about is an outdoor project. But, in fact, this is the perfect time to start strategizing.…
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5 Gardening Apps You Need in 2018
Gardening is supposed to be the ultimate in “low tech” but that doesn’t mean that you can’t let technology give you a hand when you need it. Got bugs, weeds or plants…
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7 Things You’ve Got To Buy In January
After a busy holiday shopping season, retailers worry about “making” their January sales forecasts. Which is good news for you! January is absolutely the best time to buy certain items, since deep…
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6 Ways To Streamline Christmas Decoration Storage
Putting away the Christmas decorations can put you in a bit of a funk for a couple of reasons. First, all of the holiday “hoopla” is over and it’s back to work…
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The new year brings Home & Garden Shows and there is sure to be one held near you. Home Shows can be a great place to start your research about…
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8 Great Winter Escapes
Once the holidays are over and January looms, it’s easy to get into a mid-winter funk. Which is why my husband and I always plan a getaway to a wickedly fun destination…
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Pantone’s Spring Dozen
For the first time ever, Pantone has given us an even dozen (instead of their normal “ten”) Leading Colors for Spring. And, according to Pantone Color Institute executive Director, Leatrice Eiseman,…
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10 Ways to Decorate Your Mantle for the Holidays
Looking for a new way to decorate your mantle this holiday season? Here are some ideas to spark your imagination. 1. Scentful Cedar. Instead of the usual pine branches, pile on…
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