Set the Mood with Outdoor Lighting
As the days continue to grow longer and we are extending our time outside, it is important to consider all of the options for dramatically different lighting. Outdoor lighting helps…
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Plant Shop Like a Pro!
This time of year, it’s easy to be whipped into a gardening frenzy! Mornings are still somewhat cool, and the Dog Days of summer haven’t quite hit yet. So when Saturday mornings roll around, you’ve probably watched a garden show or two and are now inspired to hit the nursery to snap up some more plants. But wait a minute—remember that last time you went? You came home with plants that didn’t work and you had no idea where to put them. Well, no worries, I’m here to help you avoid that scenario.
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The Versatility of the Cedar Chest
It’s not difficult to see, feel and even smell the benefits of adding a warm cedar chest to the décor of your home. But as a completely adaptable piece of cedar furniture that can work in a bedroom, living room or dining room, it’s important to call out the great reasons how a wooden chest can be useful in every situation.
Read MoreThree Easy Spruce-Ups for Rental Walls
The age-old dilemma of the renter is how to make a apartment feel like home when, often times, painting or altering the house is not an option. This is a…
Read MoreT-shirt Remix
Every spring I go through my clothing to weed out the pieces that will not last another season, and t-shirts seem to be the worst offenders! When I interviewed Hilary…
Read MoreNest At Home In Your Outdoor Living Space
Recently, my husband and I had the pleasure of hosting a BBQ for our friends in our outdoor living space. Our outdoor room makes the outdoor experience more pleasurable. It…
Read MoreSunny Yellow for a Summer Garden
Every year at this time, I take a look at my garden to determine what I need to add to it to kick it up a notch—sometimes it’s an ornamental tree or an agave variety, but this year it’s a color. More specifically, yellow. I’ve always gravitated more towards the purples and pinks, but I can think of no more sunny color than a bright, clear yellow! It’s a happy, vibrant color, and works well with most other colors in the garden. Here are a few of my favorites:
Read MoreHow to Add Interest to Bookshelves
Bookshelves are utilitarian by nature. But just because they serve a useful purpose doesn’t mean they have to be boring. In fact, by following these simple tips, you can make your bookshelves one of the most attractive features in a room.
Read MoreKid’s Projects
I thought I’d continue the theme of crafting for kids! First, I must share a memory. As a kid I was really big into building forts. Seriously – I LOVED…
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Ten Gift Ideas for Father’s Day
It’s that time again this year when you are wondering just what to get for dad. Think Fun, think Outdoors, think Family and you will come up with some great ideas that will put a smile on Dad’s face.
Here are 10 ideas to get you started: