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15 Useful Gardening Tips for Beginners

June 12, 2021 by Jenny 3 Comments

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Last updated on November 2nd, 2021 at 09:12 pmGardening can be one of the most fun and relaxing hobbies. But, it can be stressful if you don’t know what you’re doing or if you’re a beginner. In order to get the most out of gardening without having to deal with the frustrations, here are the […]

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12 Creative Ways to Create Storage in Your Yard

June 6, 2021 by Jenny Leave a Comment

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Are you tired of never finding your gardening tools, or constantly seeing toys thrown around your yard? Don’t worry about this any longer! Here are great backyard storage ideas! Think of it as your own personal storage unit, but cute! Backyard Storage Ideas Dresser Converted to Drink Station Turn an old dresser into a great […]

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Earthology: Why Gardening Is For The Birds

May 31, 2019 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Last updated on October 28th, 2019 at 12:05 am I truly love to garden! I love to eat the veggies I’ve grown, sitting around the table with my family looking at a vase full of the flowers I’ve helped to cultivate. And while I love basking the literal “fruits” and vegetables of my labor, one […]

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DIY Treehouse Ideas

February 6, 2019 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Last updated on December 12th, 2019 at 02:01 am Growing up, my kiddos were absolutely obsessed with the HGTV show, Treehouse Builders. They used to dream of having their own treehouse somewhere in our huge backyard! While my kids have all grown up and have started to build their own families, I don’t think that […]

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Globe Bulbs For The Backyard: Light Up Your World!

October 26, 2018 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Last updated on October 8th, 2019 at 11:18 amIt can be tricky to find good lighting for your garden, backyard, and other outdoor spaces. As any artist knows, good lighting is truly everything. A simple string of globe bulbs can really do wonders to lighten up your space, especially if you drape them around a […]

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30 Amazing Outdoor Showers

May 11, 2016 by Jenny Leave a Comment

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Last updated on June 11th, 2021 at 05:51 pmHave you ever been lucky enough to spend some time enjoying an outdoor shower? While, at first, it may seem a little exposing and uncomfortable, there’s nothing as relaxing as bathing outside. Not to mention, it helps keep the rest of the house clean, if you happen […]

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7 {Easy} DIY Compost Bin Projects

April 7, 2016 by Jenny Leave a Comment

7 {Easy} DIY Compost Bin Projects

Last updated on September 21st, 2019 at 05:43 pmPut all your food scraps and organic waste to good use by building a compost bin. This lets you make your own compost so that your garden, yard, and flowerbeds can all get the nutrition they need without spending lots of money on store-bought compost. Here are […]

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Homemade Bird Feeder Projects that are Perfect for Your Yard

January 29, 2016 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Last updated on January 10th, 2020 at 12:46 amEven though you may not consider yourself an avid bird watcher, you still cannot go wrong when you add a homemade bird feeder to your yard. Bird feeders bring a variety of birds to your yard. Plus, birds provide excellent insect control! But, that isn’t even the […]

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8 Different Ways to Get More Backyard Shade

December 14, 2015 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Last updated on September 20th, 2019 at 06:09 pm 1. Trees This obviously won’t be the fastest way to get shade, but down the road you will be grateful for the patience you had in planting those trees. Trees will not only give you shade, but they also provide privacy, invite birds, and are good […]

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12 Rustic Rusted Metal Projects for Your Backyard

November 12, 2015 by Jenny 1 Comment

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Last updated on June 11th, 2021 at 05:10 pmIncorporating art into your garden is becoming all the rage and for good reason. Rusted metal fixtures look great in any backyard, giving it a rustic, antique feel. Here are 12 incredible rusted metal backyard DIY projects that you can make. Rusted Metal Backyard DIY: Lawn Edging […]

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