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Aside from one or two irritating aspects of living on a steep hill, like having a hard time mowing the lawn or playing in the yard because your balls always end up in the storm sewer, living on a...
If you are tired of that outdated concrete porch and walkway here is a way to make it beautiful. With a few easy steps a little paint can transform the front of your house.
We spend so much time outdoors in the summer months, so why not decorate those outdoor spaces? You can even get creative and create 'rooms' in your yard. Not only is it pleasing to the eye, but...
Hummingbirds are one of the most fascinating birds to watch and you can attract them to your yard year after year. Without having to spend much money you can easily create a habitat for...
You've walked up and down those stairs everyday for years. You know there are plenty of possibilities, but where do you start? Follow these steps and you'll be on your way to enjoying your own...
Think you don't have enough room to turn your backyard/porch/balcony into a wildlife refuge? Think again. There are a variety of things YOU can do to create homes for birds, butterflies and other...
So, your dogs bark when strangers come to the door and that's a good thing but what about Halloween? What do you do then? I have four Siberian huskies who look like a pack of wolves to most of...
Here is how you can turn your porch into a southern style retreat for summer.
Sprucing up the outside of your house can be a daunting task, especially on a tight budget. While you may have to forgo the new roof, siding and professional landscaping, you can still improve...
Fall is approaching with all it's beautiful colors. It is time to start thinking about how you will decorate your porch this coming season while enhancing your homes curb appeal.
Creating an intimate, comfortable outdoor living space gives you a spot to relax and commune with nature at the convenience of home. After a few basic necessities, you can add your own personal...
Inatall an outside light for security and safety for you and your family. This will deter potential intruders and light up your driveway, walkway or porch.
There are different types of weather we have been given and sometimes we have gray rainy days! Some people don't exactly like them. I love them!!!! When I hear it raining outside and it's...
Whether you have a home in the open countryside or a curbside home in a busy neighborhood, there is no better place to relax and watch the world go by than on a porch. And to build a good porch...
Now is the perfect time to clean and decorate your porch for the fall season. Giving the front of your home a beautiful fall scene tells everyone not only that you care about your home's...
A front porch on a house is a beautiful and inviting sight if it is complimented with the right things. Front porches are becoming popular again as many people return to the look of nostalgic...
Summer is here and the four of July is right around the corner. a fun project to do is to decorate the backyard with lighting or protect your family from insect by recycling your soda cans into...
Got a front porch that lacks Panache? You can tap into it's hidden potential and create a haven for relaxing in style with a few simple steps. An inviting front porch with stylish, comfortable...
Home is where the heart is and you are the king of your domain so feeling safe in our home is important to have peace of mind.
Your front porch is the first thing you and your guests see when they arrive at your home. It's easy to decorate your front porch for summer to make it look fresh and inviting.
Decorate your outdoor patio or porch much as you would the inside of your home. Create a comfort zone with pillows, color, plants, and comfy chairs, lots of small tables, and special touches like...
Here are instructions for a log cabin style plastic canvas house. Finished dimensions are 5" tall, 4.5" wide and 4" deep. Plastic canvas is a wonderful basis for a variety of...
You've found the man you want to grow old with. You envision sitting on a porch swing with him watching the sunset. What you didn't envision was the problem of a sister-in-law you'd be growing old...
Make coming home even better this summer by dressing up your front porch. You can add charm and curb appeal for under $500 and about a weekend's worth of time. Nothing says "Welcome...
Let guests and passers-by know you're in the Christmas spirit by decorating your porch. Here are some ideas to get you started.
I'm not sure what is done nowadays when people have a contagious disease like scarlet fever. Here's how we handled it back in the 1930s. If there's a widespread flu some day, you may want to...
After putting lots of effort into creating a jack-o'-lantern to decorate the front porch, it's disheartening for vandals to destroy it or steal it. Here are ways to protect that jack o lantern.
Ever been bored on a rainy day? Well why not take some of my ideas and make it a fun cozy day away from all of life's craziness!
I have seen several articles on the internet about yard or porch swings, but none that really get down to the details (unless you want to pay for plans). I made this yard swing back in 2001 and we...
Porches are a quintessential American architectural feature. A front porch is one of the first impressions your home gives to visitors, and probably a place you pass through on a daily basis. But...
Have you ever gotten your electric bill to be shocked at the amount due? I lowered my bill from $175 a month to just $50 a month. You can lower your electric bill and find out what's making it so...
We’ve all been there. You work hard to keep your house exterior neat, clean, inviting, and pest-free. But then, there’s the guy next door. His trash cans are loaded, the lids are off, and...
Protecting your mail from thieves is important all year long, and especially during the holiday season when mail theft increases. Holiday mail is very enticing to thieves. They look for envelopes...
"You only get one chance to make a first impression." We have all heard that saying time and time again, but it really is true. Not only for ourselves but for our homes, too. So,...
Your front porch is the first impression your home gives. Here's how to bring curb appeal to your porch and make it beautiful for summer.
Having a front porch is a place to sit and relax. It can be a transitional place where you can enjoy the best of both worlds by bringing indoor living to the outside world.
There should be one place in your home that is stress-free and relaxing 24/7. A 12' x 8' back porch is the perfect place to create a sanctuary. When I first saw the back porch in my new home,...
I don't smoke but I have been around people who do and too often the smell would get on my clothes. I really didn't like the smell but I came up with my own way of getting the smell out.
Did you know that you can litter train a puppy just as you would a kitten? It will certainly make life easier for those who have a new pet in the house. This will work for any breed large or...
Bats often fly around covertly disguised as birds. They are helpful in reducing insects and mosquitoes, but sometimes are infected with rabies and leave behind toxic droppings, called guano. ...
Decorating the outside of your home isn't just for Christmastime. Many people choose to decorate both the inside and outside of their houses 12 months out of the year. Decorating your porch during...
More home owners are turning to siding and other exterior options for ease of maintenance, but even these materials need painting. Today there are a variety of vinyl siding colors to choose from...
One of the many joys of summer has got to be when we shout to our kids "Hurry up! Your letting all the bugs in!" Ahhh... summer. You could opt to replace your porch light with a bug...
As a southerner, I can assure you that most of the socializing done around our house (or the neighbor’s house) happens on the porch. Sometimes, it’s just the best open area for a group setting. ...
There are many ways you can maximize your home's curb appeal, that fit budgets big and small. Maximizing your home's curb appeal adds value to both your home and your neighborhood. Here are a...
A flaming bag of poo can make a great accessory to any neighbor's front porch. It's soft, light and musky aroma should soon have your neighbor emerging from his front door to dance on top of it....
Saving money on electricity is an easy way to both keep the green in your pocket, simultaneously doing your part to be green environmentally. The best part is cutting cost on electricity is...
Old wooden porch swings are a treasure. Nothing is more inviting than a front porch swing. If you happen to find one that looks as though it is falling apart, with a little tender loving...
If you would love to have the most successful yard sale EVER and you are willing to open up your home, plan an INDOOR YARD SALE! You will find your items will fly out the door and you will get...
Your family will gravitate to the porch when you hang a swing there. Or put your swing and its frame under a tree to create a great outdoor gathering place.
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