These DIY wool dryer balls are a great alternative to heavily scented store-bought dryer sheets that often contain harsh and toxic chemicals. Plus, they’re fun to make! I’ve been using reusable wool dryer balls for a couple of years now to reduce wrinkles and prevent static cling, and I love them. They eliminate the […]
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The Farmer’s Almanac is Predicting a Colder, Snowier Winter: Here’s How to Winterize Your Home
As we get closer to winter, preparing your home for colder months ahead through winterization is a necessary and practical approach for homeowners. Here’s how to winterize your home. Winterizing your home is an excellent way to safeguard it against the harsh effects of cold weather and to cut down on high energy expenses. It’s […]
Ideas for Using Outdoor Planters Year-Round
We usually think of filling our outdoor planters with beautiful spring and summer flowers, but the right planter choice can be a beautiful additon to your outdoor spaces throughout the year. Regarding outdoor planters, one has many choices for a suitable vessel. First, consider what colors compliment your existing decor. What functionality are you looking […]
Five Things on a Friday – 9/15/23
And I’m back! I had to take a bit of a break from these posts over the summer. OK, it was more than a bit of a break, more like a several-months-long break, but I missed writing these posts and getting all caught up with you! We just had so much going on this summer, […]
Blue Fescue May Be Exactly What Your Perennial Garden Needs
Blue fescue may just be the interesting, easy-to-grow plant that your perennial garden is missing. This well-behaved blue green ornamental grass is the perfect companion plant to so many popular flowering perennials. Ornamental grasses have been so popular in landcaping for the last few years. You’ve probably noticed tall grasses like feather reed grass, switch […]
How to Sharpen Hedge Clippers and Pruning Shears
If your hedge clippers or pruning shears have gotten dull, or if you just want to keep them working as effectively as possible, follow these steps to learn how to sharpen your gardening hand tools! I shared with you the other day that I have a great pair of garden pruners that have been […]
Lavender Plant Care: Growing Amazing Lavender in Your Garden
In today’s post I’ll be sharing everything I’ve learned so far about lavender plant care, and all the reasons why I’ve come to love having this easy-to-grow perennial in my garden over the last few years. I grew my first lavender plant in our herb garden a few years ago and I thought it was […]
Barndominium Homes: Rustic Charm With Modern Luxury
Have you ever heard of barndominium homes? If you love a rustic home with a rural view, but don’t want to sacrifice on any of the modern conveniences, this might be the house for you! Are you tired of the same old home designs and looking for a unique blend of traditional and modern? We […]
Growing Catmint – Delightful and Well-Behaved
Today’s post is all about growing Catmint, a highly underrated perennial favorite of mine that gives so much and asks so little in return. If you’ve never considered adding catmint to your perennial beds, hopefully this will change your mind. You don’t hear gardeners singing the praises of catmint often enough, but those who know […]
What to Clean in June
Use this list of what to clean in June as your simple guide to what jobs need to be tackled this month around the house. June is definitely a month where we all like to be outside. For us especially, June is always full of end-of-the-school-year activities and the weather really heats up. We find […]
How to Plant a Panicle Hydrangea
I’ve learned a lot about planting hydrangeas since my first attempts many years ago. If this is your first time trying, here’s how to plant a panicle hydrangea successfully. Everyone loves a beautiful, big, healthy hydrangea bush, blooming profusely at the peak of summer. Depending on where you live, you might see them growing in […]
12 Room Divider Ideas To Create Cozy Spaces in Your Home
The open floor plan trend is on its way out, even triggering a quiet quitting from Architectural Digest. In its place, defined spaces and designated rooms for work, play, and sleep created by these room divider ideas. This is where room dividers come in handy to help establish zones and ease the transition from one […]
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