but it does take some planning and preparation to ensure long-term success. Follow the steps below to make a flower bed that will be the envy of the neighborhood.
I’m getting ready to do something similar in our covered porch and was considering using either conduit or dowels. I do have one question Jessica…you said you cut two feet off each end of one pipe to make things proportional. I’m a bit confused about that. Why would two feet off ...
She recommends asking, “If I have to rebuild my house from soup to nuts, what am I looking at? How much is that going to be?” You can then compare that estimate with the dwelling coverage limit your insurance agent suggests. You’ll also want to check the limit on yourpersonal prope...
I was just going to cover each bottom cushion using my pinning method that I did on my porch swing – How to Make a No-Sew Cushion Cover, but I did not have had enough quilt fabric to get all the cushions covered that way, so I opted for a fix that has worked perfectly. I ...
Learn how to make a DIY pinecone wreath in just one hour. This lovely wreath is perfect for winter and the holidays and the fairy lights make it extra magical. MY LATEST VIDEOS You’ll also want to try your hand at thisOne-Hour DIY Fresh Evergreen Swagfor your porch,our favorite easy...
A compost pile is easy to make and doesn’t require much space. In order to reach optimal temperatures, the pile should be at least 3 feet wide, 3 feet across, and 3 feet tall (one cubic yard). That is the minimum size to generate temperatures that can kill weeds and pathogens, but...
5. All we need now is a loop to hang it from. Make another 5.5″ folded strip. Cut an additional piece of tape, approximately 1/2″ wide. 6. Fold the strip around one end of the ornament and staple. 7. Cover the staple with the 1/2″ piece of tape. ...
Oral or written contracts: If a contractor sues you for not honoring oral or written contract terms, your umbrella policy likely won’t cover your legal expenses. Keep in mind that all policies are different. To make sure you understand what your umbrella insurance does and doesn’t cover, ...
I was looking for a way to make a porch floor that it doesn’t look like it is going down hill. I work with acrylics. Jane Will Kemp February 7, 2014 Reply Hi Jane, pleased you’re enjoying the website, to make the floor look realistic will be due to the perspective drawing of...
For an extra-fun design, you can create a gardenaround a tree, next to the house, or in a unique shape. Make sure there’s ample space for all of your painted rock flowers. Create a border around your chosen garden plot using the rocks you chase earlier. This simple border defines th...