Tips to Create Knock Out Container Gardens It's that time of year again where the weather is warming up and we can't get enough of colorful flowers blooming in the yard! It's also the time of year I like to fiddle around in the dirt and create a bountiful garden. If you don't … [Read more...]
Quick and Easy DIY Fan Trellis
Quick and Easy DIY Fan Trellis Every spring I find myself making a new fan trellis to replace my worn, weathered and rotting trellis that was left out over winter. This year, I am going to use the right materials (cedar and exterior screws) to allow me more than one season's … [Read more...]
Make Your Own DIY Rain Chains
Make Your Own DIY Rain Chains Do you know what a rain chain is? They are an attractive alternative to those boring downspouts connected to our home's gutters. Downspouts are incredibly beneficial since they help direct the draining of water during a rain storm. But, let's be … [Read more...]
Can This Battery-Powered Lawn Mower Really Replace a Gas-Powered Mower?
Can This Battery-Powered Lawn Mower Really Replace a Gas-Powered Mower? I have underestimated the abilities of battery-powered mowers for years. But, recently I received the STIHL RMA 460 Battery Powered Mower to test out. Did it live up to the claims? Would I sell my … [Read more...]
How to Build a Window Pane Lattice Privacy Fence and Gate
How to Build a Window Pane Lattice Privacy Fence and Gate I should probably re-name this post How to Build a Window Pane Lattice Semi-Privacy Fence. But, honestly it's only semi-private because the lots in downtown Raleigh are so close together and the next door neighbor's … [Read more...]
Saving Etta: Front Yard Transformation
Saving Etta: Front Yard Transformation & Tips for Saving Money on Landscaping I hope you enjoyed the backyard transformation I shared on Monday. Like the backyard, the front has taken on quite the transformation of its own. One of the first things I knew I wanted to do at … [Read more...]
Saving Etta Update: The Backyard Transformation
Saving Etta Update: The Backyard Transformation This has to be one of the biggest transformations (besides the demolition and framing) at the Saving Etta project! The backyard was an unruly mess of vines, overgrown shrubs, and weeds. I resisted the urge to do any landscaping … [Read more...]
46 Awesome DIY Projects for Outdoor Spaces
Awesome DIY Projects for Outdoor Spaces One great way to enjoy more time outdoors is to make your outdoor spaces useful, attractive, and functional! Here are 46 Awesome DIY Projects for Outdoor Spaces that will help you to create a personalized oasis on your property. Some are … [Read more...]
How to Easily Fix a Leaky Hose
How to Easily Fix a Leaky Hose A garden hose is a valuable tool around my yard in the summertime. It's vital to keep my yard looking beautiful, keeping plants watered, and occasionally for a fun water fight with my kids. But what happens when that very useful hose springs a … [Read more...]
Installing Concrete Paver Edging
Installing Concrete Paver Edging Edging can be a beautiful and decorative addition to your landscaping. It can delineate two different landscape materials, but can also prevent lighter weight materials (like mulch and fine gravel) from washing out during rain storms. Ultimately … [Read more...]
How to Build a Raised Garden Bed with a Cucumber Trellis
How to Build a Raised Garden Bed with a Cucumber Trellis Is there anything better than vegetables grown in your garden? They are hard to top! Cucumbers are very easy to grow, but do best if you give them a little extra care. When we decided to build a second raised vegetable … [Read more...]
How to Create an Inexpensive Mulch and Stone Walkway
How to Create an Inexpensive Mulch and Stone Walkway Spring is on its way and that means more rain. It's also the time of year when the grass has been dormant and there is more exposed dirt and mud in your yard. Let's be honest, everyone tends to have problem spots in their … [Read more...]
DIY Living Wall Planter Tutorial
DIY Living Wall Planter Tutorial For anyone who lives in a "not so sunny" place (and needs a quick pick me up from the dull grey skies), you'll find this easy DIY Living Wall Planter Tutorial just what you've been craving. Even if you live in the sunshine state, bringing the … [Read more...]
Use this App to Improve Your Home’s Curb Appeal
Use this App to Improve Your Home's Curb Appeal What would you say if I told you there's an app that could help you improve your curb appeal? Would you believe me? What if I told you this app could also help you complete all those home maintenance and repair tasks you've been … [Read more...]
DIY Fence Trellis
DIY Fence Trellis Hi, Pretty Handy Girl readers! I'm Vineta from The Handyman's Daughter, and today I'm going to show you how to create this easy DIY fence trellis. Easily give a boring, flat fence visual interest in winter, and a place for vines to grow in the summer!Our … [Read more...]
How to Compost – Magnificent Garden Soil
Do you compost? Oh my gosh, if you don't, why not?!!! It is easy, it's great for the environment and it will result in amazing nutrient rich soil that surpasses anything you can buy from a store! Some of the additional benefits are that you will reduce the amount of trash you … [Read more...]