My once peaceful and beautiful back yard is still in shambles, mainly since the long recovery from Hurricane Irma. I could really relate to this article about starting over again.
Check out the article if you are in need of inspiration like me!
Showing posts with label outdoor projects. Show all posts
Showing posts with label outdoor projects. Show all posts
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
Inspiration for a Beautiful Back Yard
My once peaceful and beautiful back yard is still in shambles, mainly since the long recovery from Hurricane Irma. I could really relate to this article about starting over again.
Check out the article if you are in need of inspiration like me!
Friday, June 10, 2016
DIY Concrete Countertop For Your Outdoor Kitchen
Concrete is a durable and inexpensive solution to your outdoor kitchen countertops.
I've worked with concrete on many outdoor projects for decades and many of them are still intact and functional. In addition, concrete was fun to work with and once I started, it was so addicting that I kept thinking of new projects to work on. Try it!
Click here for an excellent article on creating a concrete countertop for your outdoor kitchen.
Saturday, April 16, 2016
Homemade Mosaic Planter
Tuesday, July 28, 2015
DIY Fake Rocks and Boulders
There is no limit to what you can create with this type of project.
You may simply want to add some large fake boulders in your garden design, make the facade for the waterfall and pond you have been dreaming of or a raised bed that doubles as a place to sit.
Once you know the basics of creating a rock, the method is the same no matter what the size of the project.
I've worked with concrete for garden projects for more than 10 years and I must say that for me it has been a very satisfying and addicting endeavor. One project leads to another!
Click here to go to the article, "How to Make Fake Rocks and Boulders" from eHow. You will also find links to other methods of making rocks, boulders, etc.
Sunday, May 10, 2015
DIY Garden Fountain
Thursday, August 7, 2014
A Cozy Spot
There is no better therapy for stress than to have a cozy spot outdoors to enjoy the sights and sounds of nature.
Back in the day, we had "rooms" set up in the garden for different times of day as the sun would hit the area a certain way. Then we had the spots that were perfect for watching the stars at night.
We are blessed to live in Florida when we can enjoy a meal outdoors just about any time of the year.
Fine Gardening is a great website to gather inspiration for creating a new spot in your garden. I love spending time going through all the awesome photos of gardens from all over the world.
This photo is from a garden in Connecticut . . . so comfy and cozy, yet very simple. To see more photos of this beautiful garden, click here.
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Outdoor Fireplace
This photo is for inspiration only since the article I originally linked to on Pinterest has been removed from the website. I hate when that happens!
There is something about this backyard scenario that is so cozy and inviting. From my experience, even a small terracotta fire pot chimney in my back yard sets that cozy environment. There is something about an outdoor fire on a chilly night that is so inviting!
Click here for an article on the Better Homes and Gardens website that features 20 outdoor fireplace ideas that will get your inspiration going if you are ready to add that cozy mood to your back yard.
Saturday, July 20, 2013
Outdoor shower
When it comes to the garden, there are many projects that are still dreams and ideas in my head . . . an outdoor shower is on the top of that list!
From Sunset Magazine . . .
This weekend project has three basic parts: two wing walls and a center pole with the plumbing attached.
Time: One weekend (4 hours of labor, plus drying time for sealer)
Difficulty: 3 (on a scale of 1–10; requires modest woodworking skills)
Cost: About $170
Click here for the full article, including instructions and material list.
Awesome collection of backyard projects!
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