Do you ever wonder about the Great Pumpkin like Charlie Brown did in the pumpkin patch? In the small town of Arthur located in Central, IL, now family and their children can have fun searching for that “great pumpkin,” at the Great Pumpkin Patch this fall. The patch is open from September 14th-October 31st, for ...
The popularity of staycations has led to more homeowners embracing unique trends for their outdoor living spaces. Patios and decks have gone through an incredible evolution in recent years as they have been transformed for multiple functions. The choices continue to increase and present options for everyone. Plantscaping Many homeowners have transformed their patios into ...
Every year, the summer wind fills with the smell of burning charcoal and mesquite wood. It rings in the season better than the heat or the sound of ice cream trucks. Having a dedicated grilling station instead of a wobbly outdoor table makes the experience somehow more formal and permanent. For grilling enthusiasts, it is ...
Applying stain to pine is a real challenge due to the high absorbency of this wood. Stain applied to pine can come out blotchy. Pine absorbs too much stain in some places and not enough in others, causing a splotched look. There are a few things that can be done to give pine a smooth ...
If you’re tired of your old or outdated vinyl flooring, but don’t have the money necessary to replace it, consider painting it to give it a brand new look. This DIY home improvement project will brighten the room and give the entire space a more updated look. Here we’ll discuss the materials needed to properly ...
If you are looking for classic decorating ideas for a new home, you may want to consider a French country decorating theme. This casual, yet elegant style is inspired by the flowering fields found under pale blue, sunny French skies. This look also includes elements from the scenic, quaint villages scattered throughout this romantic countryside. ...
Do you ever get the feeling that maybe, just maybe … you’ve outdone yourself? That with your last bit of gift-giving, you may have gotten so creative that you really might not be able to top it? Impossible. You just need a creative jumpstart. Here are just a few ideas for some great gifts you ...
Many times when moving into a new home or wanting to sell, you know there are home improvements that you could do to increase your home’s value and comfort. Getting the most value and making home improvements that are sure to be noticed are not always obvious to families that have lived in their home ...
If you’ve ever played around with polymer clay, you’ve probably discovered that those little two-ounce blocks can produce an almost limitless number of objects. If you’ve only thought about trying it, but are not sure where to start, there’s a lot of inspiration on the web. Here are 10 sites that are sure to get ...
