Shipshewana is a small eastern Indiana town surrounded by country dwelling Amish residents, and the deep-rooted Amish heritage and the curiosity the Amish lifestyle brings is what draws thousands of people each year to Shipshewana. The town of Shipshewana is well known for a huge flea market, numerous shops, unique craft stores, country style restaurants, ...
Central Texas is home to Austin and its great diverse population. More sophisticated than many cities its size, people in Austin are demanding shoppers and gardeners and plant lovers have quite a few fabulous nurseries and garden shops to choose from when planting or planning to landscape or just to add some color and foliage. ...
Spring is the perfect time to deck your outdoor spaces with color and comfort. With a little imagination you can turn a boring wall into a blooming garden or a faded table into the brightest spot on your deck or porch. Whether your outdoor space is covered or exposed to the elements, here’s how you ...
Outdoor wooden tables are sometimes treated with a clear water sealing product to prevent moisture damage. Others are painted cedar red, white or forest green. These options are typical and visually boring. Why not do something more creative? Add color and appeal to your outdoor living area. Anything is possible with paint. I had an ...
If you do a lot of gardening, whether it be vegetables or flowers, it may be a good idea to invest in some quality gardening supplies. Potting benches, also known as potting tables, are especially a great investment when you spend a lot of time in your garden. Having a potting bench helps keep you ...
Having fresh herbs just beyond your door is a real treat. Not only are they far more flavorful than dried varieties, but they are also visually appealing and highly fragrant. It does not take a lot of space to grow an herb garden, especially in a container. Even those with a balcony can enjoy growing ...
For bird lovers and gardeners alike, having birds in your yard or garden is a joy and even a big help. There are several things that will attract birds to your yard and the top two essentials are food and water. Birds need water just like humans do, and in the cool winter and early ...
Are you looking for a simple, cute, homemade decoration for Halloween? Well, look no further than your own refrigerator! By using an empty gallon-sized plastic milk carton, you can create a festive luminary to add some light and whimsy to your outdoor decor. Here are the simple steps: 1. Prepare your milk carton. That’s as ...
Cement keyhole-shaped pavers are good for more than just paving walkways and edging flowerbeds. They have six sides topped by a rectangle or square, and their distinct keyhole shape presents many possibilities for unique and creative crafts. They are typically very inexpensive, and they are fantastic for group projects of many different kinds. Try these ...
There are many people who enjoy decorating their home with outdoor winter decorations. It is a nice way to celebrate the season instead of dreading the cold. Outdoor decorations for winter come in various styles, including a penguin or snowman stand-up, winter house flag, and LED lights that look like icicles. You can decorate both ...