Are you aware that properties with high curb appeal tend to sell 7% more than those without? Whether or not you are in the market to sell, upgrading your home’s porch decorations and aesthetics will bode well for you. A home with a friendly face will not only make the neighbors happy but will attract…
Your rocking chair is no doubt your favorite place to sit in your home, but did you know there are ways to make it even better? Rocking chair pads are a cost-effective way to keep your rocking chairs as comfortable as possible and they may even make you wonder why you’re just considering one now!…
Have you ever spent the weekend in a cozy cabin in the woods or mountains? Maybe you have an annual beach vacation where you stay in a cottage on the shore. It’s easy to see what we love about hiking through the woods or feeling the sand between our toes, but there’s something special…
If home is where the heart is, then the patio is the smile that brings people in. Patios come in all different shapes and sizes, but their function is the same – a cozy outdoor space to be enjoyed by many people. Can you remember the last time you saw your neighbors spending time…
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure. Which is probably why upcycling continues to be popular among homeowners. But what exactly is upcycling? According to The Huffington Post, upcycling is the art of making treasure out of trash. It is a stylish, practical, and beneficial way to reduce waste and create a one-of-a-kind piece…
You close your eyes and picture it: your dream front porch. Every last detail is planned out perfectly in your head, but you have no idea where to start. A great front porch needs to serve several purposes: it has to feel hospitable and inviting, look beautiful and – above all else – it…
Rustic wall art is an important part of home decor and goes a long way to making your home feel more complete. A bare wall is boring and uninteresting but if you add a bit of art to the mix, you’ll very quickly see how much character it adds by itself. As with most…
Wicker remains one of the most popular types of outdoor furniture for the patio. Consisting of semi-thick fibrous material that’s interwoven together, it’s a highly durable yet incredibly lightweight solution. Cultures throughout the world have used wicker to create furniture for centuries, and even today it remains a popular choice among homeowners. But…
When I was a kid, my baby brother received a birthday card with a button pin inside of it that was a little larger than a generous man’s fist. It read: It’s My Birthday, and I Can Do Whatever I Want! He wore it all day, and all day we honored it. He got to…
It happens to many people, all across America, every day. After years of living in a large home, after the children are grown and gone, the house starts to get to be more trouble than we can handle. Suddenly, that large yard that was a joy to maintain is looking overgrown, and it’s chock full…
