There was an existing fire pit in our back yard when we bought our river house. It was a nice thing to use a few times every summer. But, the rest of the time it was an eyesore and an exercise in ... Read More about Revamp of Backyard Fire Pit
Home Care With A Wet Dog
If you have a wet dog, this blog is for you. If your dog has access to a pool or body of water and takes advantage, then want then wants in the house, welcome to my life. We live on a river ... Read More about Home Care With A Wet Dog
Build A Tree Deck To Hide Roots
Everyone loves a big shade-providing tree this time of year. But sometimes the big gnarly roots can take up a lot of space, get in the way and be a tripping hazard. When nothing can grow under a ... Read More about Build A Tree Deck To Hide Roots
Painted Glass: An Easy Project With So Many Possibilities
I have done a couple of projects recently where I painted glass. I am pleased with the results, and my head is spinning thinking of the possibilities. Painting glass is not rocket science, but there ... Read More about Painted Glass: An Easy Project With So Many Possibilities
Use A Banquette In A Small Dining Area
I have always been a big fan of the banquette. For those of you that don’t know, a banquette is a raised bench along a wall. Banquettes are generally used to fit more people around a dining table, ... Read More about Use A Banquette In A Small Dining Area
How Not To Plan Raised Garden Boxes
This blog is about my experience with raised garden boxes. I am going to preface this by saying that I am a terrible gardener. I garden firstly, because you have to when you have a property with a ... Read More about How Not To Plan Raised Garden Boxes