A few weeks ago, I told you that I was going to begin working on a BIG curb appeal project, starting with making over the front lawn. Today, I'm sharing the results of a 3-day grass overhaul project and how we made it happen! You guys: it ... Read More about The New Front Lawn: Before and After!
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5 Summer Air Conditioning Do’s & Don’ts to Keep You Cool (and On Budget!)
These practical and easy-to-tackle HVAC 101 maintenance tips will not only help keep your unit in top working condition but can save you thousands in costly repairs. Your HVAC system: in terms of home maintenance, it can feel like one of the more ... Read More about 5 Summer Air Conditioning Do’s & Don’ts to Keep You Cool (and On Budget!)
Caladium Leaf — 2 Ways! | Free Cross Stich Pattern
This caladium leaf cross stitch pattern can be completed in 2 different colorways: pale baby pink, or a vibrant brigith pink stem! I've been making new patterns to go along with the leaf series I started last November. Considering that there ... Read More about Caladium Leaf — 2 Ways! | Free Cross Stich Pattern
How to Prune a Shrub Into a Small Tree
I absolutely LOVE turning my larger shrubs into petite little trees; they're just so elegant! But getting an overgrown shrub into a single-stem (or close to it) can be a laborious task. In this post, I cover my tips. Tips for Trimming a Large ... Read More about How to Prune a Shrub Into a Small Tree
DIY Outdoor Ottoman
I'm building a set of furniture for my new floating deck in my back yard. In this post, I'm sharing the easy-to-build ottoman. Hey friends! For those of you in the U.S., I hope you're having a wonderful Memorial Day weekend. As for myself, I'm ... Read More about DIY Outdoor Ottoman
DIY Storage Shelf with Baskets
Hey all, it’s Tylynn dropping in from Bitterroot DIY. It's been a little while since I shared a new project here at the Ugly Duckling House! I've been cranking out some major room makeovers at our house lately and got a little behind on blog posts ... Read More about DIY Storage Shelf with Baskets
