Category: Outdoor Living

A Smart and Modern Entryway Renovation

When moving into a new home, you want to make a great first impression for your guests. With a little help from The Home Depot, Jacki Quinones was able to make this front entryway feel like home to her. When we moved into our home a few months back, we knew a new front door... The …

Family Friendly Backyard Makeover

As a lucky winner of the 2019 Orange Tank Competition, Brittany made her dream project to transform her backyard into the perfect family hangout a reality. Earlier this year, I had the opportunity to attend a home blogging conference where I pitched a backyard makeover to The Home Depot. I was so excited to win... The …

Back Porch Rebuild and Refresh

When you purchase a fixer upper to renovate, you are taking on a huge challenge. With a little help from The Home Depot, Katherine Brooks of Design Central Project revamped her neglected back porch to a beautiful space for the whole family to enjoy. When we purchased our 1905 Victorian home a couple of years... The …

Southern Front Porch Makeover

The first impression your house makes on new guests is in its curb appeal, particularly the look of the front porch area. To make his home feel more inviting, Mike Poorman of Woodshop Mike took on a full front porch makeover inclusive of fresh paint and stain, and a few key product replacements from The... The …

Shed Turned Lake Bunkhouse

At the 2018 Haven Conference, three lucky winners were selected to make their dream projects a reality with the help of The Home Depot. Read below on how one of the winners, Amie Freling Brown of Meme Hill Studio, was able to transform a backyard shed into anyone’s nautical-themed lake bunkhouse. The Itsy Bitsy Bunkhouse... The …

DIY Potting Bench + Apple Cider Bar

Jennifer Caroll of Celebrating Everyday Life builds a potting bench that can transition into any season. Find out how she creates a beautiful apple cider bar that any guest will compliment this fall season. DIY Potting Bench + Apple Cider Bar It’s no secret that I love to entertain and I’m always looking for creative... The …

How to Install a Rain Barrel

Conserving water at home can be an easy task according to Vineta Jackson of The Handyman’s Daughter. Read on to find out exactly how to conserve water at home with a rain barrel installation. How to Install a Rain Barrel Seattle gets a lot of rain in the winter and spring, but goes into a... The …

Back Porch Overhaul

Mike Poorman of Woodshop Mike completely transformed his outdated back porch into an outdoor oasis. With a few simple upgrades, he has created a outdoor space for both family and friends to enjoy. Back Porch Overhaul Our back porch overlooks a quiet, wooded backyard with just the right amount of breeze. It’s a great place... The …

Garden To Table Recipes

After planning, prepping, and tending to your garden it’s time to use all of those wonderful herbs, fruits, and veggies your garden has produced. Follow along as Ashley of Heirloomed shares one of her favorite garden to table recipes. Just getting started? Click here to check out the rest of her Farmhouse Garden series! Garden... The …

Tending to Your Farmhouse Garden

Taking proper care of your garden is a crucial step in ensuring it remains healthy throughout the season. Follow along as Ashley of Heirloomed shares her favorite tips for tending to your farmhouse garden. Click here to check out the rest of her Farmhouse Garden series. Tending to Your Farmhouse Garden My farmhouse garden is in... The …

Planting Your Farmhouse Garden

After you’ve done all of the prep work, you’re ready to plant your new farmhouse garden. Follow along as Ashley of Heirloomed shares her favorite tips for planting to your farmhouse garden. Click here to check out the rest of her Farmhouse Garden series. Planting Your Farmhouse Garden Hey, it’s Ashley from Heirloomed and if you’ve... The …

Planning and Preparing Your Garden

Creating a fresh garden doesn’t have to be a daunting project. Follow along as Ashley of Heirloomed shares a few easy tips for planning your own farmhouse inspired garden. Click here to check out the rest of her Farmhouse Garden series. Planning and Preparing Your Garden It’s Ashley from heirloomed again and today I’m sharing a... The …

Inspiration for Creating a Farmhouse Garden

Creating a fresh garden doesn’t have to be a daunting project. Follow along as Ashley of Heirloomed shares a few easy tips for planning your own farmhouse inspired garden. Inspiration for Creating a Farmhouse Garden Hi, I’m Ashley Schoenith, the founder + lifestyle designer of Heirloomed. I’m on a mission to keep heirlooms around for... The …

Installing a Paver Patio and Fire Pit from the Ground Up

Create the outdoor space of your dreams with a DIY paver patio. Follow along as Laura and Aaron of Garden Answer install a paver patio from the ground up, with tips and tricks for installing your own at home! Installing a Paver Patio and Fire Pit from the Ground Up! My brother and sister-in-law have... The …

How to Transform Your Backyard with Pavers

Follow along as Savannah of DIY and design blog Classy Clutter takes you through her backyard paver patio transformation step by step. Read more about the fun, family-friendly backyard makeover below. How to Transform Your Backyard With Pavers When we bought our house we knew that the backyard was going to need some major work. Installing patio... The …

Extend your Outdoor Space with a DIY Paver Patio

  Spend more time relaxing and entertaining in your backyard with the addition of a paver patio. Follow along as Miranda of Live Free Creative Co. completely transforms her neglected backyard by installing a DIY paver patio. Extend your Outdoor Space with a DIY Paver Patio Spring is creeping upon us, and there is no... The …

Patio Living in a Southern Outdoor Oasis

Adding a paver patio to your backyard can make outdoor entertaining a breeze. Follow along as Michiel Perry of Black Southern Belle creates a hardscaped patio area perfect for entertaining family and friends. Patio Living in a Southern Outdoor Oasis Outdoor entertaining is a must in the South and despite having the perfect backyard to... The …

How to install a paver patio

It can be difficult to style an outdoor space with no defined seating area. Follow along as Stacy Risenmay of Not Just a Housewife creates the perfect outdoor entertaining area by installing a paver patio. How to install a paver patio In the time we have lived in this house, we have never had a... The …

Creating a Backyard Entertaining Area with Paver Kits

Adding another entertaining area to your backyard can be an easy DIY project. Follow along as Morgan McBride of Charleston Crafted walks through a few simple steps to create this paver bench and fire pit set up! Creating a Backyard Entertaining Area with Paver Kits Our backyard is coming together. The second phase after completing... The …

How to Create a Lively Patio Space

Miranda Anderson of Live Free Creative Co. used this year’s Patio Style Challenge as an opportunity to transform the backyard of her new fixer upper into a perfect outdoor entertaining space. Follow along her style journey for tips on creating a cozy, lively patio space. How to Create a Lively Patio Outdoor Entertaining Space The... The …