Guest Blogger #397, Entry #992, March 2, 2012 When it comes to spending time with your family and giving them a piece of yourself, you may eventually reach the startling conclusion that while you feel like you are giving everything you have to your family, every bit of time and every ounce of effort (in…
Guest Blogger #390, Entry #984, February 29, 2012 Everyone’s backyard or patio is different. However, everyone has a common goal when it comes to decorating their backyard, and that’s tranquility. It needs to be a place that you can escape to, an area to get some fresh hair, and a part of your home where…
Entry #972, February 23, 2012 Deciding on indoor furniture in your home is a hard job, but deciding on outdoor garden furniture can add the extra challenge of holding up to the elements. Now that spring is on its way, it’s the perfect time to consider what type of outdoor garden furniture will work best…
Guest Blogger #373, Entry #965, February 20, 2012 As winter is coming towards an end, more and more homeowners are starting to pay attention to their gardens. Get a head start this year by tackling your landscaping and tree trimming goals today! Planting flowers, shrubs, and plants may seem like an easy task. After all,…
Best of 2012 – #4! See the entire Best of 2012 on Stagetecture here Guest Blogger #352, Entry #930, January 31, 2012 It’s no secret that more people are incorporating green living into their lives than ever. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect opportunity to jump in on the green movement, your backyard might…
Entry #627, August 23, 2011 Before you know it, summer will be leaving and we will be welcoming in fall and cooler temperatures. Luckily, summer’s end is a great time to take advantage of the outdoors, lazy summer weekends, and warm temperatures. Your garden area is a prime place to add decorative items to captivate…
Guest Blog #149, Entry #621, August 17, 2011 As the last few weeks of summer round out, how are you spending your days? If you have a garden or outdoor area with plenty of space for greenery and relaxation, how about find activities for you and your family to enjoy? Today, my Guest Blogger gives…
Guest Blog #125, Entry #592, July 19, 2011 While you may have a ‘green thumb’, you may think that caring for your garden requires a lot of money to keep fresh plants and quality garden tools on hand and in your garden. Today, my Guest Blogger gives tips for caring for your garden on a…
Guest Blog #124, Entry #590, July 17, 2011 Not to be confused with a conservatory, an orangery is usually constructed using stone or brick pillars to support the glazed roof and is then tailored with large voluminous windows between the pillars to allow the natural light to burst through while giving panoramic views. Orangeries were…
Guest Blog #120, Entry #585, July 12, 2011 Depending on the climate, the summertime may be the best time to start your vegetable garden. Growing your own vegetables ensures you can grow free from pesticides, hormones, and control the environmental factors around your food. Organic gardening has taken off, and learning how to do it…
Entry #583, July 10, 2011 When I hear my friends and colleagues talk about how they are spending their summers, they are filled with vacations, relaxing, spending time with family in the outdoors, and plenty of soul searching…. geesh not me! My summer has been filled with chauffeuring my teenagers around the city and becoming…
Guest Blog #75, Entry #522, May 14, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday! Today is our 50th DIY Saturday – we have covered projects from home decor to repairing and green home topics. We’re always excited to bring you do it yourself projects that can help. If you have ideas for a DIY Saturday, feel free to…