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Stylish, Colorful or Quirky: Garden Art Adds Personality to Your Yard

May 8th 2023

Want something for your garden that adds appeal but never needs watering? Garden art is an ideal way to bring interest and personality to the empty spaces in your garden, without adding extra work.Garden decor can be whimsical, colorful, classic or zen. From animals to angel statues, garden gnomes to statues of saints, there are garden statues for every personality. In fact, ya … read more
Stylish, Colorful or Quirky: Garden Art Adds Personality to Your Yard
 

7 Bloomin’ Beautiful Ways to Celebrate May Day with Floral Decor

May 1st 2023

Although it’s celebrated more frequently in Europe than in the U.S., May Day (May 1) marks the middle of astronomical spring. Pagan folklore recognized the day as Beltane, a major spring festival with customs that have continued through modern times.Many May Day traditions focus on flowers, including flower garlands, May baskets and bouquets. At some May Day festivities, a Ma … read more
7 Bloomin’ Beautiful Ways to Celebrate May Day with Floral Decor
 

How to Make a Silk Flower Boutonniere

Apr 26th 2023

Originally published 6/14/2022Planning a wedding is complicated. There is so much to arrange! But in the midst of your wedding plans, one detail can be made simpler: The boutonniere. Boutonnieres for grooms or celebrants, parents and wedding attendants are easy to make using silk flowers. An attractive silk flower boutonniere often costs less than fresh – and it won’t wilt and turn brown before th … read more
How to Make a Silk Flower Boutonniere
 

When Should I Open My Pool for Summer?

Apr 21st 2023

As a pool owner, you probably check the weather forecast regularly in anticipation of swimming season. But when is that, exactly? When is the best time to open your pool?The answer to that question varies by geographic area. In some parts of the country, the weather is warm enough to swim all year long. In other areas, swim season lasts just a few balmy months.However, some general guidelines do e … read more
When Should I Open My Pool for Summer?
 

How to Keep Your Patio Furniture from Blowing Away in the Wind

Apr 12th 2023

If one strong gust of wind is enough to send your outdoor furniture skidding across the patio or your umbrella table toppling to the deck, you’ve probably struggled to find a solution. After a storm, no one wants to find their patio chairs lying in a mud puddle – or at the bottom of the swimming pool.
How to Keep Your Patio Furniture from Blowing Away in the Wind