Ideally, your backyard is where you can recharge, rest, and entertain. Maybe you aren’t sure what to do to spruce things up – you know your backyard could use an upgrade, but where do you start? From adding more seating to enchanting fairy lights, we’ve rounded up a list of ideas to make a big … Read more
Taking a vacation should be all about relaxation, not worrying about your plants. But if you are a plant lover, leaving behind your glorious greenery can indeed be a bit stressful. Let’s talk about how to keep your plants alive so vacation is enjoyable and your plants survive your absence. The key challenge here is making … Read more
Today’s Homeowner TV host Danny Lipford and Today’s Homeowner Media Production Manager Corey Wilson. (3 Echoes Content Studio) Raising backyard chickens can be a fun and rewarding experience, providing fresh eggs and even a source of companionship. However, before you start your backyard chicken journey, it’s important to understand the basics of building and maintaining … Read more
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. When Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott were discussing their dream home, they found a mutual love for old houses. They closed on a “magical” Georgian-style home in Los Angeles in … Read more
A Texas couple transformed their backyard into a pirate-themed playland. (Pirate Ship Playhouse Facebook) A simple wish for a pirate ship playhouse turned into a years-long quest that’s capturing the imaginations of both children and adults. Read to see how a Texas couple went somewhat “overboard” to transform a plain backyard into a nautical pirate … Read more
When you buy a house, especially a small home or one without a garage, a shed can be a real lifesaver. There’s just so much extra stuff that comes with homeownership, and it takes up a whole lot of precious space. Lawn mowers, snowblowers, shovels, rakes, fertilizer, paint, tools, and tons of other home maintenance … Read more
Erin CavotoCommerce Writer Erin writes about all things shopping-related for The Kitchn, including highlighting small cookware brands, testing cool products, or scoping out need-to-know sales. She’s also a regular at the Trader Joe’s cheese section and has a never-ending supply of tea at home.
Alta Forest Products’ Premium Treated Dog-Ear Fence Pickets add beauty and privacy to your yard. (Image via The Home Depot) If you’ve ever installed a privacy fence you know how tedious it can be to attach one picket after another. And it’s even worse with warped or twisted wood. So the folks at Alta Forest … Read more
This plant shelf/bench combo is perfect for patios and decks. (3 Echoes Content Studio) Free bench plans are now available for Tips for Today’s Homeowner newsletter subscribers. This two-in-one seating option offers space for guests AND plants! No green thumb? No problem. Use the plant shelf as a countertop — it’s the perfect height to pull … Read more
While many Americans think that summer starts on Memorial Day, it officially begins on summer solstice, usually June 21 in the Northern hemisphere. The longest day of the year seems like the ideal excuse for a party, so here are some ideas for a backyard celebration of midsummer. And if you don’t get around to throwing … Read more