We’ve been through two sets of stump stools since my husband and I built our fire pit. The first set became firewood and we simply replaced them with an oak set after straight-line winds felled a tree down the street. If you live in an old wooded neighborhood as I do, all you have to… Continue reading Stump stools around your fire pit
Category: DIY
4 Darling DIY Ideas for the Fourth of July
Ready to get festive this Fourth of July? Here are 6 easy and inexpensive crafts to set the perfect scene for your patriotic soiree. Your family will “ooh” and “ahh” over your handiwork, and you’ll be delighted at all the money you’ll save by making your own Fourth of July decor! Fourth of July Mason… Continue reading 4 Darling DIY Ideas for the Fourth of July
Quick and Easy Ideas for a Mother’s Day Brunch
Mother’s Day is in just a couple of short days and we all know how important it is to celebrate the mothers in our lives. I’ve been traveling this week, so my planning for the Mother’s Day brunch I’m putting on has been a little lacking. But for those who find themselves scrambling to throw… Continue reading Quick and Easy Ideas for a Mother’s Day Brunch
How to Lower Your Bills
Insulating exposed hot water pipes coming from the heating system and hot water tank is an easy and inexpensive way to reduce your energy bills and improve comfort. Preformed foam insulating sleeves come in various sizes at hardware and home center stores. They can easily be cut with crimping tool or a utility knife. For… Continue reading How to Lower Your Bills