| Published on Mar 12, 2024
Just because no one lives in the garage, don’t make the mistake of storing anything and everything in it. Garages often host pests. Some items are hazardous in the garage. Many things deteriorate when stored someplace with…
| Published on Mar 14, 2024
Garage sales are good places to find vases, dishes, books, and many other items–cheap. They can also give you bedbugs, unsafe items, and disappointment. Some things should never be purchased at garage sales or yard sales.
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Buying plastic starter pots and trays certainly isn’t going to tip the world into a climate disaster, but when there are so many plastic-free options these days, you have every reason to choose sustainable over synthetic. Below, five Gardenista-approved, Earth-friendly options for…
Do your plants need to be repotted? What are the signs they have outgrown their pots? How do you actually repot anyway? Will repotting hurt your plant?
Repotting isn’t hard. Let’s get started.
N.B.: Featured photograph by Justine Hand, from DIY: How to Care for…
| Published on Mar 8, 2024
Lighting design is an underappreciated but critical aspect of room design, so knowing how to design the lighting elements will help any room feel more cohesive. This is why it is worth understanding which outdated lighting trends…
Have water, will thrive. We must do our part in limiting our water usage when it comes to our backyard plantings. Try these seven ways to reduce water usage through a diverse effort of water catchment systems and clever planting.
In our…
You promised yourself you’d do better this year and start your seeds on time. You have the supplies, the seeds, a good location with a lot of light (or a grow light). You’ve checked the back of the seed packet and it’s…
St. Amour also mentions that the 1-foot-by-4-foot Kallax configuration can easily be made into an entryway bench. “Pop it onto the stand, add a cushion from Etsy, and you have a custom, one-of-a-kind bench,” she says.
The Kallax is great for storing…
| Published on Feb 27, 2024
Enter your landscape project’s length, width, and desired river rock depth to calculate the weight and volume of rock you’ll need. You can choose from one of twenty types of popular landscape rock and gravel. The calculator…
| Published on Feb 27, 2024
Small spaces present the perfect opportunity for a cozy setup, but these rooms also have drawbacks. Decorating a smaller space can be tricky, especially for those not into excess or maximalist decor.
To help you make the most…