Is winter over yet? We got snowed in, while we were out of town at the home show last weekend in a place where it usually doesn’t snow. I am so over it. I heard the groundhog didn’t see his shadow, so let’s hope that is good news. In the meantime we will just keep […]
DIY Giant Lighted Star for Outdoor Christmas Light Display
Looking for something different this year for your outdoor holiday light display? We’ve got something for you today… and it’s not a little something. We’re talking a BIG something: a giant lighted star. And when we say giant, we mean GIANT: 16 feet tall! We’ve done this for a couple years now and we love […]
The Easy Guide to Trimming and Edging Your Yard Like a Pro
This post about The Easy Guide to Trimming and Edging Your Yard Like a Pro – is made in partnership with STIHL. All opinions (and yard work) are my own. I have a confession to make. I really don’t like working out at a gym…. I like the weight machines, but I don’t love the […]
Budget-Friendly Outdoor Dining Space with IKEA Furniture
This post is sponsored by our very favorite budget-saving brand ever: IKEA. All opinions are our own. I don’t know about you, but I am ready for summer to begin! It’s funny, we had REALLY mild weather til the end of February. About that time, we started feeling like, yes, winter is over. Psych… it […]
Pallet Wood Yard Dominoes + Printable Scorecard and Game Instructions
It’s finally warming up here in Utah, so we are dreaming of sun and family vacations and playing games outside in our beautiful yard. Awhile back we made a YARDZEE yard dice set that we’ve really enjoyed (and it makes a great easy gift idea, too!) and today we’re adding to our favorite yard games list […]
How to Paint a Concrete Patio
Thank you to DRYLOK® for partnering with us to update our patio! I am SO excited about this space now! All opinions are my own in this post how to paint a concrete patio. Read our full disclosure policy here. One of the things I love about our new house is the covered patio space. […]
15 Outdoor DIY Projects for a Summer-Ready Yard
Summer will be here before we know it and the best part of summer (and our favorite part of our house!) is lounging and playing in the yard. So to get you and your yard ready for summer, we’ve gathered 15 of our favorite outdoor DIY projects, from outdoor seating and patio tables to pergola […]
Outdoor Sectional Sofa Reveal
On Presidents’ Day weekend I had the privilege to go to the St George parade of homes. The weather was beautiful, and when I came back north, the weather was gorgeous it was in the 60s. I breathed a huge sigh of relief, I was finally like “Yes winter is over!” We’ve had a lot of […]
30 Outdoor Pallet Projects
30 Outdoor Pallet Projects Pallets are a great starting point for many projects — like all of these! The rustic look is great for interior pallet decor if it fits your style, but some of my favorites are outdoor pallet projects. The rough and weathered look of pallet wood is so well suited to yards […]
DIY Retaining Wall Block Fire Pit
Hi y’all! Madeline from Ellis & Page here- I am so excited to share my project with you today- a DIY retaining wall block fire pit. When we bought our new house, we bought it because of the view. The inside needs so. much. work (you can see some befores here and here), and it […]
Easy DIY Outdoor Lighting Around a Fire Pit
We are so excited today to feature a Remodelaholic-inspired project by a lovely reader, Caroline. She was inspired by Lauren and Brett’s amazing firepit pergola with swings and put up some magical but simple DIY outdoor lighting around her fire pit: Caroline was so sweet to be featured and to share the details so we […]
DIY Outdoor Decor for Winter
Durable Outdoor Decor for Winter There are few things more picturesque than home covered in snow and all decked out in holiday cheer. But the winter elements aren’t kind to many types of decorations, and you don’t want to spend up your whole Christmas budget on decorating your home’s exterior! Try these durable and budget-friendly ideas […]
Staining A Deck
Well, we have a new house. I know, it still feels a little weird to me too. We have a TON of work to do. I think we might move in by 2017 at the soonest… or at least that is what it feels like! I would REALLY love to have you follow along with […]
5 Backyard Activities for Lazy Summer Days
Summertime is the season of vacations, family time, and swimming, but we all have these lazy summer days that all we want to do is stay home and relax. Here are 5 backyard activities to keep your kids (and you!) busy this summer while staying at home. 1. Sidewalk Chalk Paint Have a concrete […]
Grilled Pineapple
This spring favorite starring fresh seasonal pineapple is the perfect side dish for your next outdoor gathering. Fire up the grill and enjoy this delicious and guilt-free treat! Grilled Pineapple Grilled Pineapple Recipe Type: Appetizer Author: Foodieaholic Ingredients 1 pineapple, peeled & sliced in 1 in thick pieces 1 jalepeno pepper, fine diced 2 tablespoons […]
