Ideas17+ Hilarious Funny Skeleton Yard Display Ideas Skeletons don't have to be scary when you can turn your front lawn into a neighborhood comedy show. Grab a few posable bony friends and let's set up some hilarious scenes that will make everyone do a double-take. 1. Host a High-Stakes Poker Game High stakes skeleton poker game. Three standard posable skeletons fit perfectly around a cheap folding card table. Throw a plastic poker set on top…
Ideas13+ Brilliant Small Retaining Wall Ideas for Your Yard Sloping yards can be a headache, but a small retaining wall easily turns that awkward incline into flat, usable garden space. I pulled together my favorite simple builds that you can tackle in a weekend without heavy machinery. 1. Weathering Steel Borders Steel borders create a sleek, modern garden edge. Rusty metal edges give garden beds an instant modern update while holding back loose soil. You…
Design AnatomyFarm Style Fence Build Specs: Lumber and Spacing Cheat SheetTap any label to skip straight to it. If you want a boundary that lasts for decades, you need the exact lumber and spacing cheat sheet to purchase the right materials and build a classic farm style fence.Free printable PDFLumber & Spacing Cheat SheetBuild a classic, structurally sound farm style fence.Download the guide Setting the Posts and Cutting the Tops Before you attach any rails,…
Design Anatomy3-Zone Backyard Layout: The Designer Map for Rectangle YardsClick a note to read that part first. If your rectangular lot feels like a narrow bowling alley, our 3-Zone Backyard Layout Measurement Guide will help you map out three distinct, professionally proportioned living zones. You will learn exactly how to measure and mark your space to create a lush, functional retreat right outside your back door.Free printable PDF3-Zone Backyard Layout Measurement GuideMap out a lush,…
Design AnatomyLandscaping Around Tree Roots: The 2-Day Planting PlanTap any label to skip straight to it. Transform the bare dirt under your mature trees into a thriving garden with our printable two-day root-bed planting plan. You will be able to safely plant and mulch a beautiful groundcover bed this weekend without harming your tree’s delicate root system.Free printable PDFLandscaping Around Tree RootsSafely plant a beautiful groundcover bed without harming delicate root systems.Download the guide Keep…
Ideas13+ Brilliant Cheap No Grass Front Yard Ideas for Your Home We all know keeping a traditional lawn green takes way too much water, time, and money. I put together these affordable alternatives so you can finally ditch the grass without blowing your budget. 1. Modern Pea Gravel Paths Pea gravel instantly upgrades a bare yard. Pea gravel instantly modernizes a tired dirt patch. It costs just a few dollars a bag and spreads out…
Ideas9+ Brilliant Small Backyard Above Ground Pool Landscaping Ideas Turning a bulky above ground pool into a seamless part of your yard just takes a little strategic planting and edging. I put together these practical setups you can easily recreate in a single weekend. 1. Create a Clean Gravel Border Clean gravel border hides pool tracks. Build a simple gravel border around the base of your pool to hide the ugly bottom track. Dig out…
Ideas12+ Clever Small Backyard Fire Pit Landscaping Ideas Turning a tiny yard into a cozy hangout is easier than you think when you build around a central fire pit. I pulled together my favorite landscaping tricks to help you carve out a dedicated s'mores zone without eating up your whole lawn. 1. Lay a Pea Gravel Foundation Quick pea gravel base Pea gravel is the cheapest and fastest way to define a fire pit zone.…
Ideas10+ Stunning Siding for House Ideas for Your Home Updating the siding for house exteriors is the fastest way to completely change your home's curb appeal and set a gorgeous backdrop for your garden. I pulled together my absolute favorite looks that blend beautiful textures with serious durability. 1. Crisp Board and Batten White board and batten exterior Contrast makes this board and batten siding combination incredibly striking against lush green garden beds. Pairing crisp…
Design AnatomyLow-Maintenance Front Yard Landscaping & Plant Spacing ChartTap any label to skip straight to it. You can absolutely design a self-sustaining front bed and use our spacing chart to plant shrubs and perennials perfectly for their mature size. Download our mature-width spacing chart below to plant a front yard that looks polished on autopilot, saving you countless hours of weekend yard work.Free printable PDFMature-Width Spacing ChartPlan a self-sustaining, low-maintenance front yardDownload the guide The…
