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Did you know that Artificial Plants and Trees carries 25 different types of artificial palm trees. When you look at each individual variety within those categories, that accounts for more than 150 different choices when it comes to decorating your home with artificial palm trees. What better way is there to bring your favorite parts Read More
Archives for March 2014
5 Tips for Creating an Outdoor Seating Area
With spring quickly approaching, it is time to start thinking about our outdoor spaces again. As days warm up and we have sunlight long into the evening, it is the perfect time to get outside, spruce up your landscape, and think about designing an inviting place to have conversations with friends and family. Creating the Read More
Spring Flowers and Planting Projects Coming Soon
Spring is almost here and In preparation, I have just receive a huge shipment of absolutely stunning spring flowers and plants. Believe it or not, every single plant pictured here, and more still that were outside the frame, are designed for outdoor use. That is right, these artificial spring flowers and plants are UV protected Read More
Sun Protection with Patio Umbrellas
Daylight saving’s time is upon us once again, providing us with longer evenings to enjoy outdoors. These longer hours of sunlight also mean more exposure to UV rays. Protect yourself from direct sunlight when you place patio umbrellas around your outdoor space. Patio umbrellas can be used in a variety of ways, both in your Read More
Adding Gazebos and Trellises for Curb Appeal
When you think of gazebos, pergolas, and trellises, you probably consider them more of a back-yard item and until recently, I did too. But what about the view that we have of our homes from the street? Many homes have part or all of their back yard viewable from the street level, especially if your Read More
DIY: March Wreath Tutorial
Every month we do a tutorial for a beautiful seasonal wreath and March is no different. For our March wreath, I was inspired by St. Patrick’s Day but I also wanted a wreath that would be beautiful throughout the spring. What I came up with was an all-season wreath that was given a St. Patty’s Read More
Decorating with Preserved Trees
If you aren’t quite ready to make the switch from real to artificial trees, why not consider preserved trees instead? They give you that same low-maintenance benefit of artificial trees with the genuine qualities that you are looking for. Today, preserved trees are available in some truly stunning varieties, including Eucalyptus, Bonsai, and Juniper. Eucalyptus Read More
DIY: Chalkboard Coasters
Does this weather have you down? I have a great craft project that is quick and easy. These chalkboard coasters double as name card for your next dinner party and are a great stay-busy activity for kids to do at a table. All you are going to need is a pack of porcelain coasters (1.99 Read More
The Garden Furniture Industry
Garden Furniture is a broad term used to describe the various furniture pieces that have been designed for outdoor use. This term is interchangeable with patio furniture or outdoor furniture. These items are made out of weather resistant materials, most commonly plastic, wood, metal, and wicker. Let’s take a closer look at the Garden Furniture Read More
The History of Adirondack Chairs
Adirondack chairs have been a favorite piece of outdoor furniture for more than 100 years. Believe it or not, this incredibly comfortable chair was invented right here in America. This wood chair crafted out of straight boards was the brain child of Thomas Lee, a man who was vacationing in Westport, New York the summer Read More