A home doesn’t stop at the back door, so the garden gets just as much attention here as anything indoors. In this category, I share budget-friendly ways to improve outdoor space, from small updates like painting fences and adding pots, to bigger projects like patios, planting, and drainage.
I’m not a natural green thumb, so expect honest, practical advice rather than expert horticulture, plus real updates from our own garden renovation as it progresses. Whether you’re starting from scratch or just want a few affordable ideas to freshen things up, you’ll find realistic inspiration here rather than anything requiring a professional gardener.
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Are you debating whether to install decking at home? It’s a job that we completed in our first house, and one that was so worthwhile as it gave us the space we needed without having to spend thousands on a new patio. The big question is: is it worth the investment? Whether you’re planning to…
As the winter months approach, garden enthusiasts often wonder how to best prepare their lawns for the chilling temperatures and harsh conditions. Winter lawn care is a vital yet often overlooked aspect of garden maintenance. It’s not just about preserving the aesthetic appeal of your garden; it’s also about ensuring the survival and flourishing of…
Gardens, for many, are cherished sanctuaries—private retreats where nature embraces architecture, whispering tales of growth and seasons. But even these serene havens need the occasional spruce up. If the time has come to reimagine your garden space, you’re in for a journey of creativity and rediscovery. From trending layouts to essential tools and equipment, here’s…
I absolutely love Christmas – the Christmas presents, the food, the decor, the spirit! I love seeing everyone’s Christmas table (and don’t forget, even if you’re on a budget, you can find plenty of affordable Christmas decor). But you should think about how to decorate the outside of your house as well as the inside….
Come autumn time, it’s all too easy for dropping temperatures to make us spend less time outside. But this is a real shame, causing us to miss out on the many benefits of spending time in nature. Making things extra colourful is a great way to convince you that it’s worth wrapping up in the…
Gardening is an ongoing task – it often feels never ending and you might run out of inspiration. Now, you can be inspired with the vertical garden. Vertical gardening is a concept that defies the convention of planting in horizontal beds. It’s a new dynamic approach to growing fruits and vegetable and means you can…
The principles associated with feng shui date back to the ancient Chinese policy of organising buildings in a way that reflects harmony and balance. It has become popular in Western culture as a way to organise the home, get a better night’s sleep or produce a sense of calm. The same principles can also be…
As DIY projects are low on my agenda right now, having just had a baby, I wanted to bring you some fab DIY ideas from others. This week, Natalie from All Homesteading, reveals how to create shelving for a greenhouse out of two pallets. You can check out her blog where you can find tips…
Summer is the perfect time to relax in your garden with a cold drink and some delicious snacks, and what’s better than doing that while sitting on comfortable garden furniture? But if you want to make the most of your summer relaxation time, it’s important to take care of your furniture so that it lasts…
Gardens have always been a valuable addition to one’s property, but many of us failed to notice their beauty until the pandemic had us cooped up at home. No matter whether you’re going through lockdowns, or your budget comes out short and you’re not able to leave the daily woes behind hiding in a far-off…
Ad – The products in this post were gifted in return for an honest review. Can you believe it’s now been a whole year since we moved into our ‘new’ home. I keep calling it new, but it isn’t really anymore. We feel fully settled here and what a year it’s been. I don’t think…
It’s kind of hard to believe we’ve lived in this house now since August 2020, a whole 8 months that have flown by. While we’ve tried to make some budget changes, like painting my home office and upcycling our bedroom furniture, the garden has been a job we’ve tackled one step at a time. To…