“Now is the winter of our discontent…” so said Richard, Duke of Gloucester, later to be King Richard III (but not for long) in Shakespeare’s play Richard III. Workplace safety really wasn’t his speciality. If ever there was a man in need of underground utility locating services to hide his misdeeds, it was Richard III. […]
Create a Blooming Fall Garden
As a resident of Texas, you know that it can be hard to get your garden blooming and beautiful, especially as the seasons change. As summer fades into fall, it’s helpful to have an idea of what plants will weather the cooler temps and keep your garden looking fabulous all autumn long. Here are a […]
Building The Perfect Outdoor Shed
If ladders, lawnmowers, gardening tools and lumber are taking over your garage, you might consider erecting an outdoor storage shed in your backyard. Building your own outdoor shed is probably easier than you realize—especially if you follow these steps: Best Laid Plans The wisest way to kick off your shed project, especially if you’re a […]
Turning Old Furniture Into A Stylish Garden Planter
We all have that one piece of furniture we don’t quite know what to do with, but don’t want to let go of. Repurposing those old pieces of furniture into your garden is the perfect way to thriftily style your home or garden. Take this DIY upcycled side table project, for instance. It takes a garage […]
Planting an Edible Garden
Staying healthy isn’t easy, especially considering the often-high cost of healthful, nutritious produce. Everyone wants to live a more healthful lifestyle, but not all of us have the budget to blow on a week’s worth of organic fruits and veggies from a specialty grocery store. The solution? Planting your own edible garden. If you have […]