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  • moonflower vine climbing up the large DIY wire trellis
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    DIY Hanging Wire Trellis

    ByBrittany Goldwyn January 8, 2025February 6, 2026

    Hey all! A few months ago I wrote about choosing a vinyl privacy fence over a standard wooden privacy fence. The fence is gorgeous, easy to keep clean, and doesn’t have any gaps between the slats. But one thing I do miss about having a wooden…

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    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    Outdoor Paver Console Table Build Plans

    ByBrittany Goldwyn June 23, 2024November 10, 2025

    Hi all! Today I’ve got an outdoor build for you—I’m sharing the steps for how I made an outdoor console table using a combination of wood and concrete pavers. I love using concrete pavers for outdoor builds to help keep them sturdy and to keep costs…

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    DIY Potting Bench Plans

    ByBrittany Goldwyn August 16, 2023February 6, 2026

    It’s been a while since I have designed something from scratch myself and made it! I am not terribly great at using the 3D modeling software SketchUp, but I am trying to get better at it. So I thought a potting bench would be the perfect…

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  • meyer lemons grown from a potted lemon tree
    DIY | Gardening

    Meyer Lemon Tree Care

    ByBrittany Goldwyn February 15, 2023February 6, 2026

    All about caring for Meyer lemon trees in pots Growing a Meyer lemon tree in our garden is something I’d wanted to do for years before finally getting one. Because it gets very cold where we live, we can’t have certain fruit trees in the ground….

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    DIY | Gardening

    Starting Our Garden From Scratch

    ByBrittany Goldwyn July 1, 2022February 6, 2026

    One of the biggest draws for our new house was the yard. It’s big, flat, and pretty blank. Just a lot of grass. Which means endless possibilities (especially with no home owner’s association here!). And A LOT of work. I mean, looking at these before pictures,…

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  • man roasting a marshmallow
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    DIY Smokeless Fire Pit…Here’s Our Attempt!

    ByBrittany Goldwyn May 13, 2022February 6, 2026

    This is a guest post from my husband Mike. He does a lot of projects that don’t make it to the blog, but I had to share this one. Enjoy it! We recently left townhouse living and found ourselves with more yard space than we knew…

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  • large pothos plant on a small outdoor plant stand
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    Small Outdoor Plant Stand Build Plans

    ByBrittany Goldwyn February 28, 2022February 6, 2026

    Elevate your plants with my small outdoor plant stand build plans! These plans use 2×2 lumber and easy pocket hole joinery construction with a cheap painted concrete paver to top things off. See the full free plans here! Check out my small outdoor plant stand build…

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  • small deck decorating ideas with plants
    DIY | Gardening

    Our Tiny Plant-Filled Deck (Year 4)

    ByBrittany Goldwyn September 1, 2021February 6, 2026

    Hey all! If you’re new around here, once upon a time I did a ton of DIY stuff. We’re luckily in a spot now that there isn’t really much left to do in our house…so I’ve done mostly smaller projects and plant care posts lately. This…

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  • how to waterproof fabric
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    How to Easily Waterproof Fabric With a Spray

    ByBrittany Goldwyn August 18, 2020February 6, 2026

    Wondering how to waterproof fabric? Whether you want to protect patio furniture cushions, an outdoor pillow, a rope swing, tents, boat upholstery, or something else, you can do it with a simple spray. Here’s how. I feel a little dumb writing this post, I have to…

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  • Our Townhouse Deck (Year 3)
    DIY | Gardening

    Our Townhouse Deck (Year 3)

    ByBrittany Goldwyn July 31, 2020February 6, 2026

    I didn’t know if I’d actually get around to doing a backyard post this year, but here I am! I decided last night to grab my camera and take a few shots. We didn’t put nearly as much work into the yard this year as we…

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  • Ready Seal Fence Stain Review (& Behr for the Deck)
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    Ready Seal Fence Stain Review (& Behr for the Deck)

    ByBrittany Goldwyn July 4, 2020February 6, 2026

    This post shares how we stained our deck and fence to make them look brand new again! I’m sharing a detailed ready seal fence stain review, including why we chose it over the Behr Waterproofing Exterior Wood Finish that we used for the deck. Affiliate links…

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  • banana plant care
    DIY | Gardening

    How to Care for a Banana Plant

    ByBrittany Goldwyn June 19, 2020February 5, 2026

    Learn how to care for a banana plant, including how to help it winter over! How to grow gorgeous banana plants! I’m excited to be writing about caring for banana plants today because it is one of the plants that first piqued my interest in gardening….

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  • How to Pressure Wash a Fence and Deck
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    How to Pressure Wash a Fence and Deck

    ByBrittany Goldwyn June 5, 2020February 6, 2026

    This post shares all about how to pressure wash a fence and deck. Pressure washing is a simple way to make outdoor wood surfaces look new again. Learn how I used a Ryobi electric pressure washer to clean my wooden fence and deck posts with no…

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  • how to build a rock box
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    How to Build a Rock Box!

    ByBrittany Goldwyn October 1, 2019February 6, 2026

    Wondering how to build a rock box or pebble pit play area? This post shares how we made ours, which started off as a DIY sandbox and ended up being a DIY rock box! I’m also sharing why we used rocks instead of sand.  Today I’ve…

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  • rinsing an outdoor rug
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    How to Clean an Outdoor Rug

    ByBrittany Goldwyn September 10, 2019March 18, 2025

    Wondering how to clean an outdoor rug? Cleaning a dirty outdoor rug, including one with grass stains, is easy. See how I took mine from dingy to crisp and clean in about 15 minutes. How to Clean an Outdoor Rug Alright, I know the best time…

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  • Slatted Outdoor Dining Table Build
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    Slatted Outdoor Dining Table Build

    ByBrittany Goldwyn August 15, 2019March 6, 2026

    This post shares my slatted outdoor dining table build. DIY 2×4 patio furniture is an easy way to make affordable yet stylish pieces for your home, and customizing them with wood like ipe is a nice way to make them unique. Slatted Outdoor Dining Table Build:…

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    DIY | Gardening

    Our Small Townhouse Patio (Year 2)

    ByBrittany Goldwyn July 29, 2019February 5, 2026

    I have been excited to write this post all summer! A few months ago I shared a spring update on what we were doing to clean up and prep our small backyard for spring and summer. If you’re new around here, we completely redid our backyard…

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  • modern DIY kids chairs and table
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    Modern Outdoor Kids Chairs Tutorial

    ByBrittany Goldwyn June 27, 2019February 6, 2026

    This post shares my modern outdoor kids chairs tutorial, including free printable build plans. These chairs are easy to make and look like something bought in a store for a lot more than I spent on lumber. Modern Outdoor Kids Chairs Tutorial Hey all, if you…

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  • kids table and chairs build
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    Modern Outdoor Kids Table Build

    ByBrittany Goldwyn June 25, 2019November 10, 2025

    This KidKraft-inspired modern outdoor kids table build easily replicates the popular modern kids furniture style fur under $25! KidKraft-inspired modern outdoor kids table build A few weeks ago, our neighbor gave us her old play house. We’re the third owners in the neighborhood to have it,…

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  • vertical gardening ideas for a small townhouse backyard
    DIY | Gardening

    How to Decorate a Small Outdoor Space

    ByBrittany Goldwyn June 5, 2019February 5, 2026

    Today I am sharing all about how to decorate a small outdoor space, including beautiful patios, balconies, decks, porches, and backyards in a variety of styles. You’ll surely find something to inspire you! 1. Small Front Porch budget makeover by Cassie Bustamante My friend Cassie just…

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  • diy water table
    DIY | Home Projects

    DIY Water Table for Toddlers

    ByBrittany Goldwyn May 21, 2019March 18, 2025

    If you’re looking for a kids water table you can DIY, these free build plans for a DIY water table for toddlers are for you! This wooden water table is finished to hold up to the elements and look nice. Free plans to build a DIY…

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    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    How to Remove Paint From Clay Pots

    ByBrittany Goldwyn May 15, 2019March 18, 2025

    This post shares how to remove paint from clay pots, specifically how to remove old peeling paint from a large terracotta clay pot and repaint the pot. Removing Paint From Terracotta Pots and Repainting Them Hey all! It’s time for May’s issue of the At Home…

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  • concrete paver outdoor side table
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    Concrete Outdoor Side Table Made From Pavers

    ByBrittany Goldwyn October 1, 2018November 11, 2025

    This post shares my concrete outdoor side table made from pavers. This post was sponsored by Kreg Tool. I love working with Kreg because I love their products!  Concrete Outdoor Side Table Made From Pavers Did you catch my post a few weeks (or months, I…

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  • painted flower pots outside
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    How to Paint Flower Pots for Outdoors

    ByBrittany Goldwyn October 1, 2018November 10, 2025

    Terracotta pots are cheap but make excellent planters. They are so easy to customize using paint and are a great way to make a statement on your front porch. Plus, painting them is so easy. All you need are a few supplies and the right paint….

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  • beautiful small patio with hanging string lights
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    How to Hang Globe String Lights Under a Deck

    ByBrittany Goldwyn August 16, 2018March 18, 2025

    This post will show you how to hang globe string lights under a deck. Hanging outdoor globe lights is an easy upgrade to any patio or outdoor space. This post also contains affiliate links. You can read more about that here. How to Hang Gorgeous Globe String Lights…

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  • DIY side table made using pavers
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    DIY Patio Coffee Table Made With Pavers

    ByBrittany Goldwyn August 11, 2018March 6, 2026

    This post will show you how I made a DIY patio coffee table with a concrete top, except you don’t have to pour any concrete! I used concrete pavers and 2×2 as a much simpler approach. How to make a DIY patio coffee table with 2×2…

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  • small backyard design with a deck, rock landscaping, and plants
    DIY | Gardening

    Our Tiny Backyard (Year 1.5)

    ByBrittany Goldwyn July 15, 2018February 5, 2026

    Hi there! I’ve been sharing sporadically these days. But rest assured, we are keeping as busy as ever with projects around the house. I wanted to pop in today to share an update on my tiny backyard (which you may remember me making over for the…

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  • DIY outdoor dining table build
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    Build Your Own Outdoor Dining Table

    ByBrittany Goldwyn June 25, 2018February 6, 2026

    This post shares free build plans for you to build your own outdoor dining table and was sponsored by Kreg Tool. I love working with Kreg because I love their products! Build Your Own Modern Outdoor Dining Table Hi everyone! Today I’m popping in to share…

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  • a photo of a painted white pot
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    Waterproofing Clay Pots: Using Thompson’s Water Seal on Terracotta

    ByBrittany Goldwyn May 31, 2018March 18, 2025

    This post shares tips about how to seal clay pots for painting. If you’re wondering if waterproofing clay pots is an effective way to preserve a paint job, it is! I’ll walk you through using Thompson’s Water Seal on terracotta pots. How to seal clay pots…

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  • Modern design ideas for a small backyard
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    Our Tiny Backyard (Year 1)

    ByBrittany Goldwyn May 9, 2018March 18, 2025

    Hiya! It’s the last week of the One Room Challenge—reveal week! I must admit, I am quite proud of what our tiny backyard has become. And I am going to put an extra feather in my cap since we did all of this with a 5-month-old…

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  • DIY rock landscaping around platform deck
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    DIY Rock Landscaping Around a Deck

    ByBrittany Goldwyn April 24, 2018November 10, 2025

    Hey ladies and gents! Our tiny backyard is coming along nicely, and I’m starting to fall in love with it. For last week’s update, we built some raised garden beds. So this is one of those weeks where I don’t feel like there is much visible…

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  • AC unit fence
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    Hide Your AC Unit With a DIY Air Conditioner Screen

    ByBrittany Goldwyn April 15, 2018March 18, 2025

    Want to hide your AC unit outside? Learn how to hide an HVAC unit in your backyard with an easy removable DIY air conditioner screen. Hide your HVAC unit with a DIY air conditioner screen! Hi guys, it’s week 3 of the One Room Challenge, and…

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  • DIY hvac unit screen with rock landscaping around the platform deck
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    My Tiny Backyard: Platform Deck & Some Cleaning Up

    ByBrittany Goldwyn April 11, 2018March 18, 2025

    Hey all, I’m back for week 2 of the One Room Challenge and sharing the progress we’ve made on our tiny backyard.  Here’s week 1 if you missed it. Let’s jump right in. One of the main projects we wanted to do in the backyard was clean…

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  • tiny yard with grass, a fence, and a cat
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    My Tiny Backyard: Before and Plans (ORC Week 1)

    ByBrittany Goldwyn April 4, 2018February 6, 2026

    I’m not sure if this is a faux pas or not, but I’m doing my backyard for the spring One Room Challenge 🙂 I really wanted to participate as a guest participant again because I love the extra motivation and camaraderie, but I really just don’t…

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  • ready seal stain tests
    DIY | Outdoor Projects

    Ready Seal Review

    ByBrittany Goldwyn March 12, 2018March 18, 2025

    Looking for a Ready Seal review? I’ll tell you what you need to know! This article contains affiliate links. My unbiased review of Ready Seal Stain and Sealer I’m going to kick things off here with a product review of Ready Seal Wood Stain and Sealer….

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