With life in lockdown at the moment, it seems the perfect time for those tasks that we are usually time poor for. The garden is one area of our home that we have always wanted to make more of. At the moment it is just an open space for the children to play in. … View Post
There’s nothing better than a well-maintained garden space. It’s a brilliant place to relax, have fun with friends and family and even enjoy a barbecue or two over the spring and summer months. If you have an area of lawn, maintaining the grass with a decent lawnmower is important.
But which model should you choose for your particular lawn?… View Post
If you have a child that prefers to play computer games rather than go outside, you’re not alone. It’s one of the big challenges that parents face on an almost daily basis in today’s digital world. … View Post
Experts believe that gardening can be therapeutic and healthy for not just adults, but kids too. Looking for ways to get your little one involved? Here’s a little help your way. Read on to discover 6 super effective ways to get started gardening with toddlers. … View Post
When people say cliche things such as a home is where the heart is, you may want to cringe – but it is accurate, and it is soft. Building onto your home and landscaping to create a more comfortable outdoor environment is something that we should all do to improve our living space. However, before beginning any large project, consider the following principles as you redesign your home’s landscape.… View Post
Gardening is one of the most rewarding hobbies out there, regardless if you garden for a stunning visual display of flowers or your garden to provide your family with fresh fruits and vegetables. But what if you actually don’t have a garden at this time but you are interested in starting one?… View Post
Whilst it’s difficult to accept that summer is drawing to a close, there are a ton of things to be getting on with before the bad weather and dark nights set in. Whether you’re squeezing out the last few drops of sun by enjoying your garden or battening down the hatches for the colder seasons, it’s undeniable that your garden & your lawn furniture need a little TLC to be prepared for winter. … View Post
It’s only in the last few years that we have had a garden to maintain as well as a house and of course, the children. I hold my hands up and admit that I’m not very green-fingered, which is a good thing really as I tend to come out in a rash whenever I hand freshly cut grass or hedges etc. Luckily What The Dad Said has taken to maintain the garden in his stride. … View Post
Whilst I won’t be attending organised festivals I will be hosting my own (or two) from the comfort of my own back garden. So in case either you are like me and love the idea of a festival but don’t fancy roughing it for a few days or aren’t able to make any of the festival dates. Let me show you how you can throw a festival in your garden. … View Post
It’s been a long journey but you finally made it. You’ve purchased a house. Now you’re ready to turn it into a home. Though you’ve likely brought a lot from your old place with you, all that purging you did before the move likely has you in need of a few things. If you’re going to start getting used to the place, you’ll need to plan a few shopping trips. Not sure what you need to get?… View Post