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1. All About Solar Greenhouses Gardening and crop growing have always been popular activities in many parts of the world. Some people maintain a garden or grow crops as a hobby, while others do so in order to make a living. Either way, plant breeding and production can be a... (posted by lorien1973 1 year 142 days ago.)

2. Feng Shui for the Kitchen Regardless of your culinary skills, the kitchen is one of the most important rooms in your home and Feng Shui can help you to make your kitchen pleasant, functional and relaxing. It's certainly worth taking the time to have an efficient kitchen as... (posted by lorien1973 1 year 219 days ago.)

3. Creating a Cafe Kitchen Theme The kitchen is the most redecorated area of the home, which is understandable. After all, people spend a great deal of time in their kitchens. Redecorating the kitchen can be a simple or complex task, but the easiest way to go about it is to... (posted by lorien1973 5 years 32 days ago.)

4. Features & Props for Rustic Country Gardens A rustic country garden is a landscape in keeping with the natural surroundings. What it lacks in formal design it makes up for in natural beauty. Adorning such a landscape with props and features calls for an eye toward the unpretentious—simple... (posted by lorien1973 5 years 139 days ago.)

5. Your Landscape and Garden Guide to Overhead Structures A patio roof or gazebo not only protects friends and family from the elements like sun and rain, but it also extends your home’s living space and adds to your home’s visual appeal and value. The following article discusses various roofed... (posted by lorien1973 5 years 139 days ago.)

6. Finding a Water Garden That Works for Your Backyard For those who love nature and all it has to offer, a water garden is the perfect feature for the backyard. These four water garden style options make the water garden a feasible option for backyards of every size and style. Water gardens are the... (posted by lorien1973 5 years 139 days ago.)

7. Planting Trees for Your Tomorrow Planting a tree. It is almost a spiritual experience. Caring for it and watching it grow brings a joy like no other plant in my garden. After decades caring for gardens that ranged from 6 inches to maybe 3 feet high, I finally planted my first... (posted by lorien1973 5 years 139 days ago.)

8. Car Dent Repair: A Step by Step A minor dent in the bodywork of your car doesn't have to be a nightmare. Expensive repairs can be avoided without lowering the resale value of your vehicle with a few simple tools, patience, and some elbow grease. Dents need to be repaired to... (posted by lorien1973 5 years 144 days ago.)

9. Create an Artful Wall-Grouping We spend time and money creating a beautiful room for the home, but too often we stop short of pulling together a room with drama and personality. Whether you’re country flair, traditionally elegant, or clean-line contemporary, adding a gallery or... (posted by lorien1973 5 years 144 days ago.)

10. Elements of Southwestern Garden Design Sun is the key ingredient to an inspired Southwestern garden and landscape; if you live in shadier climes—well—you may have to improvise, but the hospitable features of a Southwestern garden can make for a warm and inviting setting anywhere.... (posted by lorien1973 5 years 144 days ago.)

11. How to Build a Birdhouse Having a birdhouse in the garden can provide a great source of interest and enjoyment for the whole family. There are so many different designs offered for sale these days, that it is all too easy to become spoilt for choice. However, it can be... (posted by lorien1973 5 years 144 days ago.)

12. Keep Your Car Dent-Free…For Free (Almost)! Are you tired of shelling out money to your car mechanic every time you hit a pothole? Are you also tired of buying those “ ding kits " that promise to repair your dents in 15 minutes or less? You know the ones: they come with the pulling device... (posted by lorien1973 5 years 226 days ago.)

13. Making Over the Garden One Prop at a Time There are an astounding number of ways to outfit your garden with ornaments, props and decorative features. Some of these ways—well, let’s be frank—appear less elegant than others. If you are a gardener that simply must dress your porch goose... (posted by lorien1973 5 years 226 days ago.)

14. Choosing a Garden Fountain Water fountains are always an elegant addition to any garden. The soothing sound of flowing water will add a tranquil effect to your yard and the peaceful atmosphere will help complete your garden. There are many different types of garden... (posted by lorien1973 5 years 312 days ago.)

15. Wind Chimes And Motifs Many sounds drift through our days and nights and attract our attention, but none are so charming as the delightful sounds of wind chimes. The gentle breeze of a light wind caressing the components of the chimes sends a pleasant sound into the air... (posted by lorien1973 5 years 312 days ago.)

16. Water Features for Every Garden Cisterns, dipping wells, fountains and ponds—water features add a special dimension to any garden or landscape. Designing and installing a water feature to suit the style of your property is easier than ever given the wide variety of authentic... (posted by lorien1973 6 years 30 days ago.)

17. Starting an Herb Garden Growing your own fresh herbs can be both enjoyable and save you money. If you have an empty space in your yard and love cooking with only the freshest ingredients, starting your own herb garden will guarantee that adding delicious flavor to your... (posted by lorien1973 6 years 30 days ago.)

18. Planning and Creating Your Own Herb Garden At some time or another, every cook fantasizes about plucking herbs out of his or her own garden to create a fresh and flavorful culinary masterpiece. While dried spices may “do the trick” when it comes to flavoring meals, the idea of maintaining... (posted by lorien1973 6 years 72 days ago.)

19. Dog Care - Brushing and Grooming Tips Regular brushing is an essential and often overlooked step in the grooming process. Brushing not only keeps the fur free of mats and debris, it also stimulates the dog’s skin by allowing natural oils to circulate through the hair. If done... (posted by lorien1973 6 years 72 days ago.)

20. Is Your Pet Shedding Everywhere? As any pet owner knows, pet fur clings to furniture and clothes like a magnet to the refrigerator. Although longhaired animals may shed more than their shorthaired counterparts, the hair flies from them as well. Outdoor animals normally shed twice... (posted by lorien1973 6 years 72 days ago.)

21. Tips To Get Rid of Pet Odors There are many different reasons why pets might urinate on the carpeting in a home. While not being potty-trained or not being taken outside on a frequent basis are the two most common reasons that a pet will soil the floors, there are many other... (posted by lorien1973 6 years 72 days ago.)

22. Pets Can Have Allergies Too We may not always realize it but pets can suffer from allergies just like their human caretakers. Our pets can be susceptible to a host of allergens such as food, dust, pollen and many other substances that plague people. Symptoms may vary... (posted by lorien1973 6 years 72 days ago.)

23. Taking Control of Dog Shedding All dogs shed hair. It’s fact of life for dog owners that cannot be avoided. What is in your control is taking certain steps to limit the negative effects of too much shedding. With a plan, some consistent follow-through, and the right tools, you... (posted by lorien1973 6 years 72 days ago.)

24. Continuing Lure of Handheld Games Why do people play games? If you go back in time far enough, “play” behavior even in cave men, would have been a way of learning later survival skills. It’s a trait that we as humans, share with many animals. The differences between us now... (posted by lorien1973 6 years 74 days ago.)

25. Plant Hardiness Zones Explained I have been gardening in some capacity all of my life. I started when I was really little, helping my mom sow the seeds and plant the flowers that we bought together at the store. I still remember wearing my little straw gardening hat and carrying... (posted by lorien1973 5 years 205 days ago.)