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Outdoor lighting ideas: to create a cozy glow in your garden after dark

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 These outdoor lighting ideas are just what you need to add that all-important glow at dusk. It's not one to overlook, as with the right lighting, you can really transform your space.  Experiment with various styles for different areas: think spotlights on steps, uplighting on trees, or cozy lanterns around outdoor seating, for example. Choose the right lighting and you can quickly add interest to a patio space, highlight key features such as your favorite plants, draw attention to a garden pergola that's set up for alfresco dining, or even create warmth in a shadowy corner. To help you transform your space so you can get a better view of your garden from indoors and out, we've rounded up the best outdoor lighting ideas, from on-trend festoon lights and pretty fairy lights to more practical designs to light pathways and doors. You'll find all the inspiration you're looking for below – your evening garden will look magical in no time. 1. HANG STATEMENT PENDANTS FROM

6 Ways to Turn Your Terrace into a Cool Garden This Summer

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 What can gardening do to help with the coronavirus pandemic? Gardening has always been touted as a relaxing recreational activity that can provide great personal rewards. During this time, when many people are working at home and students are learning at home, gardening can be a positive family-inclusive activity to adopt. The Coronavirus pandemic halted the world, forcing us to retreat into our homes and forgo physical social contact—and it doesn't look like we'll be freed any time soon. Gardening is one of the best ways to gain inner peace and to resolve internal conflict. The majority of people are getting involved in this activity not only to save the environment but also to stay fit and healthy. It emphasizes on more plantations at home as well as in the society wherein we stay.  It involves physical as well as a mental activity along with time management. Today we have two types of gardening, outside and a kitchen garden. Outside gardens are developed in one’s balcony, t

CREATIVE WAYS TO USE LANDSCAPING PEBBLES

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 Utilized as versatile landscape accents, pebbles add beautiful color and texture to any garden or outdoor space. These essential mid-sized stones, which fall somewhere between small gravel and large landscaping rocks, not only serve as attractive design details but also functional purposes, too. With their varying shapes and colors, pebbles can create character in a design or bring about a natural appeal. Check out these 10 creative ways for how and where to use landscaping pebbles in your next outdoor project.                                                          1. WALKWAYS AND PATHWAYS One of the best ways to define a walkway or pathway is by surrounding stepping stones with pebbles. Instead of choosing a ton of tiny gravel, the more substantial pebbles create a greater sense of calm visually speaking thanks to its size. The Yellow Polished Pebbles add warmth to the contrasting gray stone walkways and patio area, and the soft yellows, whites, and gray veining in the polished mar

11 Relaxing and Cozy Reading-Corner Ideas

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11 Relaxing and Cozy Reading-Corner Ideas

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 The only thing better than curling up with a good book? Having the perfect spot to cozy up with it. Get inspired by these 11 inviting reading corners, made for turning the pages of your favorite new novel with a soft blanket and a warm cup of coffee by your side.  Chic Textures                                                        Between the oh-so-soft knit blanket, fringed throw pillow, woven basket, sheepskin rug, and marble-top side table, this reading corner uses stylish textures to give the space an elevated feel . The finishing touches: Beachy wall art and a leafy plant add subtle, serene pops of color.                                                   Vintage Vibes                                               A hanging wicker lamp and floral throw pillows give this bench seat a vintage, Southern-charm style. With its botanical wall art and light, airy hues, it’s the perfect place to read your way right into spring.                                                     DIY Hamm

POINTS TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING WALL FOUNTAINS

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 Choosing a wall fountain is a big investment in your home or office. These features have a soothing sound that can help you to relax and calm down. It is crucial for you to take the time to ensure you are choosing the best wall fountain for your needs so that you won’t have any stress because of the wall fountains. A well chosen wall fountain is something that you can enjoy for a long time to come. An easy installation, easy care, and perfect fit can go a long way to help with your satisfaction after purchasing the fountain.                                                           Indoor or Outdoor Wall Fountain The first choice you will have to make when you are trying to pick out a wall fountain is whether it will be used indoors or outdoors. While it is often possible to use an outdoor fountain indoors, the opposite isn’t usually possible. Indoor fountains generally won’t be able to be used safely out in the elements. Once you decide if the fountain will be inside or outside, you