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Pond quandary

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My husband and I are looking at buying a cute 1930s era house with an amazingly landscaped yard that is just the right size (not too big, not too small). A main feature of the back yard is a pond, complete with fountain. It's in need of some seasonal cleanup (I think), but I'm wondering how much work a pond is...if it will be something that is more of a hassle than something to be enjoyed? Any advice is much appreciated! Thanks! »MORE

May 06, 2008
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DIY Welcome Mat

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It was such a nice day outside today and I’ve been itching to work on a project, so I made a new welcome mat to replace our old one that didn’t make it through the winter. I made it using outdoor carpet and astroturf bits I bought at Menards, then cut them with a box cutter and taped the pieces together on the back with duct tape specially made for outdoor use. The whole thing cost about $10 to create. Here’s where I got my inspiration for the project. »MORE

April 20, 2008
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