[reblogged from bejacksfriend]
Okay, so you want a new table and chairs for your back garden. Is it going to be made of metal, wood, plastic… or crap? Yes, junk; rubbish, refuse, waste. Believe it or not, some people make the ugliest furniture out of the most ridiculous material and shove it in their gardens. Beer cans, tyres, chicken wire, old ashtrays and even PS1’s (the original ‘brick-style type’ ones)!
Why on Earth would you want to make a main attraction out of a total eyesore??? I’m all for recycling, but isn’t this taking things a little bit too far? And, to top it all off, many of these Artists in Junk will post endless pictures of their ‘achievements’ on the Net so that everyone can share their excitement.
And me? Well, call me old-fashioned if you like, but I prefer traditional garden furniture. After the amount of time I spend making my garden look nice, I am hardly going to ‘set it all off’ with a chair made of used ear buds…
Posted by Sascha | Posted in Advice | Posted on 08-07-2010
[reblogged from hedgerley]
Choosing the right type of furniture is often the perfect finishing touch to a well-maintained garden. And after all of that hard work with the digging, weeding and grass-cutting, you will be more than ready to have a sit down! There is always plenty to do out there, isn’t there? Read the rest of this entry »
[reblogged from photobucket]
Most of us would agree that the basic colour scheme of vegetation is green! But it is possible to choose from several other colours when you are designing your garden. You can change the whole look of your garden by choosing different coloured plants. Some people will even stick to one or two certain shades and this can look really nice. Read the rest of this entry »
[reblogged from typepad]
It’s amazing how much wildlife there can be in your own back garden. Even in built-up areas you can get a large variety of birds and hedgehogs who will often filch from your pet food bowl! Sitting outdoors in the summer can be made even nicer if there are lots of different birds to watch. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted by Sascha | Posted in Advice | Posted on 10-06-2010
[reblogged from wordpress]
It’s really nice to sit and eat your meals outside in the warmer weather. I’m not sure why it is, but many foods will taste different when you are eating them outdoors. Maybe it’s because you are chewing up the fresh air at the same time as your nosh! Read the rest of this entry »
[reblogged from inhabitat]
If you are a dab hand at woodwork, then you will know how just how many things you can make for your home. Joinery really is a very useful skill to have. Some items will take a surprisingly short amount of time to make and, if you have enough patience, there are far larger projects to consider. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted by Sascha | Posted in Advice | Posted on 25-05-2010
[reblogged from anemos-eia]
The wind can spoil the nicest of days.
There you are, sat reading your novel in the back garden on a beautiful day in July. The sun is out, the sky is blue…. and there’s a flaming gale blowing your hair across your face!! In fact, you are beginning to feel downright chilly, even sitting here in the sunshine. Blasted wind! Read the rest of this entry »
Posted by Sascha | Posted in Advice | Posted on 17-05-2010
[reblogged from cantstopthebleeding]
Getting your garden ‘just right’ can often be a very expensive business. The trouble is that many people do not know when to stop with their modifications. It is so easy to get carried away, especially if you keep visiting garden centres! These are a great place to get ideas, but they are renowned for being really expensive. Avoid buying any supplies from them unless it is absolutely necessary as you will often find items elsewhere for a fraction of the cost. Read the rest of this entry »
[reblogged from blaize]
Most of us love the summertime! It is so nice to get some jobs done out in the garden without feeling cold. British summers are well-known for being a bit on the unpredictable side, so it is important to enjoy every minute that you can. There are just so many different things to enjoy; sunbathing, taking a trip to the beach, gardening and playing Frisbee with the kids. Read the rest of this entry »
[reblogged from wordpress]
If you have bought some good quality furniture for your garden, then you are going to want to take care of it. When the summer months are over it will need to be stored for quite a long time before it is time to get it out again. It is over this period that it can easily become very dirty and possibly even damaged. But by applying a little bit of thought you can keep it all in tip-top condition. Read the rest of this entry »
