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There's nothing more frustrating than trying to fall asleep in a hot bedroom during the hottest nights of summer. An air conditioner is the easiest way to fix your overheated bedroom. But if you don't have one, or can't afford one, you don't need to toss and turn in discomfort. There are other, more affordable ways to make your bedroom cooler.

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This post may contain affiliate links, which means that I may receive a commission if you make a purchase using these links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Mapping your vegetable garden before planting helps

There can be real discordance in the vegetable garden. Placing plants side-to-side that vie with one another, for example, does not do much good for any of them. But there is wonderful community that can happen between plants as well – and it's a great way to strategize when plotting out a garden plot.

Winter is here, and that means cold weather. What’s better when it’s cold out than curling up next to a warm fire? It is actually so easy to make your own mini firepit, and you probably already have most of what you need for it, anyway! Check out this tutorial, where I’ll walk you through creating your own gorgeous firepit.

The backyard is certainly one of the most useful and versatile parts of your home – the possibilities are endless when it comes to decorating, renovating or remodeling it! You can add an artificial pond, a pool or a tanning bed if you aim to make it as comfortable as possible, or you can add an outdoor oven, a barbecue grill, a gardening shed to store all your gardening tools and equipment or even a small playhouse where your children can play safely. Nonetheless, it is essential to organize your backyard efficiently and to make the best of all the available space, and here you will find 40+ DIY backyard ideas that you can try!

Making a rain garden is the best way to save the natural resourses and grow plants in a favorable way. Here’s all the information that will help you on How to Make a Rain Garden!

Back in early May I mentioned that I was making big changes out front, well, I never did say it was to our garden!

Prepare for the new season and dress your home in the lush colour of green! For the launch of the new H&M Home Spring collection we styled their new items for a lush and fresh spring look. By simply changing the plant pots, you can update the entire look of your urban jungle. These new gold H&M Home pots reflect the light and brighten even the darkest corners. Or go for glass domes and create a mini terrarium with some pink Fittonia and Soleirolia soleirolii. Create a cozy green reading nook where you can have a tea, read a book and relax after a long day. On top of that, we’re sharing some easy and simple tricks from some common plant challenges.

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These Fall Balcony Garden pictures will help you transform your urban oasis into a warm and cozy space like never before!

It’s a sin if the balcony is your only outdoor space, and you usurp it to use as unintended storage, unofficial mudroom, or umpteen clothes drier. What’s amazing is you can transform it into a small paradise–A Balcony Garden, with these 5 Steps Balcony Garden Makeover guide!