Raking and bagging leaves can be hard, time-consuming work, and it costs money to buy the bags and sometimes even to dispose of them when they're full of leaves. Is there an easier solution? This post from bhg.com talks about "How to Deal with Fall Leaves", and it claims to know a better technique! It's really quite easy if you have a mulching mower. All you have to do is set your mower to its … [Read more...]
Leaf-Proof Your Gutters
Are you tired of having to frequently clean your gutters to keep them from clogging up with leaves and other debris? There are a number of ways you can leaf-proof your gutters, and thisoldhouse.com has a great article called "How to Make Your Gutters Leaf-Proof". It has a video listing 4 options for gutter protection and gives some of the pros and cons of each. These options include: Gutter … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Fall Garlands
Looking for ways to decorate for fall both indoors and outdoors? Fall garlands can be the perfect decoration for an entryway, a mailbox, a staircase, or just about anywhere else you can attach them! So how do you make this versatile autumnal decoration? This article from diynetwork.com has instructions for every step. It's a pretty simple process. You'll need: burlap to cut into strips silk … [Read more...]