Suggested Questions: What is Dad’s dream car?What is Dad’s favorite snack food?Where does Dad most like to spend his downtime?What is Dad’s favorite sport?What is Dad’s shoe size?What is Dad’s favorite TV show?What does Dad do at work? Item Suggestions: Barbecue ForkSpatulaSmall bags of charcoalBottles of condiments such as ketchup, mustard, and relishSalt and pepper shakersChef’s hat and apronOven mitts If you are celebrating Father’s Day with a smaller group, hide the items around the house or yard instead....

From getting the wallpaper and paint color just right to hanging fairy lights and following the phases of the moon—these expert-approved celestial decor ideas are sure to foster a feeling of wonder and coziness.

In addition to neatly stored items looking more attractive, they’re also easier to use. For instance, when you need a bandage or a cotton ball, you’ll know exactly where one is. An organized bathroom is also more relaxing and typically easier to keep clean. Compare a shower where shampoo bottles and soaps are falling on your feet to a shower where all the products you need are easily accessible in a caddy....

Yes, your pool may be aqua now, the water calm and still and the atmosphere perfect and as close to paradise as you’re going to get in your backyard. You work hard to maintain the pool and keep it clean and it reflects your efforts. But then overnight, the winds pick up. The next morning, your pool is an unrecognizable pond full of leaves, twigs, and debris from last night’s winds....

Here are 10 areas you should declutter every day.

Selecting the right fastener can be a challenge. The type of anchor for your project will depend on the wall material, the weight of the load being hung, and how it can be installed and removed. Here is a list of the most commonly used wall anchor types and their applications to help guide you. Cement board screw anchors are straight steel screws that do not require pre-drilling. They have a wafer head (for screws that do not require pre-drilling) and have tiny notches under the head designed to burrow into the material for a stronger grip....

Before deciding on a variety, however, you might want to learn more about the intriguing history of palm trees, as well as facts that are good to know or will help you decide whether you want to invest in a palm. Other tall palms include: Mexican fan palm (Washingtonia robusta), seen in the Los Angeles and Southern California area, can grow up to 98 feet tall. Date palm (Phoenix dactylifera), a fast grower, can reach up to 80 feet....

It is easy to see why mints are so popular. While they do bloom (in summer), their value is generally not in how they look but in the functions they serve. Mints serve as flavorful herbs in the kitchen and as ground covers in the yard. Their strong scent keeps deer from eating them. But this is only one reason why they are so easy to grow. They are also tough, cold-hardy perennials (herbaceous) that spread (via rhizomes) on their own....

Firs are distinguished from other pines by needle-like leaves that attach singly to the branches. This is in contrast to spruce trees, which have paired needles with a hinge-like base, and pine needles, which are bunched in clusters. Fir trees are also distinguished by cones that stand upright on the branches like candles. Fir tree cones are softer than other cones of coniferous trees, and they come apart at the end of the season to spread their seeds....

Whether you’re planning a seated meal or something more low-key, a little refresh on the essential products in your hosting arsenal is probably in order. We’ve rounded up a few ideas of things that might not be on your list, but definitely should be. Here are some essential products you need for holiday hosting and entertaining, from decanters to decorative serving boards. Happy shopping!

Cindy Gardner, at the blog French Gray, has set up a beautiful spot for potting up new plants and watching them grow. The multi-paned windows provide plenty of spots to display pots where they will be in easy reach when needed. The vines, inside and out, blend the outdoors with the interior of the shed.

From swivel spouts to pot fillers, learn the differences between the 12 primary types of kitchen faucets available. A single-handle faucet uses one handle that can be turned side to side and up and down to control both the temperature and the water flow with one motion. This is great for turning on water with one hand, making it easy to access water quickly. The single handle design also cuts down on the number of holes that need to be present on the sink itself, making these types of faucets great for tight spaces....

“My advice to anyone wanting to recreate this bathroom is to have fun, play with colors and textures and push the limits,” he said. “Bring on the nature; Bring on the adventure!” She worked on the bathroom slowly on and off for a couple of months. The total material cost for the bathroom was $481. Her advice for tiny home DIYers is to find ways to work with the existing frame and test to make sure your shower products will fit in the space....

There are ideas here for creating your own outdoor movie screen, making a projector that works with your phone, DIY seating options for both adults and kids, movie night decorations, and lots of ideas on how to serve food and drinks to your backyard theater-goers. Easy DIY Outdoor Movie Screen from Lia Griffith How to Make an Outdoor Movie Screen from My Frugal Adventures How to Build an Outdoor Theater from The Horticult How to Make a DIY Movie Projector for Your Smartphone from Thrift Diving String lights, lanterns, and candles add to the ambiance, creating a space that you’ll never want to leave....

English roses were developed by horticulturist David Austin starting in 1969 with the aim of combining the best attributes of modern hybrid roses (disease resistance, reblooming habit, and unusual colors) with the best of the so-called Old Roses (delightful fragrance and full, multi-petal flowers with a cupped or rosette shape), developed before 1867. Austin’s project involved crossing old-style Gallicas, Damasks, Portlands, and Bourbons with modern hybrid teas, floribundas, and climbers to produce a group that are today known collectively as English roses, or David Austin roses....

Whether you’re looking to add some flair to your home office or you’re in serious need of inspiration to help you finally declutter your desk, we’ve rounded up a list of great minimal desk setup ideas that don’t compromise in the style department. This is an excellent choice for those who are working in spaces with funky angles or odd corners that normally don’t accommodate flat, rectangular desks. Instead, consider a custom-built that will fit your unique space....

Planning Your Shade Garden It takes research and planning for all sections of a yard, whether it’s a do-it-yourself project or one that’s handled by a professional. Consider these tips when designing a shade garden: Choose a garden style: If you love tropical or cottage gardens, stick with your choice and be consistent throughout the yard. That way, everything flows without a distraction or interruption, as in, “What’s that doing here?...

Here are 18 bathroom organizing ideas that address small bathroom storage, organizers for large baths, and some tips to help you maximize any space. Modern Farmhouse Bathroom Reveal from Bless’er House Free Printable Labels That You Can Type in Text and Edit from The Creativity Exchange Amber Shower Bottle DIY from Pastiche Wall Makeup Organizers from Your Personal Organizer Under the Sink Organization from Home House Love Bamboo Drawer Dividers from Breathing Room Organization Lazy Susans from Breathing Room Organization Under Sink Organizing in 5 Easy Steps from Polished Habitat Our Kid’s Jack and Jill Bathroom Reveal from Style by Emily Henderson Another H&M Haul from Kate La Vie Dollar Tree Bathroom Organization from Homemade Ginger