Author: Deborah Tayloe

I work full time and love to relax by cooking, gardening, and completing endless DIY projects. This blog is about my favorite leisure time pursuits.

DIY Reclaimed Barn Wood Headboard – ReBlog!

Reclaimed wood headboards aren’t a new idea; really great examples have been spotted in homes of all styles in recent years. But this reclaimed wood headboard stands outt. It’s not only easy to DIY — it’s a fun way to display art, too. Here’s how you can get a similar look for your home. Ilse […] … Continue reading DIY Reclaimed Barn Wood Headboard – ReBlog!

5 Pitfalls To Avoid When Building A Raised Bed Garden

Here are some pitfalls to avoid when you build a raised bed garden. The internet is filled with articles on "how to build a raised bed garden," as a topic, but they often lack specific information that you need after you've built the bed. Raised bed gardens are extraordinarily popular with both experienced gardeners and … Continue reading 5 Pitfalls To Avoid When Building A Raised Bed Garden

My Liebster Award Nomination Better Late Than Never

The Liebster Award is a fun, social way for new blogs to put their name out into the blogging community with the goal of getting a few looks. I was nominated by Billi-Jean of Vintage Cookbook Shelf. I enjoyed her recent post "Happy Canada Day." While I am an American, I grew up in Erie, PA … Continue reading My Liebster Award Nomination Better Late Than Never

Jalapeno Pimiento Cheese: A Southern Classic With A Zesty Twist

Jalapeno Pimiento Cheese is a southern classic with a delicious and zesty twist! This is one of my husband's favorite sandwiches.  Every southern woman has a family recipe for Pimiento Cheese. It's a staple in most southern households. That used to be unfortunate for my hubby. You see, he married himself a Pennsylvania Yankee who … Continue reading Jalapeno Pimiento Cheese: A Southern Classic With A Zesty Twist

DIY Raised Beds For An Organic Garden |Guest Post: Arold Augustin

DIY raised beds can give you instant gratification. Growing your own food is one of the most satisfying things a gardener can do. If you would like to transform your garden into a productive and beautiful place that can provide for you and your household, one of the things you will have to do is think about creating the growing spaces required.

4 Tips On How To Prepare The Garden For Fall Vegetables

As summer continues, I am shifting focus to prepare the garden for fall vegetables that I will plant soon. Here are 4 tips on turning your summer garden into a fall vegetable harvest.

How To Upcycle A Broken Chair Into A Planter

I've long been wanting to upcycle a broken chair into a planter for my yard. I have one particularly bare spot in my front flower bed that needed a good bit of color. Unfortunately, it gets full sun, during the hottest part of the day and nothing seems to thrive in this spot.