Deborah

Deborah Tayloe is a full-time blogger, children's book author, and freelance writer, contributing to large publications. She has a B.S.Ed. in Secondary Education/English and a Spanish Minor. In addition, she holds a Certificates in Natural Health and Herbology from accredited programs. She pursued these natural wellness certifications due to her love for herb gardening. Despite freelancing to make a living, her love is "all things home." Deborah grew up in a family that grew a large vegetable garden and a fruit orchard, helping her parents pull weeds and can home-grown foods as part of her childhood. In fact, she had no idea that she could purchase veggies and fruits in pre-packed steel cans until she went to college and made a food run. Today, she lives in Bertie County, North Carolina, an agricultural rural area with more chickens than people. She lives with her husband and two rescue pets a sweet toy fox terrier and a cat who showed up one day and moved into the house. Together, they enjoy DIY projects, furniture refinishing, gardening, and canning.

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How To Create A Landscape Pathway With Flagstones

DIY Projects Deborah - 04/28/2017

A yard overgrown with greenery often turns into footpaths that take away from your curb appeal. A simple update every DIY landscaper can add in is by creating a pathway to guide the foot traffic. From a simple walking area to creative geometrical formats, adding in flagstones for a pathway offers unique and beautiful looks for the summer season. These simple steps will create the perfect look to upgrade your yard.

Antique Child’s School Desk Upcycled Into A Charming End Table

DIY Projects Deborah - 04/26/2017

I recently saw...and fell in love with...an antique child's school desk which I purchased and upcycled into a charming end table. My new end table adds a unique rustic charm to my living room where it now holds a special place. It sits centered under the picture window and holds a lamp which lights up the room every evening.

The Cutest Container Gardens Are Easy To Create!

Gardening Deborah - 04/19/2017

The cutest of container gardens are easy to create with just a little time and imagination. In fact, any vessel or bucket can be...

Vegetable Gardening for Beginners: 5 Easy Tips for Success!

Gardening Deborah - 04/18/2017

Vegetable gardening can be quite easy for beginners, no need to sweat it! Save that for July! Follow these 5 easy tips that will help you plan for success in your gardening efforts.