Backyard Decor

5 Beautiful bird feeders

Sherri Kuhn — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 12:24:00 -0700

Nothing is more relaxing than watching birds outside your window. What if the feeder is as amazing as the birds? These bird feeders are beautiful enough to qualify as art.

Design Star season 7: Makeover for real homeowners

Melissa Dunlap — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 12:00:00 -0700

Sabrina Soto served as guest judge for episode four of Design Star as designers were paired off to create an indoor/outdoor space for real homeowners. Did they live up to the challenge or will the homeowners be begging Soto to redesign the space? You be the judge.

Cool outdoor dinnerware

Kori Ellis — Mon, 28 May 2012 13:00:00 -0700

Outdoor entertaining season is here. It's time for backyard barbecues and garden soirees. Dress up your outdoor space with colorful dishes, linens and other items for picture-perfect entertaining.

10 Must-have backyard decorations for summer

Kori Ellis — Thu, 17 May 2012 09:08:00 -0700

Get your backyard ready for summer entertaining by adding lighting, accent pieces and other decor items. These items for your backyard are both practical and stylish.

DIY wine bottle bird feeder

Alicia French — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 15:00:00 -0700

If your nightly glass of wine has resulted in a collection of bottles just waiting to get crafted into something new, this project is for you. Creating eco-friendly items out of recycled materials can be tricky if you want something functional as well as aesthetically pleasing. As much as we love giving new life to materials we’d otherwise just throw out, we also don’t want our backyards and patios to look like a trash can. This project gives you the best of both worlds — a great way to recycle old bottles and a cute bird feeder that you’ll be proud to hang in your yard. Plus, it will make the birds think they're at happy hour, making your feeder the best one on the block.

DIY bird feeders

Patricia Conte — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 09:00:00 -0700

Everyone enjoys going out for a good meal, right? The birds are no different! Consider a DIY bird feeder to host your feathered friends.

How to build a birdhouse

Kori Ellis — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 16:00:00 -0700

You don't have to be a master carpenter to build a birdhouse. Follow these tips to make a simple birdhouse for your yard out of a gourd or an empty coffee can.

Outdoor Easter decorations

Kori Ellis — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 08:00:00 -0700

Invite your family, friends and neighbors over for an Easter egg hunt and backyard party. Follow these tips and suggestions to create festive outdoor Easter decorations to liven up your patio, garden or yard.

10 Finds for your garden under $25

Whitney Coy — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 23:32:00 -0700

You don’t have to spend big bucks to get your garden looking great. These 10 finds for your garden can be yours for less than $25 each.

How to decorate your patio, porch or deck

Whitney Coy — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 21:08:00 -0700

No one wants to stay indoors when the weather turns warm. With the right decoration, your porch, deck or patio give you a way to take to the fun outside. Just a few light touches will breathe new life into your outdoor area, just in time for summer.

Backyard decor for small spaces

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 13:01:00 -0700

If you live somewhere with minimal outdoor space and long for a sprawling backyard where you can host barbecues and other summer soirees, don’t despair. Just because you don’t have a big space doesn’t mean you can’t work wonders with the small space you have. We’ve searched the Web for backyard decor items that won’t overwhelm a petite patio but still offer a stylish way to refresh your yard for summer.

Get your backyard ready for spring

Jessica Padykula — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 06:47:00 -0700

Spring cleaning isn’t just an indoor activity. After all, why should your floors, carpets and windows get all the attention? With warmer weather fast approaching, it’s time to give your outdoor space a much-needed facelift -- your yard can also benefit from a bout of post-winter primping and polishing. To help you welcome spring into your space, we’ve put together some simple tips for taking your yard from chaos to order in no time.

8 Outdoor and gardening accessories for spring

Michele Borboa, MS — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 10:42:00 -0700

Garden gnomes and mosaic stepping stools are go-to outdoor and gardening accessories for many spring-loving gardeners, but if you're looking to make a unique statement with your green space, fill it with stylish yet functional garden decor. Here are eight of our favorite outdoor and gardening accessories that will set your backyard apart from the ordinary garden spots this spring.

How to make your backyard a hangout spot

Katarina Kovacevic — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 07:02:00 -0700

'Tis the season for BBQ and poolside lounging. But if your backyard digs looking a little dreary after the long winter months, you'll want to check out these tips on revamping the space from Kati Botkin, ASID & IIDA, interior designer for Bess Jones Interiors in Scottsdale, Arizona.