Backyard Living – A Guide to Throwing the Best Outdoor Party

by Mark Bartram on June 14, 2013 · 0 comments

in Alfresco Dining,BBQs,Garden Furniture,Garden Lifestyle

Summer’s finally here! No wait, it’s gone again, no it’s here! It’s finally starting properly! Wait, no, that was just a sunny spell… okay how about now? No, too soon. My point is, summer is going to start any second now and when it does you want to be ready, and that means it’s time to get out in the garden and start soaking up the sun with a few close friends, relatives, acquaintances and anyone you know who’s going to bring beer.

So to make sure that your garden party goes off with a bang, here are a few essential hints.

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So What Type of Garden Furniture is Best For You?

5 June 2013

Now, who doesn’t love sitting in their garden on a hot, summer’s day? Long, lazy lunches in the sun, a spot of alfresco dining on a warm evening (I don’t remember what that’s like, I hear you cry!). Oh yea of little faith. Just sit tight and think positive….it’s that or hibernation!

With all these days of lazing in the sun ahead, what type of garden furniture should you choose? Wood, metal, rattan, plastic, stone? That is the question.

And that’s where I hope I can help.

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With a Playhouse in Your Garden Everyone’s a Winner

23 April 2013

Dare we tempt fate?! After months of dreaming of long, lazy days in the garden it looks like they are finally on their way. So now’s the time to start planning ways to entice the children away from their computers and back into the garden to re-awaken their long buried interest in the outdoors.

And what better way to keep them entertained for hours, come rain or shine, than in their very own home from home – a playhouse.

The kids will love their own space outdoors, you’ll love reclaiming your own space indoors…everyone’s a winner.

So what pointers do you need to think about when buying a playhouse?

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Have Fun Jazzing Up Your Garden Arbour and Pergola

14 April 2013

Shut your eyes and imagine yourself relaxing on comfy cushions in a corner of your garden on a summer’s day surrounded by fragrant jasmine and climbing roses, wind chimes gently jangling in the breeze, an array of vibrant flowers hanging in baskets above your head, fairy lights glimmering as the evening draws in.

This gorgeous calming haven can be yours with the simple addition of an arbour or pergola to your garden.

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Why Have a Greenhouse?

11 March 2013

Greenhouses. Where to start. Big? Small? Wood? Aluminium? Glass? Plastic?

I was all set to browse the web to give you an in-depth guide as to what to look for in a greenhouse. Then, as luck would have it, I stumbled across an informative blog I’d forgotten Jack had written a couple of years ago entitled Jack’s Greenhouse Guide which details all the main points you need to consider. So that’s made my life a whole lot easier.

It got me thinking though. Why have a greenhouse at all? Well, lots of reasons really.

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Worthwhile Garden Improvements – 3 of the Best

4 March 2013

In our homes we are always looking for the best ways to improve the look and also valuation of it, and it should be no different within the garden. Especially with the economy the way it is right now in Britain it is essential that we make improvements that are worthwhile. In today’s article I intend on giving you 3 of the best, worthwhile garden improvements for your home.

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Garden Entertainment Ideas For Your Children

21 February 2013

If you’re blessed with a garden and a potentially growing family, you may be wondering how you can really make the most of your space – both within and outside of your home.

There is no hiding from the fact that many children simply love playing outdoors, often in all weathers and to the dismay of their parents! This is why garden entertainment is one way of really sprucing up your space and making it more child-friendly.

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Metal Sheds vs Wooden Sheds: What Type of Sheddie are You?

17 February 2013

Help. I’m facing a dilemma that so many face at one time or another. I’m just not sure which way to turn. Sleepless nights, anxiety, lack of support from a husband who just doesn’t seem to understand my predicament. I need to resolve this problem soon before it drives me to distraction.

Should we get a metal garden shed or is a wooden shed better?

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Have We Found Your Perfect Garden Shed Match?

13 February 2013

Is there something missing in your life? Are you tired of searching for the perfect ‘one’? Are you wanting some stability, security or dependability? The ideal one to share your lifetime with? To be by your side whatever the weather?

Then look no further. Jack’s here to help. He appreciates with your busy lives you don’t have time to spend hours looking for ‘the right one’ so let Jack play cupid to give you the best possible chance of finding your perfect match.

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Who Needs Kylie When You’ve Got a Mini-Greenhouse

30 November 2012

“Hark the herald angels sing!”…..I’ve finally got the presents for the children sorted. Father Christmas has his sack packed and I’m pretty much there.

Just the rest of the family to buy Christmas presents for now!

But where to start? I suppose my husband really should be at the top of the Christmas present list. But what do you get a husband who is married to everything he could possibly want in his life?!!

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