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July Fourth Party Decor

Posted by Chaya Kurtz | Jun 18, 2013

When I think of the Fourth of July, I totally think of arts and crafts, like little wooden boats and cakes involving red, white, and blue frosting topped off with sparklers. I also...


Flags fly appropriately on staffs. Photo by summersetretrievers/istockphoto.com

Flag Day is June 14: Brush Up on Flag Etiquette

Posted by Chaya Kurtz | Jun 12, 2013

A sometimes forgotten holiday, Flag Day is June 14th. Quite a few folks have probably thought about flying an American flag at their houses, but have never tried it. Where does a person...


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Red, White, and Blue Porch Decor Inspiration

Posted by Chaya Kurtz | Jun 04, 2013

July 4th is coming, and I have some great patriotic decor ideas for you. Fortunately, red, white, and blue look fantastic together. When you add a vintage patina to red, white, and...


Photo of rattan and iron porch furniture by Cardmaverick/istockphoto.com.

Make Over Your Outdoor Furniture

Posted by Chaya Kurtz | Apr 17, 2013

Prepping the deck and setting up a sweet outdoor living room is a surefire way to usher in springtime with style. You know what? Blogger Myra from My Blessed Life shared 29 ways to...


A stone patio replaces a deck. (ChuckCollier/istockphoto.com)

Building a Porch vs. a Patio

Posted by Chaya Kurtz | Mar 31, 2013

Are you thinking of hiring a deck builder to build a new porch or deck for your house? While it could be a good investment, it might not be the most effective expenditure. If you need...


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Four Fantastic Fountains You Can Make Yourself

Posted by Chaya Kurtz | Feb 26, 2013

Beautiful fountains look like they cost thousands. It turns out that while some do, quite a few do not. You don't have to be a professional plumber to plumb a fountain yourself (although...


Karen's potting bench made out of pallets via Hometalk.com.

Build a Potting Bench This Spring

Posted by Chaya Kurtz | Feb 20, 2013

We are all itching for spring here at Networx HQ. We are gearing up for gardening and outdoor living projects, and we can't wait to see yours. If you have an amazing gardening or home...


Photo of a man sprinkling sand on an icy sidewalk by Anna I/sxc.hu.

How to Clear Ice from Your Sidewalk

Posted by Chaya Kurtz | Feb 14, 2013

In quite a few municipalities, the onus is on homeowners (and building owners) to clear snow and ice from the sidewalks adjacent to their properties. In many of those cities, residents...