Choosing an Outdoor Firepit or Fireplace
September 11, 2009 by Karen Weideman
Filed under Outdoor Home
It’s beginning to look like fall and you all know how much I love fall. I’ve been thinking about getting a firepit so that I can enjoy these cool nights outside for a bit. And roasting marshmallows and making s’mores sounds like so much fun. Here’s a few options that I’ve found.
If you’re looking for the most inexpensive firepit or if you don’t plan to use it very often, then this might be the choice for you. These simple firepits range from $59-75. This particular one was found at Lowe’s Home Improvement for $59.
This firepit was my husband’s favorite. He …read more
It’s Time to Buy Plants and Patio Furniture
September 9, 2009 by Karen Weideman
Filed under Frugal Living, Gardening, Outdoor Home
September is the best time to buy plants and patio furniture. Home improvement stores and garden centers are anxious to move their summer inventory so that they can make room for the fall and winter merchandise. It’s a great time for you to save.
Now that’s it’s the end of summer, stores are drastically marking down their patio furniture. Most stores have marked their inventory down 75% percent! I found chairs, tables, and benches, but unfortunately I could not find a matching set of anything. Perhaps you will have better luck than I did. I’m still hoping for an unexpected bargain somewhere.
Another …read more
