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growing dahlias – my do’s and dont’s and learning as you go
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growing dahlias – my do’s and dont’s and learning as you go

I’ve been growing dahlias here for six or seven years now. It started with a tuber I found in a bargain corner at the garden center, and which turned out to be the most beautiful café au lait! I was immediately hooked, and have been growing them ever since, in increasing quantities each year.

Like everything else in the garden, there is an element of trial and error in growing dahlias. It took me a while for example to understand that I can leave some dahlias in the ground in certain parts of the garden, whereas elsewhere I have to

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philippe dubreuil & french backyard design
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philippe dubreuil & french backyard design

The perfect factor about having created My French Nation House is the various proficient individuals I get to fulfill. From artists, to writers, to photographers, to cooks… and typically additionally backyard designers. I simply love backyard design!

I first met Philippe Dubreuil a few years in the past once I visited his implausible backyard. Created from scratch within the Perche area of Normandy, in case you love gardens, then Les Jardins de Montperthuis are undoubtedly well worth the detour.

mixed border at Montperthuis gardens
The beautiful colours of Les Jardins de Montperthuis amaze the attention

Having lived and labored in France, England and america, Philippe

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our february field and a giveaway
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our february field and a giveaway

I am comfortable to announce our February field giveaway!

We’re very enthusiastic about 2023 right here at MFCH. The 12 months forward is trying good! We’ve got fantastic topics lined up for the Journal; six superb Excursions deliberate round France, we’ll be launching a brand new MFCH Journey service within the new 12 months and …. the cherry on the cake … we’re partnering with my buddy Jamie Beck for our MFCH Containers!

I feel that Jamie is essentially the most intentional, and essentially the most female artist that I’ve been fortunate sufficient to know. Her pictures is masterful after

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Americans are cutting back on home improvement projects due to rising costs
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Americans are cutting back on home improvement projects due to rising costs

US inflation hit a record high back in June of last year, making everything from food to gas more expensive. Although things have slowed down since then, economists predict that high inflation could persist until the end of 2024 or 2025.

Despite rising costs, consumers are still carrying on with home improvement projects, according to a survey by Today’s Homeowners. That said, this year’s projects may look different compared to previous years, with many homeowners — particularly millennials and Gen Z — opting for DIY solutions to keep costs at bay.

Roughly 50% of Americans are spending less on home

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Home improvement projects to tackle in the summertime
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Home improvement projects to tackle in the summertime

When it comes to home improvements, the reason for summer projects is likely to fall into one of two categories.

Either you’re intending to complete projects that make sense to finalize in warm weather like painting, or you’re hoping to get tasks completed before it’s too cold out like fixing shingles.

Summer is also the perfect time to get your yard in a tip-top shape and add new elements to your indoor or outdoor space to enjoy the rest of the season.

5 DIY PROJECTS TO HELP SELL YOUR HOME

Here is a list of home improvement projects that are

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Beautiful Vintage Aqua Damask Chairs
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Beautiful Vintage Aqua Damask Chairs

Vintage Chairs

Sometimes there is a vintage treasure that speaks to you. Like vintage chairs which always seem to speak to me. But when they speak loudly- you listen. You look. You look at the condition vs the price vs the ‘love’ factor. And maybe you grab that treasure if the boxes are all checked. Or maybe you contemplate a bit if the price isn’t right, deciding if you should make an offer that is more in line with your comfort zone for price.

close up of vintage chair fabric

You see, my friend Sandy taught me something about offering less on something years ago and

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Christmas In July Beautiful Magic Filled Ideas
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Christmas In July Beautiful Magic Filled Ideas

Christmas in July this week is all about that twinkling tree holiday magic under star filled skies.

Christmas in July by the potting shed

Christmas In July Gathering

Summer blooms & twinkling trees- Christmas in July outdoors is a setting filled with magic and ambiance. And today it is all about this simple gathering set up by the potting shed- and a few tips for outdoor entertaining.

Christmas in July

Simple & Sweet

Christmas in July doesn’t have to be a fully decorated tree or even a full size tree. You can absolutely create a whole lot of magic with a smaller potted tree as well. I placed a small

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Lowe’s has some of the best deals to help you tackle your next home DIY project
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Lowe’s has some of the best deals to help you tackle your next home DIY project

Lowe's has the best home improvement deals on appliances, tools, furniture and more.

Lowe’s has the best home improvement deals on appliances, tools, furniture and more.

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Amazon Prime Day 2023 officially starts next week, but you don’t need to wait that long to scoop up some of the best home improvement deals of the summer. Tons of our favorite retailers are offering competing Prime Day deals right now, including Lowe’s, where you can scoop incredible prices on tools, appliances and more.

Shop competing Prime Day deals at Lowe’s

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