Home + Garden Blog
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We enjoy sharing our love of all things home and garden! Everyone is welcome to gather tips--then see it all in person by attending one of our shows for even more of the latest trends in home and garden. While at our shows, you can meet and learn from celebrity designers, shop, compare and save with our trusted exhibitors.
7 DIY Gifts for the #1 Dad
Celebrate Dad with some fun and funky DIY presents. These sweet and simple gifts inspired by some of the best bloggers out there are sure to put a smile on his face.
DIY Planter Challenge: Gorgeous Glass
Before you cast your vote for our DIY Planter Contest, try making your own planter! Joanne C. shares the secret behind her alcohol ink and glass creation. Learn how to make it today!
DIY Planter Challenge: Perfect Printer
Before you cast your vote in our DIY Planter Challenge, try making your own planter. William Brown of William H. Brown Landscape Inc. showed us how to put this perfect printer planter together!
DIY Planter Challenge: Printed Pipe
Before you cast your vote in our DIY Planter Challenge, try making your own planter. This printed pipe from Birmingham's Karen A. are a snap to put together and will look great in your garden!
DIY Planter Challenge
We challenged our employees across the US and Canada to a make a fun and unique planter. Check out our creations, get some inspiration, and vote for your favorite!
6 Darling DIY Gifts Mom Will Love
Don't have a Mother's Day gift yet? We found some fabulous DIY projects from a few of the best bloggers out there. Check ‘em out and surprise mom with something homemade!
It Is Easy Being Green: 6 Tips to Help You Reduce Your Energy Consumption
Celebrate Earth Day every day with these simple energy saving tips. Learn how you can easily curb your energy consumption at home so you can save some money and the planet.
Congratulations to This Season’s Winners
To help show how much we appreciate and value your support, we hold a series of giveaways on several different channels every year. Congratulations to the winners of this season’s giveaways!
10 IKEA Hacks To Freshen Up Your Space
Ready to get your DIY on? Check out our 10 favorite IKEA hacks from some of the best bloggers on the internet. You won't believe what they're able to turn these basic pieces into!
5 Low Maintenance Houseplants
Not having a green thumb is nothing to be embarrassed about! We've found five simple houseplants that almost anyone can care for. Check 'em out and add some green to your space this spring.
Expert Advice: Tips & Ideas from Your Favorite Home + Garden Celebrities
Getting ready to tackle a project this spring? We've got you covered - or at least our celebrities do. Check out our favorite tips from your favorite home and garden stars and get the advice you need.
And the 2016 Home + Garden Trendsetter of the Year Is...
Last January we started our search for the 2016 Home + Garden Trendsetter of the Year. After sifting through entries, selecting our finalists, and seeing their presentations we've found our winner!
Home + Garden Trendsetter of the Year Finalist: Allison Griffith
It's time to crown the 2016 Home + Garden Trendsetter of the Year! We've narrowed our search down to three finalists. Meet our third finalist: Allison Griffith.
Home + Garden Trendsetter of the Year Finalist: Denise Sabia
It's time to crown the 2016 Home + Garden Trendsetter of the Year! We've narrowed our search down to three finalists. Meet our second finalist: Denise Sabia.
Home + Garden Trendsetter of the Year Finalist: Meet Serena Appiah
It's time to crown the 2016 Home + Garden Trendsetter of the Year! We've narrowed our search down to three finalists. Meet our first finalist: Serena Appiah.
6 Lovely DIY Valentine's Day Gifts
Valentine’s Day is this Sunday and you’re all out of gift ideas? Don’t worry, we’ve got some fun and funky ways for you to spoil your sweetheart.
Touchdown! 6 Festive Ideas for your Super Bowl Party
While the snacks aren’t quite as important as the snap, now is the perfect time to start thinking about the game day goodies you’re going to serve up.
Holi-DIY Ornament Contest: Terrific Trees
Before you cast your vote in our Holi-DIY Contest, try making your own ornament. These trees, made by Liz H., Birmingham Home + Garden Assistant Show Manager, are a snap to put together!
Holi-DIY Ornament Contest: Rustic Snowflakes
Before you cast your vote in our Holi-DIY Contest, try making your own ornaments! Dorothy M. shares the secret behind her rustic stars! They're really simple to make. Find out how!
Holi-DIY Ornament Contest: Stupendous Snowman
Before you vote for your favorite DIY ornament, why not try making your own? Learn how to make Lupe M.'s mason jar snowman in a few simple steps!