If you're looking for plants that want to soak up the summer sun as much as you do, here are 10 for your consideration.

Bring the spring inside with some house plants. Not only will the pretty greenery bring a bit of life to your décor, it will also make your home healthier by working as a natural air purifier. And if basic garden-variety houseplants aren’t really your thing check out these unique picks.

Last week I talked about design dilemmas common with the quintessential rectangular urban yard, and space (or should I say, lack thereof), is usually at the top of the list. From inspiration to DIY's, tips on products available on the market and where to source them — this post will surely have you dreaming up new ways to best utilize a small footprint in the garden.

With the weather warming up, it's time to put those seeds in the ground while spring is in full swing... if only you could remember what to plant when. 

For years Etsy has dominated the web as the go-to source for small business, handmade, unique and one-of-a-kind goods. But to say the site's number of options can be overwhelming would be an understatement. To help streamline the search for eco-friendly and natural goods, a new website has popped up, Eco Market, which has branded itself as the "Etsy for Eco." The online retailer has focused not just on handmade, but the story behind the product — the who, what and why behind every item and business featured on the site.

I'm not sure about where you live, but in Seattle and the rest of the Pacific Northwest, raising chickens is about as prevalent as having any other kind of domesticated animals. It's not uncommon to see city suburb coops in neighbors' backyards or to be gifted fresh eggs from a friend's chickens.

If you're tired of looking at that ugly pipe under your sink, here's a quick tip for hiding that plumbing, adding some life to your bathroom, and improving the air quality inside — all at the same time!

Wattle fencing originated in England and was traditionally woven with willow or hazel branches. However, it can incorporate a variety of twigs, reeds, or branches you find outdoors (namely oak, elder, hornbeam and ash). 

I am a firm believer that cleaning tools do not need to be expensive or ugly, so I was excited when I found this simple duster tutorial over at 3191 Miles Apart. Made from wool scraps, which naturally attract and hold dust, it can be thrown into the washer once it gets dirty.

If you're lucky enough to have outdoor space where you live, now is a great time to start thinking about planting a vegetable garden. Cheap, sustainable and just good fun, gardening is great for everyone.