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WEEKEND LOADING // If you need me, you can find me

WEEKEND LOADING // If you need me, you can find me outside planting my little heart out this weekend. It’s my happy place and I’m so looking forward to it!

I planted this succulent bowl for our outdoor table knowing it will handle the hot summer sun well. I sat the bowl on a grapevine wreath and wrapped an old grapevine garland around for an extra fun touch. If you’re looking for something pretty and easy to care for this summer, give succulents a try. They still need water but not as much as flower pots.

Hope you find your happy place this weekend, too. Have a great one!

GARDEN PLANTING OPTIONS // Which option will you u

GARDEN PLANTING OPTIONS // Which option will you use this year?

START SEEDS INDOORS: In late winter, plant seeds in grow trays to prep seedlings for spring planting. This allows for growing a wider variety of plants, some of which cannot easily be started from seed directly in the garden.

DIRECT SOW IN GARDEN: A cost effective way to grow a garden. No special equipment required. Allows for easy succession planting which prolongs harvests.

PLANT SEEDLINGS: Allows for a quicker start to the growing season. More predictable results. Instant gratification. Cost is higher than planting seeds.

For more simple garden tips visit the blog: www.itsmechristyB.com

GARDEN LOCATION | FOUR THINGS TO CONSIDER // Previ

GARDEN LOCATION | FOUR THINGS TO CONSIDER // Previously we discussed the various types of gardens. Today we’re going to talk about what to consider when determining the location of a garden

1. SUN: A successful producing vegetable garden needs at least 6 hours of sun per day. A general rule is the more sun, the better with the taller plants providing any needed shade for cooler weather plants like lettuce or spinach. Plants can grow with less sunlight but the crop production will be smaller.

2. WATER: Water is life for people and plants. Unfortunately, we can’t always count on the rain to keep our gardens sufficiently watered. Be sure a water source is close and convenient. A lack of water will yield struggling plants and ill-producing vegetables.

3. GOOD DRAINAGE: Soil quality is so important to growing a booming garden. A garden location should drain well to avoid plants sitting in over-saturated soil. Constant wet conditions can cause root rot resulting in premature death of plants.

4. CONVENIENCE: If at all possible, a garden should be in as convenient a location as possible. Healthy gardens require regular attention. Daily inspections should be made to keep pests at bay. Watering is needed when rain is lacking. Produce should be harvested promptly for freshest results. If a garden location isn’t convenient, it could lead to neglect and we don’t want all that hard work and money spent to go to waste.

BONUS: While not necessary, a garden close to the kitchen comes in handy when prepping meals. Adding a few flowers throughout not only helps with pest control and pollination, it is pretty to look at, as well. Making the garden as convenient and enjoyable as possible can encourage us to keep up the hard work for a bountiful garden of fresh produce.

If we keep these few tips in mind, we will be well on our way to a successful garden.

SUMMER LOADING // The first of May means it's time

SUMMER LOADING // The first of May means it's time to change out the faux spring flowers to live greens. Phase 1 of the summer front porch is complete. I went with the tried and true Boston ferns that flourish on the covered porch each year. Stay tuned for phase 2 - moving out the excessive amounts of house plants to live their best lives in the warm summer humidity. #ilovesummer

MAY DAY // Happy first day of May! Let's get our

MAY DAY // Happy first day of May! Let's get our hands dirty and add a little cheer to our homes with flowers.

GARDEN OPTIONS | WHAT TYPE IS BEST FOR YOU // If y

GARDEN OPTIONS | WHAT TYPE IS BEST FOR YOU // If you’ve considered planting a garden, let’s go for it! Start small so you don’t get overwhelmed. Then take what you learned and make it even better next year.

Today we are going to start from the very beginning and discuss a few different types of gardens. Whether you have a tiny balcony or a large yard, you can grow a garden, I promise. Will you go with a container garden, raised garden beds or keep it old school with an in-ground garden?

More info. on each option on the blog: www.itsmechristyB.com

ANYONE CAN START A GARDEN // You’re not too late

ANYONE CAN START A GARDEN // You’re not too late! The next two weeks is prime time in the Midwest to get your garden going. Follow along as I share simple tips to get you started so you don’t get overwhelmed. Even if you think you don’t have a green thumb, I promise you can be successful if you keep the following things in mind:

• Be patient
• Start small
• Make everything as convenient as possible
• Don’t stress
•.Don’t forget to water!

Stick around and let’s get growing together. Whether you have space for an in-ground garden, a few raised beds in the back yard or a tiny balcony for pots, anyone can start a garden. Even you!

CABO SAN LUCAS | VACATION 2024 // Back in January

CABO SAN LUCAS | VACATION 2024 // Back in January we escaped the Missouri snow to enjoy a week in Cabo San Lucas with family. The cool 65 degree mornings and breezy 80 degree afternoons were perfection. Here is a peek at our adventures in Cabo.

Still images, links to where we went and what we did, including when I tripped and almost knocked over a game of giant jenga at @the_giggling_marlin, on the blog: www.itsmechristyB.com

#cabo #cabosanlucas #cabosanlucasmexico #mexicovacation

WHAT’S FOR DINNER | WEEKLY MEAL IDEAS // Need ea

WHAT’S FOR DINNER | WEEKLY MEAL IDEAS // Need easy dinner ideas? You’re at the right place. Follow for weekly meal ideas with recipe links.

For over 90 weekly meal ideas, check out the “Dinner Ideas” highlight in my bio. Recipe links are on the blog: www.itsmechristyB.com

#dinnerideas #mealideas #easydinners #dinnertonight

CORTEN STEEL PLANTER BOXES + DIY RUST PROCESS // O

CORTEN STEEL PLANTER BOXES + DIY RUST PROCESS // Our house has flower beds on all four sides, which I love. I’ve always wanted to do something a little different in this spot by the back door rather than planting directly in the ground. After 7 years of dreaming, I finally bit the bullet and purchased the corten steel planters I knew would be perfect for this spot.

Sharing where I bought them and how I instantly rusted the steel, rather than waiting for it to weather on the blog: www.itsmechristyB.com

#cortensteel #cortensteelplanters

THE TWO Bs: TARGET TRY-ON #2 // It’s time for an

SPRING GARDEN / FLOWER BED PREP // Who has started

SPRING GARDEN / FLOWER BED PREP // Who has started prepping the garden and flower beds for planting? I’m actually on the ball this year for once. We built two more raised beds this year. I’ve got the soil amended in all the beds and even have my early spring seeds planted. I ordered WAY too many seed packets to try out this year in addition to the seeds I saved from last year’s plants. Swipe through the photos to see how I’m attempting to plan out where everything will go in the raised beds while using companion planting as much as possible. Do you plan out on paper or just go for it?

More on this year’s plans for the garden and cut flower bed on the blog: www.itsmechristyb.com

MASTER CLOSET / LAUNDRY REVEAL // Eight months ago

MASTER CLOSET / LAUNDRY REVEAL // Eight months ago we set out to turn the extra bedroom across the hall from the master into a dream closet. Today I’m sharing my new heaven on earth.

A closer look, how we did it and all the resources we used on the blog: www.itsmechristyB.com

#mastercloset #closetgoals #dreamcloset

SPRING POTTING BENCH // A little spring cleaning i

SPRING POTTING BENCH // A little spring cleaning in the garage today motivated me to move all my terracotta pots out to the potting bench. Might as well use them to dress it up until it’s time to start potting summer’s flowers. I can’t wait!

#pottingbench #terracottapots #forsythia

BLOOM BY BLOOM THE WORLD GROWS BRIGHT // Pretty ye

BLOOM BY BLOOM THE WORLD GROWS BRIGHT // Pretty yellow flowers were all that I needed to pull myself out of the winter blahs. After revamping the front porch for spring, I loved the cheery vibe so much, I kept going. Forsythia on the front porch, forsythia on the back patio, forsythia on the potting bench and forsythia at the barn. Spring has sprung! 🤫Shhhh. Don’t tell anyone. They are all faux. And they were just on sale for $1.79 each.

Links for the forsythia branches are on the blog: www.itsmechristyB.com

HAPPY EASTER ✝️ 🐇🐣 🌷

HAPPY EASTER ✝️ 🐇🐣 🌷

PLANT WEATHER // It’s almost here. Who is ready

PLANT WEATHER // It’s almost here. Who is ready for plant weather? I’m SOOOO ready!

If you weren’t following last year, this is some of what you missed. Stick around. This year is going to be fun!

#plantlife #plantlove

HALLWAY SPRUCE UP // Let’s add a little color to

HALLWAY SPRUCE UP // Let’s add a little color to this boring white hallway. It started with a large canvas painting I bought. Then I realized the thermostat was in the middle of the wall. My husband…and Google because I needed a second opinion…told me covering up the thermostat wasn’t a good idea. So I cut the canvas frame down to fit, rewrapped the canvas and added a few framed prints around the thermostat. A floor runner and a grapevine wreath tied with coordinating ribbon with the horse print added a bit of style to the otherwise boring hallway. It’s just enough to tide me over until we can go all out adding molding, color on the walls and fun light fixtures in place of the can lights. Enjoy home even in the in-between.

Resources used in the hallway refresh are linked on the blog: www.itsmechristyB.com

PLANTS // There is no such thing as too many. #h

PLANTS // There is no such thing as too many.

#houseplantslover #houseplants

ADULT PAINT BY NUMBER // Did you know you could bu

ADULT PAINT BY NUMBER // Did you know you could buy paint by number kits for adults? This is what has taken up every minute of my spare time the last two weeks. If you enjoy stuff like this, let me warn you, it is addicting! “Cereal for dinner tonight. Momma is busy.” “Can’t find your shirt? It’s probably still in the overflowing dirty clothes basket.” This is why I can’t allow myself to buy another adult paint by number kit; at least not for another year or so. I highly recommend!

Product links on the blog: www.itsmechristyB.com

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