The weather is wonderful in the northern hemisphere again, and I for one am looking for any excuse to be outside. One of the best ways to do this is by having an outdoor cookout. There’s the obvious equipment you’ll want for one – like a grill or outdoor cooktop. But there are other details […]
With the warmer weather here in the northern hemisphere, I’m seeing more and more outdoor dining open up for restaurants. Even places that didn’t have an outdoor section before are trying it out due to popular demand. Some are lovely, inviting spaces and others not so much. What gives? Chances are, the visual disconnect is […]
You may have always dreamed of a home fireplace or campfire, but building one into your existing lawn can be a logistical nightmare. But just like there are artificial fireplaces for indoors, there are now also many artificial fire pits for outdoors. With easy setup, intuitive controls, multipurpose function, and safety certification, a fire pit […]
Summertime is meant to be spent outside, but not all of us have a large and lavish porch or deck to spend it on. Small outdoor spaces can be frustrating to decorate, too, because so much outdoor furniture is meant for big decks. But there IS hope for smaller spaces. A variety of outdoor furniture […]
Summer is almost here, and people everywhere are itching to spend more time outside – and more time with people. Back yard entertaining is already seeing a surge in popularity, and will only become more common as weather warms up and restrictions on gatherings start to ease. But what if your back yard isn’t equipped […]
As the weather clears up and prepares us for a warm springtime and summer, people are clamoring to get out and enjoy the fresh air. Now is the time to tackle your garden renovations, and one popular style is a modern take on English gardens. With big, beautiful flowers and trees, benches, sculptures, and the […]
You may think of Home Thangs as your reliable home and garden online shopping spot, but we have an adventurous side as well. Thanks to Old Modern Handicrafts, we have solo or duo canoes water-ready for your next trip, whether you are a beginner at canoeing or a seasoned paddler. If you’re keen on exploring […]
The most important factor in choosing your outdoor furniture isn’t appearance, cost, or durability – it’s how you want to unwind. While the layout of your yard, garden, deck, or patio obviously has a big influence on the kind of furniture you can have, the type of seating you end up with will really define […]
Creating a beautiful outdoor space can take a lot of work – not to mention a good amount of time. After all, landscaping projects are long-term by nature, and if your back yard is in a bad state, it can take more than a little elbow grease to level out your green spaces and get them […]
It’s that time of year again: when everyone is getting ready to whip their outdoor spaces into shape for summer. But if you’re short on space? All this talk of new decks, outdoor kitchens, and landscaping projects may seem out of reach. Even if you only have a small deck, patio, or even balcony, though, […]