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Using Frog Themed Decorations in The Garden

May 14th, 2010

Having set your yard and garden up with the right Garden Decor, a homeowner can turn the back yard into – quite literally what I would call a stress relief sanctuary. Simple things such as adding a birdbath and wind chimes to provide soothing sounds after a frustrating day at work can make for a wonderful background aura when sitting outside drinking tea. Compliment this with relaxing amongst the color flowers and plants and you can see how the ambience of a garden is truly ones personal sanctuary.

It doesn’t have to be all serious though – one can have fun with silly or whimsical garden decor, such as using frog themed decorations in the garden.

One example could be the Happy Frog Birdbath from SPI. It’s a green frog standing upright lifting a lily pad over its head. The bath stands about 30 inches tall and 14.5 inches in diameter, and it is made of Aluminum.

For additional soothing sounds, pewter Frog Wind Chimes manufactured by Siskiyou might sooth the frazzled nerves. The chime comes in two sizes six or nine inches, and sparkles in the sunlight. The design is a frog sitting on a flowering lily pad with a wavy grass background.

For a burst of color, plant flowers around the birdbath. Taller flowers such as dahlias or sunflowers could provide a background and barrier to block the view of the neighbors yard. For vibrant red petals try some Geraniums.

For a pathway among the flowers, use paving stones or a Forest Frog Stepping Stone from Sunrise. The stones have a tree frog perched on a limb waiting for a tasty treat. They are a little under a foot in diameter and one inch thick.

Additional garden decor items include windsocks, flags, or banners. Toland makes a potted frog design. It sports a cute green and white frog sitting on an upside down clay pot with a geranium in the background. The banner also includes the word welcome to make the garden more inviting.

Enjoy your backyard sanctuary adorned with frog themed garden decor. You can breath the fresh air, relax in the sun, and forgot about work.

Spicing Up Your Garden Décor

May 13th, 2010

Is your garden décor in need of a small or major transition?

If so, have no fear my dear – there are many items you can use to transform the average garden to the best looking one on the block! You can easily have one that all of your neighbors envy. The changes can be simple yet subtle. There is an infinite amount of trinkets that can make your yard unique if you’re willing to experiment and see what works best to compliment your unique landscape and of course the colors of the plants in your garden.

Speaking of colors:

A wind glass blown hummingbird feeder or whimsical chimes can add color and create life in your back yard. You can create a serene atmosphere with colorful butterfly stakes intricately placed around your favorite flowerbed. You can also spruce up your porch with simple hanging plants and decorative rod iron planters. And you can always bring a smile to your face by using funny garden signs, silly gnomes and clowns, and other whimsical garden decor, too.

Some of the most eye-catching decor can be hand made. So, if you are on a cheap budget have no worries! There are plenty of “how to” books and web pages that explain by specific step by step instructions how to make something unique.

Take for instance a hummingbird feeder; did you know one of these could be easily made? You can make it out of your favorite potpourri jar or closed glass canister. You can look up the directions on how to make one of these. You will not believe how simple and fun it is to make.

There are many ways to spice up your atmosphere. Whether you hand make it or decide to purchase is up to you. Your backyard should to be a relaxing escape, somewhere you go to unwind from a busy day of work. So, sit on your favorite hammock or rocking chair, and take it all in. Enjoy the sounds of nature and savor your paradise retreat. Remember, it is easy to take a garden from Drab to Fab! All it takes is a little imagination to spice up your garden décor!