Outdoor Projects Archives - Building Bluebird https://buildingbluebird.com/category/cape-cottage/exterior/ Budget friendly DIY projects and home decor content to create a functional and happy home! Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:55:04 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://buildingbluebird.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Screen-Shot-2022-04-11-at-1.56.27-PM.png Outdoor Projects Archives - Building Bluebird https://buildingbluebird.com/category/cape-cottage/exterior/ 32 32 Painting Your Front Door for Instant Curb Appeal | DIY Tips https://buildingbluebird.com/painted-front-door-diy/ https://buildingbluebird.com/painted-front-door-diy/#comments Fri, 30 Aug 2024 18:26:36 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=24826 Applying paint to your front door is one of the simplest ways to refresh the curb appeal of your home. Purchasing a brand new door is expensive and a fresh coat of paint is an easy way to give the front of your home a new look.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/painted-front-door-diy/feed/ 2 Stunning Backyard Pool Makeover on a Budget https://buildingbluebird.com/backyard-pool-makeover/ https://buildingbluebird.com/backyard-pool-makeover/#respond Mon, 10 Jun 2024 07:33:00 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=24376 When we first toured our home, one of the really attractive aspects of the property was the large backyard and in-ground pool. While the landscaping wasn't our particular style and there were some improvements needed, I knew that with a little elbow grease, we could tackle a backyard pool makeover on a budget!

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/backyard-pool-makeover/feed/ 0 Ugly Concrete Makeover | How to Paint a Patio https://buildingbluebird.com/how-to-paint-a-patio/ https://buildingbluebird.com/how-to-paint-a-patio/#respond Sun, 27 Aug 2023 19:36:06 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=21544 Is your concrete patio looking dull and uninviting? It's time to give it a fresh new look with a coat of paint. Painting your concrete patio is a simple yet effective way to transform its appearance and bring new life to your outdoor space.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/how-to-paint-a-patio/feed/ 0 How to Paint a Shed Yourself | Beginner’s Guide https://buildingbluebird.com/how-to-paint-a-shed/ https://buildingbluebird.com/how-to-paint-a-shed/#comments Wed, 21 Jun 2023 20:21:03 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=20568 If you're looking to spruce up your backyard, painting your shed is a great place to start. With a little bit of time and effort, you can transform your shed into a beautiful and eye-catching feature of your outdoor space.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced DIYer, this guide will walk you through the steps to paint your shed like a pro.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/how-to-paint-a-shed/feed/ 2 The Best Exterior Shutter Ideas to Add Instant Curb Appeal https://buildingbluebird.com/house-with-shutters/ https://buildingbluebird.com/house-with-shutters/#respond Thu, 04 May 2023 14:34:08 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=20306 There is something about a house with shutters that instantly elevates the look of the home. In the past, I have described the windows as the eyes of the home and the shutters as the mascara. The finishing touch on the exterior of a house that really makes it pop!

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/house-with-shutters/feed/ 0 Old Swing Set Makeover Reveal | Easy DIY https://buildingbluebird.com/swing-set-makeover/ https://buildingbluebird.com/swing-set-makeover/#respond Wed, 12 Apr 2023 19:08:48 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=19881 This old swing set has had some great times, but it was in dire need of a DIY makeover! In a few short days, we turned a tired, old swing set into a beautiful swing set that looks brand-new.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/swing-set-makeover/feed/ 0 What to Plant in Your Ohio Shade Garden | Perennial Favorites https://buildingbluebird.com/shade-garden-ideas/ https://buildingbluebird.com/shade-garden-ideas/#respond Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:27:29 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=19849 If you have a shady yard, you may think that having a beautiful garden is out of reach. However, with the right design and plant choices, you can create a stunning shade garden that thrives in low-light conditions.

Check out these 7 shade garden ideas for inspiration and tips on how to make your own backyard oasis.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/shade-garden-ideas/feed/ 0 Peony Bush Care in the Garden | Beginners Guide https://buildingbluebird.com/peony-bush-care/ https://buildingbluebird.com/peony-bush-care/#respond Fri, 06 Jan 2023 02:10:47 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=18729 The peony bush is one of my favorite flowering plants and I knew it had to be incorporated into our backyard garden design plans at our new home. Today I am sharing my tips on peony bush care and frequently asked questions on how to maintain them in our garden.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/peony-bush-care/feed/ 0 How to Hang Christmas Garland Outdoors with Lights https://buildingbluebird.com/how-to-hang-christmas-garland-on-your-porch/ https://buildingbluebird.com/how-to-hang-christmas-garland-on-your-porch/#respond Tue, 22 Nov 2022 14:42:06 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=18316 When it comes to Christmas lights, I prefer white lights outside and colorful lights on our Christmas tree. My favorite exterior holiday decor is the twinkling Christmas garland I hang around the top of our porch every year. Hanging the cedar garland and Christmas lights is really easy and I am breaking it all down for you in the tutorial below!

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/how-to-hang-christmas-garland-on-your-porch/feed/ 0 How to Install Brick Edging Around a Patio https://buildingbluebird.com/how-to-lay-brick-pavers-around-a-pool-diy/ https://buildingbluebird.com/how-to-lay-brick-pavers-around-a-pool-diy/#respond Tue, 07 Jun 2022 14:17:26 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=7926 Outdoor DIY projects seem to have a domino effect in our household. What started as a simple tree removal project quickly devolved into installing a brick paver border around our pool. We are always guilty of project creep and this time was no different!

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