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What have you always wanted to do with your backyard? Each summer, you keep putting that project off for one reason or another. However, if you’re planning on spending a little more time around home, then perhaps this is the year to get it done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A “Holi-stay” or a “stay-cation”, are new made-up words for traveling less and hanging out closer to home. That’s why, in recent years, garden and outdoor living trends show more people investing in their backyards. Many are intrigued with the idea of creating a mini-retreat offering more comfort, beauty, and relaxation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That doesn’t have to mean complex or expensive. A few years ago, I painted my little garden shed. I couldn’t believe what a difference that made for my yard. With a cheerful pop of color, that storage shed gave my yard a whole new character. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Projects you can do on a budget<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Do you look at your backyard and think “I wish…” or “if it only had______ (fill in the blank). If it’s not in the budget, cheer up. There just so happens to be some creative, budget friendly solutions you can do yourself!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So what new feature would you like to introduce to your backyard? If your backyard space is wide open where neighbors can see into your backyard, perhaps a little personal retreat is in order. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5 Terrific Ideas for a Backyard Privacy Screen<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Attractive Privacy Screen panels can create some personal space just for you!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, maybe a pergola will provide an attractive spot for outdoor entertaining? Pergolas are simple by design and can be constructed in one day. Add a covering to provide a little shade and surrounded it with planters of colorful flowers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pergolas Make Outdoor Spaces Inviting Places<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such additions not only change the way your backyard looks, but how it functions. If your outdoor spaces seem boring to you now…with a little creativity…they won’t be that way for very long!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ditch the lawn in exchange for an inviting patio with pergola <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Low cost materials help with your budget<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

While you’re thinking about ideas for your new backyard, make a trip to your nearest Re-Build Store<\/strong> like the Habitat for Humanity Re-Store<\/a>. Most major cities have at least one, so search on-line in your area. You’ll find all kinds of left over building materials from new home construction to remodels for a fraction of the cost. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things like concrete pavers, left-over bags of concrete mix, remnant lumber and hardware, tools, lighting fixtures and more. When you don’t need a whole lot of something, your project will cost LESS, and be that much more rewarding! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Create some backyard fun<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Projects that are simple by nature and easy on the budget<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make a relaxing bed swing from Shipping Pallets<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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