Matt and Shari » Outdoor Living http://mattandshari.com Real Decorating for Real People Tue, 04 Jun 2019 21:50:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Carefree Poly Furniture Review: Quality Long Lasting Outdoor Furniture http://mattandshari.com/decorating/exterior-decor/carefree-poly-furniture-review-quality-long-lasting-outdoor-furniture/ http://mattandshari.com/decorating/exterior-decor/carefree-poly-furniture-review-quality-long-lasting-outdoor-furniture/#comments Fri, 09 May 2014 01:59:39 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=8469 It’s not often that you get to buy a great product and do something that’s truly beneficial for the planet, too. But that’s what we found at Carefree Poly Furniture – a ’net-based company that sells Amish-made poly lawn furniture. If you’re not familiar with poly lawn furniture, which many consider to be the “next...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/decorating/exterior-decor/carefree-poly-furniture-review-quality-long-lasting-outdoor-furniture/feed/ 3 Beautiful and Natural River Pebble Fountain http://mattandshari.com/discussions/beautiful-and-natural-river-pebble-fountain/ http://mattandshari.com/discussions/beautiful-and-natural-river-pebble-fountain/#respond Thu, 20 Feb 2014 20:50:16 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=7844 This fountain is another find at the Great Big Home & Garden Show in Cleveland this year. I saw it and fell in love with it immediately. Of course I do like natural, rustic design, but the gurgle of the water and shimmer of the stones is almost mesmerizing. This wasn’t the only water feature...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/discussions/beautiful-and-natural-river-pebble-fountain/feed/ 0 Things to Consider When Decorating Outdoor Spaces http://mattandshari.com/decorating/exterior-decor/things-to-consider-when-decorating-outdoor-spaces/ http://mattandshari.com/decorating/exterior-decor/things-to-consider-when-decorating-outdoor-spaces/#respond Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:06:07 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=5635 You might not think about it, but your outdoor “rooms” deserve the same time and attention you give to your indoor rooms if you want to enjoy them in the same way.  Decorating an outdoor “room” is very similar to decorating any other area of your home. You need to first determine the function of...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/decorating/exterior-decor/things-to-consider-when-decorating-outdoor-spaces/feed/ 0 Make These Spindle Angels for Your Garden http://mattandshari.com/how-to/shop-projects/make-these-spindle-angels-for-your-garden/ http://mattandshari.com/how-to/shop-projects/make-these-spindle-angels-for-your-garden/#respond Mon, 07 Nov 2011 18:56:37 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=4856 Have fun designing your very own spindle garden angels and then put them together and display them with pride. I have to say, I’m always amazed of the brain power of my pal Shari!  When we were preparing for season two of “Around the House with Matt and Shari” she came up with the idea...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/how-to/shop-projects/make-these-spindle-angels-for-your-garden/feed/ 0 How to Make Your Exterior Entry Pretty and Welcoming http://mattandshari.com/decorating/exterior-decor/how-to-make-your-exterior-entry-pretty-and-welcoming/ http://mattandshari.com/decorating/exterior-decor/how-to-make-your-exterior-entry-pretty-and-welcoming/#comments Fri, 09 Sep 2011 15:20:18 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=4659 Even if you think you have a lovely foyer in your home, your entry also extends to the outside of your home.  It all depends on which direction you are going! So it pays to take a look at the front of your home, or at least at the entrance that most people use when...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/decorating/exterior-decor/how-to-make-your-exterior-entry-pretty-and-welcoming/feed/ 2 Use Paints to Dress Up Your Clay Pots http://mattandshari.com/crafts/seasonal-crafts/use-paints-to-dress-up-your-clay-pots/ http://mattandshari.com/crafts/seasonal-crafts/use-paints-to-dress-up-your-clay-pots/#respond Tue, 30 Aug 2011 14:03:52 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=4524 You can use both spray paints and paint pens to dress up your clay pots to match or coordinate with your outdoor furnishings. One of the fastest ways to do any type of painting that I know of is spray painting, especially for craft projects.  For this project we are using Design Masters Color Tool Sprays. ...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/crafts/seasonal-crafts/use-paints-to-dress-up-your-clay-pots/feed/ 0 Create This Outdoor Trellis to Beautify Your Exterior http://mattandshari.com/how-to/shop-projects/create-this-outdoor-trellis-to-beautify-your-exterior/ http://mattandshari.com/how-to/shop-projects/create-this-outdoor-trellis-to-beautify-your-exterior/#respond Fri, 01 Jul 2011 19:02:46 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=4391 An outdoor trellis will add dimension and beauty to the exterior of your home – build one and see! Do you have fond memories of your first home? Well I certainly do.  My first home was a wonderful little cottage that I spent many hours working on, and I enjoyed every minute of it.  The garden...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/how-to/shop-projects/create-this-outdoor-trellis-to-beautify-your-exterior/feed/ 0 All the Steps to Use Your Grill Safely http://mattandshari.com/how-to/home-care/all-the-steps-to-use-your-grill-safely/ http://mattandshari.com/how-to/home-care/all-the-steps-to-use-your-grill-safely/#respond Fri, 01 Jul 2011 18:16:58 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=4385 I just finished doing what I like to do most on a warm evening. You have to understand that I do not like to cook, at all! If it can’t fit in a microwave, I ordered it over the phone. Not that I don’t like a home cooked meal, its just finding the time to...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/how-to/home-care/all-the-steps-to-use-your-grill-safely/feed/ 0 Use the Principles of Design on Your Outdoor Deck http://mattandshari.com/decorating/exterior-decor/use-the-principles-of-design-on-your-outdoor-deck/ http://mattandshari.com/decorating/exterior-decor/use-the-principles-of-design-on-your-outdoor-deck/#respond Fri, 01 Jul 2011 17:11:16 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=4375 Don’t just put your furniture out for the summer and walk away, spend a little time making your deck an outdoor room that you will wnat to spend time in and invite friends over to enjoy!  I  have to admit that it didn’t take long for me to convince Matt that actually decorating an outdoor...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/decorating/exterior-decor/use-the-principles-of-design-on-your-outdoor-deck/feed/ 0 Move Indoor Rooms Outside for Seasonal Events http://mattandshari.com/decorating/seasonal-decor/move-indoor-rooms-outside-for-seasonal-events/ http://mattandshari.com/decorating/seasonal-decor/move-indoor-rooms-outside-for-seasonal-events/#respond Thu, 30 Jun 2011 15:29:15 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=4365 To some this is a crazy idea but to the adventurous, it’s brilliant.  Give it a try for a special event, I guarantee you’ll do it again! There are several ways to “charge up” your exterior spaces for the season and this year you should try it at least once!  Instead of cleaning off the...

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