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  • Outdoor patio table centerpiece with succulents clippings from other succulents from the yard
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Outdoor Succulent Patio Table Centerpiece

With a wire basket and a few cuttings from around the yard this succulent patio table centerpieces was created. To see more on how this was made you can go ...»
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Tammy H Corona, CA 2 days ago
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    Sia@South 47th 51 minutes ago
    Tammy H Beautiful upscale!
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  • Household vinegar will NOT kill weeds.  Read how to REALLY kill weeds with vinegar.
  • You need at least a 10-20% vinegar plus horticultural orange oil (or other citrus oil)
  • You need to apply it with a spray bottle when the sun is bright, the ground is dry, and the temperature is above 70-degrees.
  • This type of sprayer will tackle larger jobs.
  • There are a few companies that have pre-mixed the strong vinegar solution with a citrus oil.
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REALLY Killing Weeds With Vinegar

For more details on this process, please visit the blog post below.

Lately, I've been seeing Pinterest boards and blogs with tutorials on how to make a ...»

vinegar weed killer. Friends, I'm here to tell you that their information is faulty and their vinegar weed killer will not work.

Most of the blogs that show vinegar weed killer recipes, show household vinegar with 5% acidity.

This.Will.NOT.Work. I repeat, This.Will.NOT.Work.

You need a vinegar that has AT LEAST 10% acidity PLUS a horticultural citrus oil. There is some controversy within the organic gardening community regarding vinegar strength. Very respected gardeners say that 10% acidity mixed with citrus oil will kill weeds.

For at least 10 years I have been using a 20% vinegar for my weed control. I have not tried 10% vinegar ~ but I trust the gardeners who say it will work. Many of them are diluting their 20% vinegar by cutting it in half and adding water. Doing this will give you two gallons of 10% vinegar.

WARNING: This 10% – 20% vinegar is potent. You need to wear goggles, rubber gloves, long sleeves, and shoes when working with 20% vinegar. It will burn your skin if any splashes. I have experienced this first hand ~ it can be very painful.

While the vinegar alone will work well at getting rid of weeds, it's the orange oil that nails the coffin shut on weeds. However, none of this will kill weeds if it isn't properly applied. That is the real secret to killing weeds and killing them for good.

If you want to kill weeds naturally, then here's what you do:The correct ratio for weed killing is: 1 gallon of 10-20% vinegar to 1 C. of orange (or citrus) oil. Mix well. (see my Warning above) Then, add to either a spray bottle like this one. I highly recommend rubber gloves when applying with this type of bottle ~ it does tend to drip.

This ONLY WORKS when applied at full strength, in sunlight, during the heat of the day.

That means, if it rained yesterday, then don't apply it. If rain is in the forecast within 24 hours, don't apply it.

Wait until the soil is dried out a bit, the sun is bright, and it's the middle of the day. It must be at least 70-degrees for maximum efficacy. The weed will think you are giving it some good food. Down the hatch, little weed.

Keep in mind that this brew does not discriminate. Be careful where you spray. It will kill your flowers and plants just as effectively. Obviously, avoid application on windy days.

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The Seasoned Homemaker Austin, TX 13 hours ago
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    Andrea S 4 hours ago
    George R. L. You can't buy 20% (horticultural) vinegar in Canada. ...»

    Horticultural Vinegar is not registered for weed control use. It is illegal under the Pest Control Products Act of Canada to use horticultural vinegar as a herbicide. If caught using an unregistered product the penalties can be severe. In the event of an accident, using an unregistered product would expose the user to potential legal action (negligence). Insurance companies will not cover liabilities incurred while using an illegal unregistered product.

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  • Black Trim. Originally made for a "Zombie Themed Wedding" These flowers will line the aisle that the bride walks down.
  • Classic White. This flower was originally made for a traditional wedding. Used here as decoration on my Christmas Tree.
  • Cobalt. Originally made for a "Day of the Dead Themed Wedding". These flowers were used on both the tables and the "Ofrienda"
  • Dusted Red Trim. These flowers were originally made for a "Zombie Themed Wedding" These flowers will be used in hurricane vases on the guest tables.
  • Marigold. These flowers were originally made for a "Day of the Dead Themed Wedding" These flowers were used on both the tables and the "Ofrienda"
  • Pink. These flowers were orignally made for a little girls birthday party, a baby shower, a "Day of the Dead" Themed Wedding.
  • Red Trim. Originally made for a "Zombie Themed Wedding" They will adorn the guest tables.
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  • Tuxedo. These flowers were originally used in a traditional wedding.
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Coffee Filter Flowers

Collection of some of the coffee filter flowers that I have made for various weddings and home decor.
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Teri U Queen Creek, AZ 2 days ago
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  • Creeping Phlox
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  • Love the deep coloring of this tulip
  • My garden in intoxicating with the smell of Lilies-of-the-Valley
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Flowers in Bloom

Just some pictures of flowers in bloom in my Secret Garden
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Jayme Bellaire, MI 10 hours ago
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    Dee W 5 hours ago
    What a nice way to start the warmer weather; with such beautiful flowers!
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  • The flag is made from pallet wood scraps.
  • This is Jimmy's final resting place in Arlington National Cemetery. The image I used was taken by a photographer on Memorial Day 2007. The heartbroken women was Jimmy's fiance.
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  • Me and Jimmy, Afghanistan 2005
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Memorial Day!! Honor the Fallen. In Memory of Sgt. Jimmy Regan

I redid this dresser to pay tribute to my Ranger buddy Jimmy who was KIA Feb 2007 in Iraq. Read about him here: http://www.leadthewayfund.org/sgt-james-j-re...
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BeachBumLivin Sarasota, FL 7 hours ago
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    BeachBumLivin 6 hours ago
    Thank you Tania!
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  • The Shade Path garden: Variegated Solomon Seal (Polygonatum odoratum 'Variegatum') in front of the blue flowers of Brunnera 'Jack Frost'. 1
  • View down the Shade Path this May... forget-me-nots (Myosotis), chartreuse inflorescence of Euphorbias, hosta, ferns and many others.
  • Forget-me-not-like flowers of Brunnera 'Jack Frost'
  • Our new Fothergilla bush is flowering this month, and goes so nicely with the Euphorbia!
  • This pretty patch work is of a lungwort (Pulmonaria) and a wood spurge (Euphorbia).
  • Tulip 'White Parrot'...Parrot tulips are known for their unusual markings and shape. It is a nice, frilly addition to the front of the sunny end of this garden that is mostly in shade.
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Scenes From the Shade Path Garden

Here are some views of our Shade Path garden from the past couple of weeks. I love when it turns to this blue and white phase... so peaceful...
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Julie @ Wife, Mother, Gar... Pittsburgh, PA 2 days ago
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Turquoise Chalkboard/Hanger From Reclaimed Frame

Who doesn't love turquoise....and chalkboards.....and cool knobs from Hobby Lobby!! I created this chalkboard from a vintage mirror frame and it's wood hanger. Click the link for the how-to!!

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Petticoat Junktion Clarksville, TN 2 days ago
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    Kim C 7 hours ago
    What a great idea, I see these on CL from time to time, now I know what to do with one, can't ...»
    wait! thanks for always sharing your awesome makeovers!

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3 Simple Steps to Create Gorgeous Containers

To busy to plant? No worries... here's a way to make your neighbors envious and your friends amazed. Simple pop a gorgeous hanging basket into your existing planter. Add a few more plants ...»
is bulk it up if necessary.... then smile :) #maygarden

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Shelley @ Sow and Dipity Canada 14 hours ago
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    Donna Dixson 9 hours ago
    It is a great idea! You can also just plop them in the ground for a ready made flower bed at ...»
    the mail box or small front bed.

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Gilded Framed Agate Coasters

I took a set of four blue agate coasters and gilded the edges with gold leaf. Then, I framed them in shadowboxes to display in the master bedroom. I like them both ways!
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Design OCD Atlanta, GA 21 hours ago
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    Karen - The Graphics Fairy 9 hours ago
    These are gorgeous!! I love that deep blue with the gold!
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DIY - 25 Great Sign Ideas, Hometalk Clipboard

Wow, there are some awesome DIY Sign ideas shared here on Hometalk. I curated a clipboard of 25 of my favorites this past weekend and I find more sign inspiration to clip everyday! Check it out.....you might be there :-)
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Petticoat Junktion Clarksville, TN 14 hours ago
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    Laura, The Shed blog by P... 10 hours ago
    Love this collection! Very inspiring!
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