Safe Wall Sconces For Your Kids' Room

 

Grace your home with the elegant ceramic wall sconce fixtures. They are perfect in every way. They are great as an interior decoration as well as a source of illumination. If you have kids at home, these ceramic wall sconce fixtures is a perfect choice because they do not contain any harmful substance which could danger them. They are made of natural white clay which is used by potters in creating their masterpieces. 

The designs of these ceramic wall sconce fixtures are also unique especially the Celestial Stars Block Sconce which I recently purchased for my niece's bedroom and bathroom. She specifically picked this design because she love anything which has stars. We just added dimmers so she could also use this as a night lamp. It is a good thing though that this ceramic lamp is also safe to use even in damp location. We definitely need this type of lighting fixtures since my niece loves to play with water. We really had a hard time looking for a lighting fixture that is water proof and is within our budget. Fortunately, we found this ceramic wall sconce fixtures.

 

They say it is better safe than sorry. I couldn't agree more. The safety of our kids is one of our main priorities. These days, most products sold in the market contains materials that are not safe for kids. We need to carefully check the ingredients or materials of a certain product before we hand them over to them. But there is nothing more safer than using anything organic.

My Housewarming Presents

More often than not I give home garden gifts as a present. They are perfect in every way because they grow. They are beneficial to our environment as well. They don't just beautify our surroundings; they also provide us with fresh air. Plants can make anyone feel great. Besides, I always love gardening.I tried growing all types of plants in my apartment. I planted them in terrariums, flower boxes and even in old wine crates. 

Unfortunately, gardening does not love me because none of the plants survived or perhaps I have been not paid close attention to them. My frustration in gardening is known to all my close friends and relatives which is why I always receive home garden gifts every time there is a special occasion.  I always receive live plants and kits such as Easter Wheat-grass Garden-in-a-Pail, Basil Seed Kit in Bamboo Container, and other Seed Starting Kits and Gifts That Grow which used to frustrate me.  Other than I was not good in growing plants because they die all the time, my space was limited. Unless I bring the plants to my parents'  place, the plants do not stand a chance of survival. But now that I have my own house with a great landscape and garden, I have more than enough space for all the home garden gifts. Besides, after successfully growing plants on the living wall kits, somehow I have gained enough confidence in planting.

 

I suppose the famous quote that goes the love of gardening is a seed once sown that never dies is true. I will forever be looking for different means and ways to grow plants. I know that  I will still encounter failures in growing plants along the way. But these failures cannot stop me from growing plants. Besides I still have my friends and my family who are always around when I need help in gardening. No worries.

Hosting The Housewarming Party For The First Time

I still cannot believe that I will be hosting my own housewarming party in a few days. Even the fact that I have my own space still overwhelms me. I have sent out the invitations to my love ones and friends just a day ago for the housewarming party this coming Saturday. Some invitations where sent out using traditional mail while those who are living in another city receive theirs through email. I am not sure if they will be able to attend since I sent out the invitations in such a short notice but I am crossing my fingers that they will. 

I cannot wait to show them around in my humble abode. I am positive that they will be as surprise as I am once they catch a glimpse of my new house. The house looks like it came straight out of a postcard. I want to show them my beautiful garden as well. All the flowering plants are in full bloom and I am sure that everyone will love them especially the Supertunia Raspberry Blast. These lovely flowers look magnificent. I have a hard time growing them. Even I cannot believe that I would be able to keep them alive and healthy. I want to show them the Supertunia Raspberry Blast which I planted in the living wall planters. It will definitely surprise them that I have these plants in the living wall planters hidden away from them. Initially I was planning to give away the living wall planter filled with Supertunia Raspberry Blast last Mother's Day as a present. But I know my mom will love the one filled with herbs for her kitchen. So instead, I have her the ones with herbs and kept the one with Supertunia Raspberry Blast.

Having a garden on my wall instead of pictures is somewhat unique and convenient. It gave my living room a character of its own and it is something to brag about. They all know what a total disaster I am when it comes to garden The living wall project was like my redemption. It made gardening easy and fun since I do not worry worry them everyday. The living wall planter includes a moisture mat to keep the plants moist all the time. Now that they are in full bloom, I want to show them to everyone. This coming housewarming party is the perfect time to do it.

Plant A Canadian Sugar Maple Tree And Be Free

 

I love summer. It is the best time to go outing with my love ones. I love going to the beach and have fun with my family and friends. However there are times that I wish that summer does not come.  I just can't stand the excruciating heat of the sun. These past few weeks it has been intolerable. I cannot stay 15 minutes under the heat of the sun without getting sun-burnt in spite of the sun block lotion. All I want to do is stay under the shade of the ten-year- old Canadian Sugar Maple trees where it is cool and comforting. 

Whenever I look at the Canadian Sugar Maple trees in the backyard, I can't help but be proud of myself for it is the fruit of my labor. I may have planted several other Canadian Sugar Maple trees and other trees but the ones in the backyard were mine. I was the one who planted and took care of those trees until it grew taller than me. Growing it was not easy for me. I had to do a lot of research on how to grow it. I also had to check if the rich and well-drained soil in our yard is alright for the tree. Thankfully, the soil in our yard is ideal for growing the tree. In addition, I also sought the advice of several individuals for the proper planting technique. 

These 35 meter Canadian maple trees which were my high school project have done us a lot of favors. Aside from providing us with shade especially in times like this, we were also able to harvest maple syrup from it. The maple syrup it produces was the main reason why I chose to grow it in spite of the hardships I knew I had to go through. Its sweet taste is really worth all the trouble. I have no regrets.

Canadian Sugar Maple Trees And Its Benefits

For several decades we have been suffering from all sorts of natural calamities brought about by global warming. Flood, tsunamis, drought, and strong typhoons which can wipe us out in a single stroke are nature’s revenge for all the abuses it received from us. Thankfully, government and private sectors here and abroad have been working hand in hand to stop global warming by teaching us the proper way to recycle, patronize environmental friendly products and the most important of all they encourage us to plant trees and plants. Without this nature’s natural air cooling system, we do not stand a chance against the harmful heat of the sun. 

I am glad that we were taught how to plant trees and other plants at a very young age. My parents and teachers in school did a wonderful job in instilling that we should value and protect Mother Nature. The tall Canadian Sugar Maple trees which started as a project during my grade school are now standing tall and proud in our yard. These trees made our place cooler that some places which do not have any trees. They are very convenient especially during summer. I tried to make a bonsai tree out of as it makes a wonderful indoor decoration. But my parents told me that it will grow best in its natural habitat. I am glad I listened. Aside from the shade provided by the Canadian Sugar Maple trees, we are also enjoying the sweet maple syrup which came from it. 

Planting decorative plants and trees such as the Canadian Sugar Maple trees make a difference in our society. Most of our food source come from them. In addition, without these plants and trees we do not stand a chance against the harmful heat of the sun. So let us do our part in planting trees for we have nothing to lose and a lot to gain.

Living Wall Kit As A Present

The look on my mother’s face when she received her present last Mother’s day is beyond words. She was really pleased with the living wall present which she helped me grow a few weeks ago.  This is not the first time that she received a plant as a present but it is the first time that she received it from me. The fact that the living wall survived proved that all her efforts in teaching me how to take care of the plants had finally paid off. It also disproved that I am a total disaster when it comes to growing plants.

My mom is passionate about her plants. She spends a lot of time, money and effort just to make sure that her plants grow well. She dotes on them as has doted on us. There was even a time that I thought she loves her plants more than she loves us. But then again, I know in my heart that I am wrong. I finally understood why she had been encouraging us to grow our own garden when we were little. It is her way of teaching us about life and values. It is her own way of teaching us how to be patient and kind.

The living wall on her kitchen does not only please her. It also pleases me since it is my first green wall project. I may not have done it alone but I have put in so much effort just to ensure that those herbs grow well. It looks perfect on her kitchen wall. I know I have a lot to learn when it comes to growing plants. But I have the garden books and my mother who is like a walking garden encyclopedia who will guide me along the way.

Gardening With DIY Living Walls

Over the years, I have seen several plants which were planted on hanging glass globes, contemporary table top terrariums, window boxes, and glowing planters. There are even some people who recycled their old piano, rusted wheelbarrow and empty plastic soda bottles into planters. I thought nothing else could surprise me as I have already seen these not-so-ordinary ways of growing plants. I even tried planting a few of my favorite plants using these beautiful and unique planters. However, it is in our nature to seek and develop new ideas as that will improve our way of living. The living wall or green wall is the product of one of those new ideas. 

The living wall is garden and wall decoration rolled into one. They are a perfect decoration if you have a limited space or if you are staying in a studio type apartment. They are also proven to be very useful especially in the kitchen as they can be used to grow your favorite herbs and spices. I already have three living walls which are growing healthily. One of those living walls is gracing the living wall. The second one is gracing the kitchen. The herbs and spices which I planted on the third do it your self living wall is only a week old so it stays hidden in my room. I am planning to give it to my mom as a surprise Mother’s Day present on May 11th. It will be the first time I am giving her a live plant on Mother’s Day and I am very excited about it. For sure she will be please since she had been asking for the living wall in the kitchen the first time she saw it.

I suppose I am ready for my first bonsai project. I am planning to use the Vertical Garden with Containers for my bonsai trees. I know that growing bonsai trees may not be as easy as growing herbs and spices. They need more care and attention. But I am 100 percent confident that my bonsai trees will grow as healthily as the other living walls.