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Scottish Sun
28-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
I turned my ugly outhouse into a stunning feature – folk say it's the best £10 Shein transformation they've seen
Read on for more easy ways to give your garden a makeover HOUSE THAT I turned my ugly outhouse into a stunning feature – folk say it's the best £10 Shein transformation they've seen A SAVVY woman has shared how she transformed her ugly outhouse on a budget. Tracy Wright, from the UK, took to social media to show off the simple garden transformation that left people floored. Advertisement 2 Tracy Wright was sick of looking at her ugly outhouse Credit: Facebook/gardeningonabudgetofficial 2 She gave it a quick makeover with a Shein buy Credit: Facebook/gardeningonabudgetofficial In the post, she shared a picture of her 'ugly' cold house in the garden, which was made of bricks and featured a grey and black door. But she was able to give it a new lease of life and brighten up the old building with two cheap buys. She used a shower curtain which depicted the image of brick walls with lots of ivy falling down. To add to the effect (and because the curtain was a little too short) Tracy added some faux ivy to the top of the outhouse which blended in perfectly with the curtain. Advertisement She wrote: "Thought I'd jump on the bandwagon with the shower curtain idea. "Turned my ugly-looking old coal house into something a little different." She revealed that she picked up the shower curtain for just £5 from Shein. People were left in awe over just how good it looked, with many saying it was the best use of a shower curtain to decorate they had seen to date. Advertisement Tracy managed to make the shower curtain look clean and tidy by first ironing it so there were no creases. After, Tracy stapled the shower curtain to some thin plywood and then used No Nails glue to attach the plywood to the outhouse. Peter O'Mahony shares gardening update 'I've been planning for years' on Instagram The post as shared on the Facebook group, Gardening on a Budget Official, which boasts 453k followers. People were quick to congratulate Tracy on her DIY skills in the comments. Advertisement One person wrote: "So much nicer to look at." Another commented: 'This is so effective." How To Make Your Small Garden Look Bigger Garden design expert Fiona Jenkins from has created a guide on how to make your small garden look larger. Add shelves - for additional storage and place to hold more plants. Use foldaway furniture - to take up less space when not in use. Add privacy - with fencing, trellis, brick walls or hedging. Add a water feature - to make your garden seem like a natural retreat. Go bright - when choosing plants, opt for bold colours to make the space pop. Use large planters - to get more plants in less space. Plant vertically - add plants upwards to make your garden seem fuller, and therefore, bigger. Use blue flowers at the edges - blue flowers and plants recede into the distance and make the garden appear bigger. Grow tall plants - it's better to think big when it comes to a small garden. Keep clutter a minimum - as it can give the illusion of less space than there actually is. "Oh wow it looks brill," penned a third. Meanwhile a fourth said: "That looks amazing." Advertisement "And it looks fabulous,' claimed a fifth. Someone else added: 'I actually hate the shower curtain thing. Find it really tacky when I've seen people post pics, but this is done really well. I'm impressed. Looks lovely."
The Sun
28-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
I turned my ugly outhouse into a stunning feature – folk say it's the best £10 Shein transformation they've seen
A SAVVY woman has shared how she transformed her ugly outhouse on a budget. Tracy Wright, from the UK, took to social media to show off the simple garden transformation that left people floored. 2 2 In the post, she shared a picture of her 'ugly' cold house in the garden, which was made of bricks and featured a grey and black door. But she was able to give it a new lease of life and brighten up the old building with two cheap buys. She used a shower curtain which depicted the image of brick walls with lots of ivy falling down. To add to the effect (and because the curtain was a little too short) Tracy added some faux ivy to the top of the outhouse which blended in perfectly with the curtain. She wrote: "Thought I'd jump on the bandwagon with the shower curtain idea. "Turned my ugly-looking old coal house into something a little different." She revealed that she picked up the shower curtain for just £5 from Shein. People were left in awe over just how good it looked, with many saying it was the best use of a shower curtain to decorate they had seen to date. Tracy managed to make the shower curtain look clean and tidy by first ironing it so there were no creases. After, Tracy stapled the shower curtain to some thin plywood and then used No Nails glue to attach the plywood to the outhouse. Peter O'Mahony shares gardening update 'I've been planning for years' on Instagram The post as shared on the Facebook group, Gardening on a Budget Official, which boasts 453k followers. People were quick to congratulate Tracy on her DIY skills in the comments. One person wrote: "So much nicer to look at." How To Make Your Small Garden Look Bigger Garden design expert Fiona Jenkins from has created a guide on how to make your small garden look larger. Add shelves - for additional storage and place to hold more plants. Use foldaway furniture - to take up less space when not in use. Add privacy - with fencing, trellis, brick walls or hedging. Add a water feature - to make your garden seem like a natural retreat. Go bright - when choosing plants, opt for bold colours to make the space pop. Use large planters - to get more plants in less space. Plant vertically - add plants upwards to make your garden seem fuller, and therefore, bigger. Use blue flowers at the edge s - blue flowers and plants recede into the distance and make the garden appear bigger. Grow tall plants - it's better to think big when it comes to a small garden. Keep clutter a minimum - as it can give the illusion of less space than there actually is. "Oh wow it looks brill," penned a third. Meanwhile a fourth said: "That looks amazing." "And it looks fabulous,' claimed a fifth.
The Irish Sun
28-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
I turned my ugly outhouse into a stunning feature – folk say it's the best £10 Shein transformation they've seen
A SAVVY woman has shared how she transformed her ugly outhouse on a budget. Tracy Wright, from the UK, took to social media to show off the simple Advertisement 2 Tracy Wright was sick of looking at her ugly outhouse Credit: Facebook/gardeningonabudgetofficial 2 She gave it a quick makeover with a Shein buy Credit: Facebook/gardeningonabudgetofficial In the post, she shared a picture of her 'ugly' cold house in the garden, which was made of bricks and featured a grey and black door. But she was able to give it a new lease of life and brighten up the old building with two cheap buys. She used a shower curtain which depicted the image of brick walls with lots of ivy falling down. To add to the effect (and because the curtain was a little too short) Tracy added some faux ivy to the top of the outhouse which blended in perfectly with the curtain. Advertisement READ MORE ON GARDEN MAKEOVERS She wrote: "Thought I'd jump on the bandwagon with the "Turned my ugly-looking old coal house into something a little different." She revealed that she picked up the shower curtain for just £5 from Shein. People were left in awe over just how good it looked, with many saying it was the best use of a shower curtain to decorate they had seen to date. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous Tracy managed to make the shower curtain look clean and tidy by first ironing it so there were no creases. After, Tracy stapled the shower curtain to some thin plywood and then used No Nails glue to attach the plywood to the outhouse. Peter O'Mahony shares gardening update 'I've been planning for years' on Instagram The post as shared on the Facebook group, People were quick to congratulate Tracy on her DIY skills in the comments. Advertisement One person wrote: "So much nicer to look at." Another commented: 'This is so effective." How To Make Your Small Garden Look Bigger Garden design expert Fiona Jenkins from has created a guide on how to make your small garden look larger. Add shelves - for additional storage and place to hold more plants. Use foldaway furniture - to take up less space when not in use. Add privacy - with fencing, trellis, brick walls or hedging. Add a water feature - to make your garden seem like a natural retreat. Go bright - when choosing plants, opt for bold colours to make the space pop. Use large planters - to get more plants in less space. Plant vertically - add plants upwards to make your garden seem fuller, and therefore, bigger. Use blue flowers at the edge s - blue flowers and plants recede into the distance and make the garden appear bigger. Grow tall plants - it's better to think big when it comes to a small garden. Keep clutter a minimum - as it can give the illusion of less space than there actually is. "Oh wow it looks brill," penned a third. Meanwhile a fourth said: "That looks amazing." Advertisement "And it looks fabulous,' claimed a fifth. Someone else added: 'I actually hate the shower curtain thing. Find it really tacky when I've seen people post pics, but this is done really well. I'm impressed. Looks lovely."
Associated Press
03-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Honey Do Men Named NARI Regional Remodeler of the Year (RotY™) Award Winner
The NARI has named Honey Do Men the 2025 Regional Remodeler of the Year (RotY™) winner in the Entire House category as part of its annual awards competition. 'This Regional Remodeler of the Year award is a testament to our team's dedication, craftsmanship, and passion for excellence.' — Darrell Babboni, CEO & Founder of Honey Do Men CARMEL, NY, UNITED STATES, March 3, 2025 / / -- 'This Regional Remodeler of the Year award is a testament to our team's dedication, craftsmanship, and passion for excellence. We're honored to be recognized among the best in the industry,' says Darrell Babboni, CEO & Founder of Honey Do Men. Each year, NARI presents awards to members who have demonstrated outstanding work through their remodeling projects. The Remodeler of the Year Awards, formerly Contractor of the Year (CotY) Awards, are the highest form of recognition by industry leaders and peers. With hundreds of entries submitted nationwide, each project is judged with meticulous standards and criteria. This year, remodeling projects totaling $190 million were evaluated. Honey Do Men emerged as the winners in the Northeast region and also secured victory in the largest category, which included homes valued at over $1 million. These achievements have automatically qualified Honey Do Men for the National Competition. 'NARI RotY winners represent the best of the best in the remodeling industry,' says Tracy Wright, CAE, CNAP, NARI Co-CEO. 'This year's competition was fierce, and we're thrilled to celebrate the outstanding work NARI members deliver every day.' NARI will honor all Regional Winners and announce the National Winners at the Evening of Excellence live on April 9, 2025, at the NARI Annual Conference in Austin, Texas. Visit for more information. About NARI The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) is the premier association representing the remodeling industry, committed to advancing professionalism and fostering consumer confidence. NARI members adhere to a strict Code of Ethics and uphold the highest standards of quality and integrity, ensuring Remodeling Done Right™. By equipping remodelers nationwide with resources, education, and networking opportunities, NARI helps its members thrive and build trust with homeowners. Find a trusted NARI professional at For more information, visit or call 847-298-9200. About Honey Do Men Honey Do Men sets the bar for quality home remodeling and repairs in New York. Their motto, 'DO IT ONCE. DO IT RIGHT.,' drives their commitment to precision, durability, and customer satisfaction. Specializing in everything from roofing and siding to full kitchen and bathroom remodels, they tailor each project to the client's needs. Their focus on ethical practices and top-tier craftsmanship has earned them thousands of five-star reviews, an AAA BBB rating, and multiple service awards. Joe Bondi Honey Do Men +1 914-837-0411
