Picnics are as much a part of summer as swimming pools and mosquitos. So we’ve rounded up some great picnic table bargains to help you dine outdoors in style. Be sure to take advantage of these deals now, though—just like summer, they’ll go by faster than you’d like.
Madison Outdoor Picnic Dining Set from Hayneedle, $2,000
HOUSE STYLE: Federal
LOCATION: Johnson City, TN
PRICE: $279,000
HOUSE STATS: 4,190 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths
The House. It’s a sort of countrified Federal, constructed neither of wood nor brick, but rather of native Tennessee limestone. As the listing reports, the home has survived mostly unchanged since its 1801 construction, and numerous Federal characteristics mark the home as authentic to its period—the symmetrical layout and the architectural grace of the main staircase, as well as the narrow proportions (and thin mullions) of the windows. But there are rural touches as well. So in a way the home’s hybrid design tells the tale of its own creation at a specific moment in American history.
Pottery Barn's 6' Round Solid Umbrella with Eucalyptus Pole, $79 (reg. $99)
Umbrellas are good for more than just keeping you dry in a rain storm. They’re also ideal for adding a practical and stylish feature to your pool deck or patio. Below are some of the best places to find umbrellas on sale in a variety of designs and at reduced prices—for a limited time only, so hurry!
With grilling on everyone’s mind, we decided to really heat things up this month by giving away four Weber 18.5″ Smokey Mountain Cookers and companion cookbook, Weber’s Smoke—A Guide to Smoke Cooking for Everyone and Any Grill, as part of Bob Vila’s Smokin’ Hot June Give-Away. Read the rest of this entry »
The Adirondack chair dates back to 1903, when Thomas Lee couldn’t get comfortable. While vacationing with his family in the Adirondack mountains, Lee decided to construct patio furniture for his family. All 22 members of the Lee clan approved, and since then many other families have done the same. The design is so comfortable that its popularity hasn’t waned in more than 100 years. Be sure to take a look at these modern spins on the classic Adirondack and snatch a few while the prices are low.
Temperatures are rising and now is the perfect time to invest in a fan or two for your home. Stay cool with these hot deals on all kinds of fans for every room in the house.
The AMO1 10" Table Fan is on sale for $239.99 at Dyson.com
There’s no way around it: being unorganized can lead to a lot of headaches. That’s why we have focused this week’s DIY Deals on clever storage solutions to bring order to your home and life. Oh and there’re savings, too!
Samantha Entryway Collection, $229-$549 at Pottery Barn; save $60 on shipping
We know that the kitchen is the most popular room in the house—and, as such, the one most homeowner’s dream of updating. That’s why we partnered with our friends at Amana to launch this month’s Bob Vila Ultimate Kitchen Give-Away.
Beginning today and every day this month, you can enter here for a chance to win a complete suite of Amana stainless steel appliances, including a French door refrigerator, self-cleaning range, Energy-Star dishwasher, and countertop microwave (combined value, $3,386 MSRP). You can also increase your chances of winning by entering daily on the Bob Vila Facebook page.
The Amana 25 cu. ft. French Door Refrigerator makes it easy and convenient to access the full fresh food compartment, outfitted with adjustable and EasyGlide glass shelves, clear door bins, dairy center, bottle caddy and more. The refrigerator offers TempAssure freshness along with a temperature-controlled Chef’s Pantry Drawer and two humidity-controlled Garden Fresh Crisper Drawers. An EasyFill internal water dispenser with a PUR water and ice filter is also included. ($1,899 MSRP)
Amana’s Self-Cleaning Gas Range features easy touch electronic controls and delay-start options that let you prepare meals based on your schedule. It also features an extra-large window and hidden bake burner to facilitate cooking with minimal clean-up. ($779 MSRP)
The Energy Star Tall Tub Dishwasher allows you to save money and conserve water and energy while cleaning dishes. The unit features heated dry, delay start, and high temperature wash options, along with a triple-filter wash system that leaves dishes spotless. ($429 MSRP)
The 2.0 cu. ft. countertop microwave—the largest in the Amana line—easily accommodates a 9″ x 13” dish. The appliance comes with 1,100 watts of power, 10 power levels, and a variety of auto-cook selections, including 7 sensor options that monitor humidity levels and adjusts cooking times. ($279 MSRP)
For official rules and entry, click here. Be sure to enter Bob Vila’s Ultimate Kitchen Giveaway daily on the site and on Facebook to increase your chances of winning.
Looking for more fabulous kitchen appliances? Be sure to visit Amana.
The “Bob Vila’s Ultimate Kitchen Giveaway” sweepstakes is open only to permanent legal U.S. residents. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Contest Period runs from 12:00 a.m. (EST) Tuesday, May 1, 2012 through 11:59 p.m. (ET) Thursday, May 31, 2012. One entry per household per day on BobVila.com and/or Facebook. Alternative means of entry for Drawing is available by faxing your name and address to 508-437-8486 during the applicable Entry Period. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received. See Official Rules.
It takes time and effort to maintain a beautiful lawn and the right tools definitely help. Here’s a sampling of retailers offering some great weekend savings on garden tools and supplies. Consider checking them out; your lawn—and wallet—will be glad you did.
Take advantage of Sears Days, an online and in-store sales event, offering a variety of lawn tools at considerable savings, including the Craftsman WeedWacker Gas Trimmer for $69.99 (reg. $94.99) and the Craftsman 3-in-1 Landscaping Kit for $199.99 (reg. $244.99). Through Saturday, 4/28
Today marks the start of the final week in our month-long Bob Vila Dream Patio Give-Away—a spring celebration featuring four weekly prizes from online retailer Wayfair. Enter daily here and then increase your chances of winning by entering every day on the Bob Vila Facebook page.
This week (through midnight ET Saturday, April 28) you can enter to win the DC America three-tier gazebo with insect screen from Wayfair, valued at $519.24 (MSRP). Made of heavy-duty, powder-coated steel with an awning grade poly top, the gazebo is the perfect addition to any deck, patio or garden. And with insect screen panels, it not only provides shelter from the sun, but a bug-free enclosure ideal for summertime entertaining. The gazebo measures 118 inches square and has a bronze-colored, rust resistant finish.
For official rules and entry, click here. Be sure to enter Bob Vila’s Dream Patio Give-Away daily on the site and on Facebook to increase your chances of winning.
Looking for more fabulous lawn and garden furniture? Be sure to visit Wayfair.
The “Bob Vila Dream Patio Giveaway” sweepstakes is open only to permanent legal U.S. residents. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Contest Period runs from 12:00 a.m. (EST) Sunday, April 1, 2012 through 11:59 p.m. (ET) Saturday, April 28, 2012. One entry per household per day on BobVila.com and/or Facebook. Alternative means of entry for each Drawing is available by faxing your name and address to 508-437-8486 during the applicable Entry Period. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received. See Official Rules.
