It’s rainy season again, and in Costa Rica that means mosquito season. In an effort to keep the swarms at bay, I tried out dozens of do-it-yourself solutions found on the Internet so that you don’t ...

There are tons of ways to make simple DIY lamps out of things you have lying around at home. If you've got an empty container, (even an orange or tuna can), there's probably a way to upcycle it into a ...

School has started, we are back in the swing of things, but we can’t say goodbye to summer without an official send-off….cue Labor Day weekend.

September is a great time to sit outside and enjoy the weather, but mosquitoes can be a problem. Buying a bunch of candles or other repellents to ward off these pesky bugs can be expensive. With this ...

This is a great way to keep the mosquitoes and bugs away, and create some mood lighting as the nights start to close in.JANE HORNE / NZ Gardener ...