The backyard as we know it today started in the 1960s, as more Americans left big cities for a more private suburban life -- ...

Making your own affordable decorative elements for the backyard can bring a sense of satisfaction, plus you get to have a little fun along the way.

Tucked away in Raleigh sits a veritable wonderland of secondhand treasures where bargain hunters flock daily, armed with empty shopping bags and hearts full of anticipation for the thrill of the find.