I noticed that the properties were small by Canadian standards and usually sturdily fenced, no doubt for good reason. This fence, while effective seems fun and friendly. Probably it takes tonnes of up keep to have it look this cheerful and bright all the time.
When I am looking for fun colours I often turn to Milk paint because it lasts well, is easy to apply and I can mix up small amounts at a time rather than having a bunch of half full cans of used paint sitting around in the basement.
I also suggest you look in on the Village Carpenter, her quick video about honing carving gouges may proof helpful.
