Outdoor

These 30 amazing backyard project ideas will transform your outdoor space on a tight budget! Most of these DIY backyard ideas are easy enough for a beginner to do! Even …

This simple balcony railing table is genius! Add extra serving space near the grill or add an outdoor bar with this easy to make deck railing table! Get the woodworking …

These DIY cornhole boards cost less than $50 to make! Create a custom set like these Game of Thrones boards with cornhole decals. Get the free plans and get building! …

We're terrible at keeping score when a cornhole game heats up! With this DIY cornhole scoreboard, we can keep track of points easily and see who's winning at a glance. …

These DIY railing planters are so easy to make, and don't need any special hardware! Add these deck rail planter boxes to your wooden balcony or deck rail for an …

Looking for your next weekend project? These DIY outdoor projects can be built in just a few days and will have your yard looking amazing in no time! DIY outdoor …

These amazing DIY concrete planters are easy to make, super stylish, and are a fraction of the cost! Who knew making concrete planters was so much fun! Have you ever …

This DIY vertical garden planter wall allows you to grow tons of plants in a small footprint! Get the plans to make your own freestanding vertical garden and customize it …

This DIY outdoor storage bench is large enough for three people, and holds all the outdoor toys and gear that clutter up the yard. Need to hide away backyard clutter? …

This DIY pea gravel patio is cheap and easy to make yourself! I'll show you how to make a gravel patio in just a few days for the perfect backyard …

Read this before you power wash your aluminum siding! I'll show you how to clean aluminum siding and remove that chalky residue easily without power washing! I'll admit, I hate …

Make gardening easier with this DIY potting bench with sink! Get the potting bench plans and get building! Spring is almost here, and I can't wait to get out into …

Elevate your rain barrels to get the proper water flow to your garden! Build this simple rain barrel stand with these free woodworking plans and tutorial! Rain barrels are a …

Add a cool geometric statement for your porch with this modern outdoor planter! Build the frame, then add PVC panels and a fun color to brighten up your entryway. Sometimes, …

Carnivorous plants are fascinating AND helpful! Create this beautiful carnivorous bog planter garden, and watch them gobble up those pesky insects! Hidden among these grasses and ferns are voracious killers! …

Need some help organizing your outdoor space? You’re in luck! I’ve compiled a list of 20 of the best DIY potting bench ideas to inspire you! I've been scouring the …

The area under our deck stairs was a total eyesore! I'll show you how I hid it away with a clever removable fence panel to create an under deck storage …

Our overgrown garden was turning into quite the eyesore! This spring, I vowed to revive and transform it into a Japanese style garden. I'll show you how I cleared out …

This easy-to-make garden tool rack has room to hang all your power landscaping tools, with a shelf above to hold battery chargers and extra string reels! Our backyard shed is …

Ferns are wonderful addition to a shade garden, and dividing ferns successfully means free plants for you! I'll show you how to divide ferns correctly so they thrive in your …

This deck cleaner and brightener works like magic, making wood look new again! I'll show you how to get your deck ready for new stain without back-breaking scrubbing or sanding. …

Keep your deck in tip top shape! These three easy deck repair tasks will fix small problems, such as popped nails or curled boards, that may have occurred over time. …

This DIY outdoor end table does double duty on your deck or patio! Keep drinks cool while you relax outside with the built in ice bucket, or switch it to …

Get the party started this summer with outdoor rope lights! I'm sharing my tips and tricks for hanging rope lights on the underside of your deck railing for an easy …

Climbing plants can transform a plain wall into a gorgeous feature of the garden. Find out my tips for choosing the best trellis plants for your space! There's something magical …

Kokedama, or Japanese moss balls, are the perfect way to add greenery to your home without pots cluttering up the windowsill. Learn how to make your own! I'm a huge …

Bamboo has a bad reputation for spreading like wildfire. But growing bamboo can be fun and easy, once you learn how to plant bamboo properly. I've dreamed of creating a …

Outdoor furniture is expensive, unless you build your own outdoor sofa and loveseat! This set was less than $200 in lumber and will last forever. I've included the free woodworking …

So...remember back when I made this awesome outdoor storage bench for our front porch? It was a super popular post and was even published as part of a feature for The New Pioneer …

The price of outdoor furniture is shocking, but building your own is simple! Here are 5 DIY outdoor sofas you can customize to fit your deck or patio. From DIY …

Finding pretty plants that bloom in the shade can be quite a challenge! The garden in the front of our house faces north, so it gets very little direct sun except at …

Our front porch has been a cluttered, embarrassing mess for too long! It's always covered with our son's foam sword armory, umbrellas, bike helmets and half-dead plants. Nothing says "Welcome to …

Home improvement projects are kind of like dominoes. One project seems to spur another one, and another, and another. We wanted to add a new deck and door. One thing …