Great collections of Outdoors DIY projects and décor ideas. Printable PDFs are available that could be downloaded and used while working on a project. These plans contain detailed step by step instructions with 3D illustrations and photos. Projects available for all levels of experience from beginner to advanced. Each post has a list of materials and tools required to complete a project.
One of the best ways to enjoy wildlife in your backyard is to watch birds at a feeder. People enjoy bird feeding as a soothing source of natural beauty and entertainment, just outside their windows. In a world overwhelmed with technology, bird feeding provides a nice escape to unwind from daily stressors. For this reason, … Read more
Tired of stumbling over lawn tools and clutter in your shed? Sheds can easily become clutter-catchers for unused items all too easily. A well-organized shed, on the other hand, allows you to easily find what you need, store things between uses, and make the best use of your shed space. One of the ways to … Read more
If you’re looking for a storage shed that’s both functional and stylish, consider building your own DIY 10×12 barn style shed with a loft. This type of shed is perfect for storing larger items such as lawn equipment, patio furniture, or bikes, and the loft provides additional space for smaller items or seasonal decorations. Plus, … Read more
Sand is one of the very best nature-made toys. Almost every child enjoys playing in the sand — digging, searching for buried treasures, building roads, and sandcastles. Playing in sand helps children develop fine motor skills, fuels imagination, and encourages problem-solving. But finding a good sandbox for your child could be sometimes challenging or expensive. … Read more
Growing strawberries in containers is an easy way to enjoy super-sweet fruits all summer long. Strawberry plants are compact and perfect for tucking in small spaces like pots, planters, and baskets. There are many different sizes of pots and planters out there to choose from. We had a few pots of strawberry plants in our … Read more
If you’re limited on space or don’t want to dig up your yard to put in plants, planter boxes could be a good option. You could use the planter to grow flowers to beautify your backyard or you can use it to grow herbs. I had a few extra plywood boards from my previous project … Read more
Your backyard area doesn’t have to be all about soaking in the sun. It’s nice sometimes to relax in a shady spot, shielded from the harsh rays. But what if you don’t have any large tree in the backyard to make shade in any specific area? To solve this problem, I’ve anchored freestanding posts to … Read more
An encounter with an angry or frightened skunk can be memorable, and not in a good way. Skunk’s smelly spray can be detected by humans up to a mile away. Skunks can ruin lawns and gardens by digging holes in search of food. If you have a skunk problem in your backyard, one of the … Read more
Kids love ziplines, now they can have it at their own backyard! It might take a day or two to build it, but can you imagine all that fun they’ll have for years! You’re not exactly flying through the air, but you can get a lot of airtime. And all those memories created for years … Read more
I was compensated by Worx Tools for this post. All opinions are my own. Stepping stones are great for many reasons, both practical and aesthetic. In areas of high traffic, it’s a challenge to grow beautiful lush grass. Adding stepping stones makes it easy to know where to step and you don’t have to worry … Read more