Special Outdoor Projects

This is a fun project for anyplace that stays cold and gets snow all or most the winter long. Being from Michigan, I miss the times when my father used to turn a large portion of our backyard into...

Make a bookshelf greenhouse from wood and plastic sheeting, and with this clever design, use the bookshelf for plants all year. This is our design created a few years ago to meet the needs of a...

Bird watching and feeding has been a long time relaxing and enjoyable hobby for many people. Unfortunately most often, the local squirrels, raccoons and dear keep getting fatter and you keep...

It's a nice feeling building something from recycled materials. And in fact compared to store bought clay and cast iron Chimney-a' s, An all steel one will out last the others many times over.

Willow whips are pliable willow branches that are traditionally used to weave baskets. Willow is fast-growing, and one year's growth is usually enough to cut for decorative projects. You can bend...

Are you faced weekly with the task of concealing several bags of trash? A simple solution is to build an outdoor trash container. Store those bags of trash from view and protect from...

This guide will provide you with the knowledge to build a beautiful outdoor water feature designed to your specific space and needs. If you can use a shovel, you can create a unique addition to...

Polycarbonate sheeting can be cut with a basic pair of hand shears if the thickness of the sheet is less than 0.125 inches (1/8 of an inch). Thicker sheet material will have to be cut by means of...

Nothing looks lonelier than an empty urn or window box in a winter landscape. It sends the message: “Something is missing.” So instead of putting the garden to bed I like to wake it up by filling...

Ever want a bonfire pit in the privacy of your own home? I will teach you how to make a bonfire pit out of an old washing machine tub. I have one in my front yard. It’s been there for years. Every...

A wood-burning outdoor oven is easy and affordable to make. You can design your own dome, choose the size, and even add design to it. One way to build a wood-burning outdoor oven uses red bricks,...

A homemade habitat offers a unique opportunity to support and observe wildlife in your own back yard. For many years, the National Wildlife Federation has been encouraging people all over the...

Birds add color and motion to the garden. They also feed on many insect pests. The Purple Martin is a popular bird to coax into your garden, but there are other birds that you might also want to...

The sight of the United States flag draws both pride and sorrow, apathy and unyielding patriotism. While the flag may draw an emotional response for many, precious few may realize the significance...

On a hot summer day, the scent of Corsican Mint and Thyme waft up from the sun-warmed rock floor of my gazebo. There is nothing so satisfying as building something that is beautiful, practical and...

What would you do if you had no house payments and no utility bills ? In this lesson and video I will teach you how to have an off-grid home with no house payments and no utility bills. I will...

This article goes over building a rockery in your backyard. This task is very physical and should be approached carefully. Always use your legs and keep your center of gravity even. It can be...

Autumn comes but once a year and with it, leaf activities will commence. Adults, children and pets all enjoy playing in the autumn leaves however there other ways to utilize this gift from...

This Article will expand on the process of staining concrete landscaping bricks which was mentioned in my previous article called "How to Easily Make Decorative and Affordable Landscaping...

Several differences between a finish mower and a brush hog include features, types and styles, which give them unique properties in cutting grass.

Bamboo is actually a robust grass that can grow in a wide variety of climates and soils. With heights ranging from one foot to 100 feet, bamboo is further distinguished by root systems; with...

Amaze your family and friends with a fountain that seems to never dry up and the water just disappear into nowhere. The water from your fountain will flow down your cascade and seemingly disappear...

Aesthetically pleasing and eco-friendly, rain chains are a pleasant alternative to traditional gutter downspouts.

First you have to decide how much area you have then choose what kind of water feature you would like to build. You can decide from prefab ponds to vinyl lined, or your on design. From that...

A pressure cleaner nozzle is a piece on the pressure cleaner that serves as the spout for release of water at high pressures.

Building with pallet wood can be a way to save a little money and create useful structures. First you'll need enough equal-sized pallets to complete your project. Industrial businesses guard and...

Well, it is apparent that winter time is here. It's getting colder outside and the leaves are beginning to become brilliant works of art. While most of us welcome the cold weather, our Feathered...

A storm shelter can be your safety net during severe weather. Keep reading to find out how you can build one of these yourself.

The United States Postal Service mailbox regulations are broad-based to allow enough flexibility for homeowners to adapt their mailbox to the layout of their property. The mail carrier's safety...

Many people don't know that money can be made from picking and selling acorns during the harvest season from October thru January. However, most people are aware of selling pecans. From...

Your kids love their new swingset, but how do you ensure it remains safe?

Even though the majority of the planet is comprised of water, only a small amount of that water is suitable for human consumption. Water is an essential part of human existence. Without it, we...

Raising free range chickens for their eggs is an enjoyable and money saving pastime. Encouraging them to lay those delicious eggs in a place where they can be found is one of the chores associated...

Get ready for winter with your firewood. Read on..

If you have a man made pond in your land, and you need to manually feed water into it because of the lack of rain or excessive heat, then here is a simple way to do it.

Make a mailbox pattern to build a mailbox for your home or modify an existing mailbox. According to the United States Postal Service, a rural mailbox must conform to certain minimum mailbox...

Everyone with a water garden pond has fought the battle for pond algae control at some point. Whether it was string algae, surface algae, blue-green, brown, or suspended algae, if you have a water...

Squirrels are fun to watch but they can be very destructive. Damage to your bird feeders, bird houses and other garden ornaments can be costly and frustrating. If you have a feeder, bird house or...

Almost everyone loves waterfalls and bubbling streams. Choosing the correct size pond pumps to include in a backyard water garden pond is crucial to getting the proper circulation of water for any...

Water garden ponds, waterfalls and fountains can be wonderful addition to any landscape offering peaceful solitude and a lovely place for neighborhood wildlife and birds to congregate. If you are...

having trouble with flies popping up in your home, flying all over the place. what about planning a outside dinner and want to keep them from getting on the food.

Pond liners are one of the most important parts of a water garden pond because they are used to line the inside of the pond to retain water and prevent leaking. Buying pond liners takes a little...

Have you ever wanted to build an outdoor pond for your garden? Adding a pond to your outdoor garden can make it come to life very easily. Infact it's actually very easy to do as well. The hardest...

Do you want to lower your electric bill? One good way to cut costs on those utility bills is to air dry your clothes outside, it's the natural way. Clothes can be dried in the great outdoors year...

This article will explain how to Build a Log Footbridge over a small creek. ~~ Please DO NOT do this on land that you do not own or have not obtained written permission from the owners before you...

This article explains the basic steps to build an attractive arbor for under $250. Included are some tips and tricks to save you time and money.

Bats are one of the best natural defenses against mosquitoes and other flying pests, with each bat devouring over 1000 flying insects every evening. Bats are interesting to watch as they streak...

Here is a simple way to make your own tool to locate buried electrical, water or gas lines in your yard. Never cut a phone, cable, electrical, water, or gas line again.

One of most ignored home housekeeping task is to clean the gutters. However the gutters should be taken care because it serves the very important function of keeping the rain water away from your...

If you have a man made pond, and it is stocked with fish, you need to make sure that there is good oxygen in the water.