An old 1916 Kitchen sink – and a desire to make something with it – led to the creation of an outside water fountain.
Although not really a tutorial – this is a fun idea. Now to go scrounging in … Read the rest
DIY Wreath For The Gardener
Here is a very clever idea: DIY wreath for the gardener made from a garden hose, dollar store flowers and garden gloves. Perfect to adorn a potting shed, garage door, or patio.
Donna of As The Card Rack Turns sent … Read the rest
Beautiful Beach Themed Outside Play Area Transformation
Michelle and her family transformed the kids outside play area into a cubby house. They used a beach theme – and the finished result is gorgeous. Hats off to the whole family who seem to have a knack for doing … Read the rest
DIY Hanging Basket Stand
This is a super cool idea that is so easy to make that anyone can do!
Grab a few pieces of wood, some scraps, some paint.. oh.. why don’t you go over to Shanty-2-Chic’s blog to read up on how … Read the rest
A rustic garden shed transformation
Donna, from FunkyJunkyInteriors, has written a 4 part series on how she transformed an old cow shed. She used some old crates for a flowerbox, some rusty tools for decorations and many more simple hand me downs.
The result is … Read the rest
DIY Deck Garden
Absolutely love this idea. And so simple as well!
Michelle of StitchWishDesigns has created a herb/vegetable garden for the deck and I love the simplicity and the no-messiness of it.
Go get details of the DIY Deck Garden.… Read the rest
How To Chicken Proof Your Garden
ModernFarmer has a great post on what it takes to create a space where you can have a decent garden and still keep chickens. Creating a fence isn’t too difficult, but it is the planning that makes it perfect.
Go … Read the rest
How To Build A Straw Bale Garden
ModernFarmer.com is fast becoming my favorite garden website. The instructions are clear, the pictures are descriptive and they always have something interesting going on.
Today, they show you how to build a straw bale garden. If you have ever thought … Read the rest
How to build a worm farm
It is my enduring desire, to one day get into gardening with my kids. Before they grow too old.
Because, you know, all kids like to play in the dirt and mess around in the sand – with their bare … Read the rest
DIY Pallet Outdoor Chair
How cool is this. Perfect for a household with teens, this would make a quick DIY project. Use pallets, string them together and hang them up to make a garden chair.
The original instructions are in Greek. But you don’t … Read the rest
DIY Hanging Daybed
I-would-never-get-off-this-bed. Never. Ever.
Picture perfect and ready to “flop” on with a glass of Sangria in one hand and the latest John Grisham in another, this bed would “make” a backyard or outdoor space.
Beware though – even though this … Read the rest
Painted French Linen Table Runner
The homemademom (also known as Val) has transformed an ordinary outdoor table that used to look like this:
To a spectacular faux French linen inspired theme:
With the use of some primer, spray paint and enamel the transformation is nothing … Read the rest
DIY Backyard Pizza Oven
I don’t know anyone who doesn’t like pizza, especially since you can customize it to suit any taste buds. I like my pizza with anchovies and a nice crisp bottom. I even love the slightly burnt smoky taste that … Read the rest
8 Creative Gumboot and Croc Shoe Planters
I recall when I was around 12 I wanted to plant some herbs in my brothers old gym shoes. My parents looked at me with those “Oh you’re so creative but weird” eyes. Perhaps it was the fact they were … Read the rest
Yard Art – Crystal Mushrooms
Finally something to do with all that assorted Crystal you got for your wedding day, you know the ones you put into the back of the cupboard cause they were TOO special to actual use. Image source is Arslibrarium
What … Read the rest