DIY Pop Can Alcohol Stove
Just another example of ingenuity! This is so small and easy to put in your backpack that you need never be without that hot meal or drink again! This makes it perfect for your next camping trip! Components are simple. In fact, the only thing you might not already have is a heat-proof metal glue. If […]
Build your own whimsical garden tool shed
Need a proper storage for all your garden tools? Here’s an easy, inexpensive and unique idea for you – a whimsical garden tool shed! While most tool sheds are typically just a nondescript roofed structure in the garden, this one is not only functional, it also adds a nice decorative touch to your backyard. This garden […]
Build a portable wine table for picnics
Do you like having a glass of wine when camping, on a picnic or when you’re simply unwinding in your backyard? Finding a level surface for that bottle and your glasses isn’t always easy. Here’s a simple project that can change that by giving you a stable table anywhere! Drinking a glass of wine outdoors is difficult if you […]
Build a 2-in-1 picnic table and bench
We’ve featured one DIY convertible picnic table and bench before, but here’s another version that you just might find more suitable for you! Unlike the first picnic table/bench we showed you, this piece of furniture has a simpler design (easier build) and is easier to use. In this one, you don’t need to lift and move the entire table and […]
Unwind in your backyard with a cozy DIY outdoor cabana lounge!
Got a beautiful garden that’s ideal for spending downtime but don’t have the furniture to complement it? Perhaps this outdoor cabana lounge would be a perfect fit! This little DIY backyard lounge is especially perfect for those who love going to the beach since the structure resembles a cabana/palapa. Measuring 8 ft long, the deck fits a queen size […]
How to make a trash can root cellar
Why use a refrigerator to store vegetables during the winter when you can make use of the natural (and free) cold weather temperature with a root cellar? Root cellars come in different types, sizes and costs. It doesn’t always have to mean big investment or big project and this trash can root cellar is a good option if […]
Parabolic Solar Oven
Here’s a clever project that can cook your food in an emergency situation when no alternative fuel is available. But why wait? You can build one just for the fun of seeing how it works. It’s a great project to do with the kids as it really highlights the power of our sun! It’s an oven that makes use […]
How to build a fire pit seating with storage
Do you have a bare yard that you want to turn into a relaxing outdoor area? Building a fire pit is as good a start as any, and the good news? You can DIY it! This tutorial is about a fire pit seating with storage. And it makes a perfect first project for building your outdoor area! Why? Because […]
DIY Reclaimed Wood Picnic Table with Planter
Reclaimed timber… built in cooler and a planter! What more could you ask for to have an awesome outdoor setting? You’ll find this picnic table handy when entertaining outdoors. The built-in cooler will keep food and drinks chilled. Isn’t this the perfect table for summer? And when not used to hold cold drinks, you can […]
DIY Green Roof Dog Veranda
Hey look! We’ve got green roofs too! Even the kennels are going green! Giving a green/living roof to a kennel provides the same benefits for your ‘best friend’ as it does for human homes. It keeps it cool in summer and much warmer in winter. In fact, a green roof offers exceptional insulation properties. As […]
