Backyard fire pits have a special charm that brings both warmth and functionality to any outdoor space.
Sloped backyards are tricky when it comes to landscaping, but we have selected some really creative sloped backyard ideas on a budget for you to choose from.
Want a cozy backyard, but don’t have a lot of money? Explore our top landscaping ideas on a budget for backyard, all of which are also easy!
How to make an outdoor chalkboard - a really fun addition to your yard that the kids will love! Perfect for your fence or backyard.
It summer & our back yard is getting a makeover. Follow along as we install a DIY fire pit on a budget so you can too. Get it done in a day!
Learn how to build a DIY dog run with our step-by-step guide. Get creative with your crafts and give your furry friend the perfect outdoor space.
Looking for a project this Labor Day? We took 3 days to transform our side yard, add a pathway, disguise ugly utilities, and fence off a neglected part of our backyard. It's not maintenance free and looks better than ever- get the details on the blog!
Planning the slope your yard is difficult and expensive. But these 50+ hillside landscaping ideas with small budget will bring your dream comes true.
Create a beautiful patio or driveway without the expense or environmental impact of concrete, with one of these budget & eco-friendly concrete alternatives.
How to paint concrete floors to look like wood planks, including the best concrete paint to use outside and a step by step guide to get the look!
Create your own DIY Little Free Library with these step-by-step instructions. You'll love feeling part of your community this way!
This might be the best privacy idea we've ever seen! I've seen several DIY projects for privacy fences, but I didn't want to spend a lot of money or put a ton of effort into this project.
Our school has an Outdoor Learning Committee that I am a part of. We all feel very strongly that the environment where the children play outside is just as important as the environment inside our school. We have worked hard to make our playground an area where the kids can run, exercise explore and yes...learn! Outside play plays an important role in children's development! They are working gross motor muscles and getting must needed exercise. They learn how to solve problems such as when social disagreements arise. They learn empathy as they help friends who get hurt. They learn to take risks and see where their limits are and feel empowered as they take those risks and succeed. They create games and role play. They learn science concepts as they discover things in nature and learn to look closer and ask questions about what they see as they discover new things. They learn kindness as they try to save an insect in danger or nurture a plant. They are literally learning about life and life skills as they play outside, so we knew the environment needed to support that. We had an area that we were having some problems with in the middle of our asphalt area. We wanted to turn it into something all of the kids could explore and benefit from and decided to create a Barefoot Sensory Path. We came up with a design and my husband figured out how to make it so that it would be sturdy and last. Our amazing PTO gave us funds to purchase the materials and we had fun shopping at Lowes for items that would provide the sensory experiences we were hoping for. Our team came in on a Saturday and went to work. Our maintenance team had dug the area down four inches so that it would be even with the asphalt. We put down a layer of paver sand, and then the 4x4's. We glued some materials to 2x2 pieces of plywood. The sections were all 2x2. We filled the sections with paver base and tamped it solid. My son even came and helped! Here is the finished frame. Of course, we had to test it out! Here is the finished path!! We were so excited for the kids to try it! It was a huge success!! The kids absolutely loved walking on it with bare feet, crawling on it and feeling with their hands and even laying in it enjoying the warmth radiating from it from being in the sun. Another new area we created was an area to create roads, ramps, etc. using scrap wood, cars, signs and other loose parts. This lovely lady below had the vision for this area! We also added an area to really work those gross motor muscles. Mr. Doyle created a boundary to keep it all contained to one area. We filled it with stumps, logs, and large branches. The kids have created obstacle courses and love lifting these up to show how strong they are! They jump, balance and create here. They collaborate and problem solve. They use both critical and creative thinking skills. This is a great area to develop 21st Century Learning Skills as they play! For our nature lovers, we have an area with plants for them to explore and observe. Some are edible such as peppermint and fennel. We have cone flowers, milkweed, irises, sunflowers and more. This area is a great place to explore and observe insects also! Here are some other things on our playground where they can let lose and have fun! Our playground is still a work in progress! We have many more ideas that we want to implement some day! One step at a time!
Here’s how to refresh your backyard with Overstock and Safavieh’s outdoor furniture, and make the most out of Overstock’s Memorial Day sale:
Looking for a unique design element for your landscape? This stone wall will add beauty and function. Watch the video below to see how!BEFORE: I have a slopi…
Traditional homes and suburban ranch houses were often made of wood with clapboard siding. Over time, the wood got replaced with metal, plastic, or composite alternatives. Vinyl siding is particularly popular because it’s low-maintenance, weather-resistant, and cheap. Board and batten siding mixes wide and narrow planks. The thinner ones (battens) hide the joints between the
2x4 wood projects that are simple, inexpensive, and great looking! Over 27 Project ideas using 2x4 structural lumbar to inspire you!
Control the shade by making your own DIY retractable canopy. Open it up to create a shady retreat or close it to let the sun in.
Need a large size chicken coop with all the farmhouse charm? Look no further than this DIY Plans for Chicken Coop, free plans to build your own today!
2x4 wood projects that are simple, inexpensive, and great looking! Over 27 Project ideas using 2x4 structural lumbar to inspire you!
A bunch of clothesline ideas to help you pick the perfect clothesline. Save electricity and enjoy the sunshine with line drying on a pretty clothesline.
After exploring and Learning About the Parts of Leaves we decided to learn about leaf color and chlorophyll with an easy science experiment. I found...
Planting perennials in the fall is a simple way to enjoy a larger, more stunning garden for longer. Benefit from a colorful and vibrant garden all year.
If your neighbors live too close for comfort, try out these backyard privacy ideas for screening the view of your yard, deck or patio.
Did you know that you can use salvaged timber-framed windows to build a greenhouse? Read our guide to know how to upcycle your old windows!
A fig lover’s nightmare is to have a tree full of small, hard figs sitting stubbornly unripe on the tree at the end of the season. It is often tempting to pick this end of season fruit before it’s fully mature, but will these figs ripen off the tree, or will you be stuck with sour, green l
Want privacy and curb appeal, but don't have a lot of dough? We have some ideas.
Lemongrass: How to grow it and what to do with it!
Use these secret garden ideas to design a magical hidden backyard oasis that you'll want to relax in all summer long.
An easy DIY tutorial for how to stain wood even if you’ve never applied wood stain. This article walks readers through how to stain a wood table.
If you're a cat lover looking to give your feline friend a safe outdoor experience, DIY catios (or DIY outdoor cat enclosures) are your answer. Not only do they provide a secure environment for your cats to enjoy the fresh air, but they also prevent them from wandering off. Through careful planning and construction, you can build a perfect DIY catio for your cats that caters to their curiosity and natural instincts. In this guide, we'll explore different 30 free DIY catio plans that suit various spaces and budgets. From selecting the right location to adding final touches that enhance
Are you looking for a simple way to build a shed door? Maybe one with color and out of wood? This is how to build a shed door with plywood and cedar.
A full guide on how to grow Brussels sprouts for beginners in a backyard garden.
This DIY Farmhouse style clothesline is the perfect addition to any homestead or backyard. Follow this easy tutorial to make your own.
When I see Wattle fencing, I feel the moist British fog clinging to my skin, and a wistful smile crosses my face. Here's my tutorial for Wattle Fencing!
If there's an area of your yard that is collecting water, a french drain is a a great solution to redirect the water to a different location of your property. Here's a step by step tutorial for getting this done!
Do you have a hideous orange fence? I couldn't stand ours and transformed it using a new grey-brown stain color. Come see what a difference it made!
Learn how to grow luffa (loofah), a delicious vegetable to eat (when picked very young) or let luffa grow and develop into a useful sponge.
Watch as This Old House general contractor Tom Silva demonstrates how to build a professional-looking on-grade deck.
Landscaping with Lavender is easy and adds a colorful carpet in the yard! We have some of the best ideas for you!
