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Garden project instructions and ideas for items including trellis, greenhouses, raised beds, flower planters, privacy walls, and more.

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Make a Wheelbarrow Planter

Published on June 13, 2016Last updated January 27, 2022 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Wheelbarrow filled with potting mix.

Make your own wheelbarrow planter with an old metal or wood wheelbarrow. Iโ€™ll show you how I converted a rusty old one into a strawberry planter. Also see 22 Wagon Planter Ideas for … [Read more...]

How to Get Comfortable with Power Tools

Published on May 23, 2016Last updated October 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Using an electric drill.

Would you love to make things for your home and garden but you have a fear of power tools? I get itโ€”I hear youโ€”Iโ€™ve been thereโ€”and the good news is, it is indeed possible to not only overcome your … [Read more...]

5 Garden Crafts Made From Stones

Published on March 28, 2016Last updated October 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Collage of arts and crafts created from stones.

These creative projects for the garden are made from rocks and stones. Ideas include birdhouses, plant markers, and signs. If you want to create a walkway, also see Garden Stepping Stones … [Read more...]

Make Fairy Garden Miniatures with Polymer Clay

Published on October 9, 2015Last updated October 9, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Fairy garden miniatures made from polymer clay.

Make your own miniature fairy garden accessories and charms with polymer clay. Iโ€™ll show you how to make a fabulous frog, flowers, and a simple acorn birdhouse. If youโ€™re new to using polymer … [Read more...]

How to Make a Garden Pond in an Old Bathtub

Published on July 27, 2015Last updated October 9, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Old bathtub turned into a garden pond.

Turn an old bathtub into a mini pond for your patio or garden. Add aquatic plants and a small fountain to create a one-of-a-kind backyard water feature. For more ideas, also see this gallery of … [Read more...]

DIY Trellis for Climbing Fruits and Veggies

Published on July 2, 2015Last updated October 9, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Vegetable vine trellis in garden.

What do zucchini, squash, cucumbers, and melon plants all have in common? They grow as vines and can take up a lot of garden space. Adding special trellis not only creates vertical growing space … [Read more...]

How to Make a Garden Trug

Published on June 13, 2015Last updated October 9, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Wooden garden trug with string holder.

This DIY garden trug made from scrap wood as a decorative planter or to carry tools while working in the garden. It's a good beginner woodworking project requiring basic tools. You can use these … [Read more...]

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