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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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How to Build a Dome Greenhouse

Published on May 7, 2014Last updated October 13, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

DIY dome over square foot garden.

This simple, dome greenhouse is easy-to-make and an expensive way to extend the growing season in your garden both in spring and fall. For more ideas, myย Lean-To Greenhouse Project showing the … [Read more...]

How to Make a Rain Barrel

Published on April 27, 2014Last updated October 13, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Hand painted homemade rain barrel.

This tutorial has step-by-step instructions for making your own rain barrel with simple parts from the hardware store. For more creative ideas also seeย How to Make a Butterfly Water … [Read more...]

How to Make a Yard Waste Bin

Published on March 4, 2014Last updated October 12, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

DIY yard waste bin.

This DIY project made from hardware cloth could be a yard waste bin or a compost bin, depending on whether you have an issue with critters or not. See this post for a rat and mouse-proof … [Read more...]

DIY Rustic Garden Sign With Rope Lettering

Published on December 10, 2013Last updated October 9, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Supplies for creating a rustic garden sign.

Grab an old boardโ€”the more rustic, the betterโ€”and make yourself a thrifty, one-of-a-kind sign for your garden. This one has rope lettering for extra charm. For more, also see favorite garden … [Read more...]

DIY Earth-Wise Owls Recycled Craft Project

Published on October 17, 2013Last updated October 12, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Making earth wise owls from corrugated cardboard.

This DIY owl craft project is made from recycled cardboard and a kitchen spoon. Use items from your recycle bin and create your own little owl family. You can also make owls and penguins … [Read more...]

12 Creative and Frugal DIY Garden Projects Under $20

Published on July 24, 2013Last updated October 12, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Creative garden projects.

These 12 garden art projects can be made for under $20. Using recycled items, they are low-cost and most are ready in one afternoon. If you like projects like this, also see Creative Garden Art … [Read more...]

How to Make Tin Can Garden Art Robots

Published on July 12, 2013Last updated October 12, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Homemade garden art robots.

Turn empty food cans into sweet garden art robots and pets with these ideas. It's a favorite old-fashioned garden junk project. And why not make a rubber boot dog to go with it? Make a … [Read more...]

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