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How to Make Wooden Tomato Cages (Free Plans)

Published on May 25, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Unpainted and painted wooden tomato cages.

This DIY tomato cage is easy to build and provides excellent support for growing tomato vines while preventing the tender stems from breaking. They are a budget-friendly alternative to metal and … [Read more...]

Make a Chickadee Nesting Box (Free Plans)

Published on May 13, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Chickadee perched on a branch.

Build a chickadee nesting box with these free plans. The hinged roof makes cleanup easy, so you can reuse the box year after year. I also have plans for making a wren nesting box and bluebird … [Read more...]

32 Scrap Wood Projects for the Garden

Published on May 11, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Garden projects made from wood including tomato cage, birdhouse, and trug.

There are so many wonderful items you can make for your garden using scrap lumber and basic tools. Beginner projects include birdhouses, flower containers, trellis, and benches. If you prefer not … [Read more...]

30 Arbor, Trellis, & Obelisk Ideas for Home Gardens

Published on April 19, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Arbor in rose garden.

These arbor and trellis ideas show ways to grow plants, add privacy, and provide overhead shade in your garden or patio. Rose arbors are the classic choice, but there are many other planting options … [Read more...]

Free Bluebird House Plans (Audubon Nesting Box Tutorial)

Published on March 29, 2020Last updated October 6, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Bluebird sitting on top of nesting box.

Build a bluebird house with this free tutorial. This Audubon design makes the nesting box easy to build, maintain, and predator-resistant. I also have free plans for a wren nesting … [Read more...]

DIY Portable Garden Tool Storage Shed on Wheels (Free Plans)

Published on April 15, 2019Last updated November 18, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Pile of lumber and completed DIY portable tool shed.

Keep your garden tools organized with this DIY wheeled tool shed. Quick to build and easy to customize, itโ€™s ideal for a shed, garage, or covered patio. For more DIY projects, be sure to … [Read more...]

Creative Little Free Library Ideas for Your Neighborhood

Published on April 10, 2019Last updated October 22, 2021 โ™› By Melissa J. Will

Little free libraries with books inside.

Little Free Libraries are community sharing hubs where you can take or leave free items. While they began with books, today you might find everything from seeds and plants to food, toys, or even … [Read more...]

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