Mini aquascaping? You can think of it as underwater gardening-growing and caring for aquatic plants, creating stunning mini tanks, and just letting nature grow in your living room. You can use rocks, stones, or driftwood to accent your tank. But that’s not all. You can also add fascinating species of marine life and turn your … Read more
Need garage shelves? Here are 15 easy-to-build DIY garage shelves with tutorials and plans that are great beginner projects. Let’s face it: garages are the ultimate “junk magnet.” Between the seasonal decor, the kids’ bikes, and my woodworking tools, the floor space disappears fast. The best way to reclaim your garage (and stop tripping over … Read more
Wall planters are as classic as they are modern. You’ve certainly seen them adorning the walls of old country houses. But they’re also becoming the modern gardener’s best friend. They can make your walls look like a piece of green art without taking up any floor space. So your house is not just a house, … Read more
Learn how to build a DIY square cedar planter box with no table saw required! This easy, budget-friendly tutorial is perfect for beginners using basic power tools. Cedar planters are everywhere right now. And honestly, I get why. They look high-end, they’re affordable to build, and they’re a perfect beginner project. But here’s the problem … Read more
Aquascaping is much more than a tank with a sprinkle of grass and gravel. You need both a strong aesthetic sensibility and a fair understanding of the science behind it. Sounds like a daunting ordeal to take on? Worry not. We’re here to show you how very easy and rewarding aquascaping can be. Besides, once … Read more
Learn how to build a DIY cedar raised planter box for under $30 with these step-by-step tutorials and free plans. Perfect for herbs and vegetables. Cedar planters are everywhere right now, and for good reason. They are beautiful, timeless, and an easy way to upgrade a patio or porch. But a lot of “beginner” tutorials … Read more
Hydroponics is a method of growing plants in a nutrient solution instead of soil. Why would you want to do that? Because the soil can act as a barrier between the plant and the nutrients the plant needs to thrive. By removing the soil, hydroponics makes growing plants faster and easier. What’s more, hydroponics enables … Read more
Learn how to build a high-end DIY Tapered Planter from cedar for under $30 with basic power tools and one afternoon. If you’ve been eyeing those tall tapered planters at the garden center — the ones with the clean architectural lines that cost $150 to $300 each — I have good news. I’ve been teaching … Read more
Rain gutters may not sound fun, but they can be an effective way to recycle water. Whether you already have rain gutters or are thinking about installing some, in this post we’ll show you how to make the most of them. We’re talking about rain water harvesting here, a simple and effective way to collect … Read more
Confused about the board being too short, lumber sizes, or why your screws keep cracking your wood? These are the woodworking tips for beginners that answer the questions you were too embarrassed to ask. If you’ve ever stood in the lumber aisle feeling completely lost, or driven a screw and watched your board crack, or … Read more