Category: Backyard Projects

Most people think bigger is better when it comes to DIY: bigger sheds, bigger gardens, more tools,...

Stinging nettles are everywhere in your garden, and I’m not gonna lie; we often overlook...

Clock’s ticking. You’ve got a few sunrises ‘til summer… That list of “maybe someday” projects?...

It’s easy to plant potatoes in the ground but creating an above-ground structure can give you a...

Clay pots are fired pots typically referred to as terra cotta. People often use clay pots for...

There are many variations on water filters you can buy, but in an emergency, you can improvise...

There is actually a way to make a harmless rat trap for catch-and-release. The idea is to capture...

Right now your steel wool is probably gathering dust, right? You might have bought it for a...

Winter is always the most challenging time of the year. It’s not only about the cold, wind...

Power outages are all too common, and many people find themselves unprepared when the lights go...

Many people who have chosen to live off-grid quickly learn that it’s never as easy as it seems....

A DIY Faraday cage protects electronics, especially circuit boards, from electromagnetic forces....

An open yard is an open invitation. Regardless of the situation, an open yard provides easy access...

I’ve been exploring rainwater harvesting systems, and they’re super easy to set up. They can lower...

Thinking of tossing out your old furniture? Hold your horses! Here’s how you can repurpose...

Using everyday household items, you can transform your casual gardening into an innovative one...

Ever looked at garbage bags and thought, “Wow, what potential?” By the end of this...

A root cellar is a storage space built underground to preserve perishable items like fruits,...

Over the years, I’ve learned that protecting your property isn’t just about locks and...

If you’re like me, you probably don’t have a recycling plant nearby. Sounds strange to...

Since isolation, we’ve come to see ‘home is our sanctuary,’ and we can make it...