DIY outdoor furniture ideas can be a great way to save money on styling up your patio. And there are many materials and items which can be used to create such unique pieces. Once you've seen some of ...

My grandmother used to collect the fallen branches and dead limbs of trees from her yard every other day or so. She put them in a collection bin. If we helped, we sometimes earned a little bit of ...

Home workshop projects and ingenious inventions are the hallmark of the self-sufficient American lifestyle. Generation after generation of inventive folks have made their homes and farms better places ...

If you have leftover boards from a previous home-improvement project—or you’re just looking for a simple carpentry project to tackle—there are several things you can make that will add budget-friendly ...

Wood pallets can be upcycled into countless purposeful items — from furniture and storage to decor — but have you ever considered using them to craft beautiful raised garden beds? Upcycling wood ...

Craft handmade wood trellis ideas and build a multi-purpose garden trellis that serves as a sitting bench and a drying clothesline. Practical Projects for Self-Sufficiency (Cold Springs Press, 2014), ...

If you have a stack of firewood, grab a couple pieces and a saw and make one of these simple firewood projects. Whether you make coasters, a stool or a shelf, you can create something in just a couple ...

With the majority of us spending more time at home than ever, it's hardly surprising we're turning to DIY and upcycling to fill our time. Maybe it's because you've decided it's ~finally~ time to sort ...