Make It: Upholstered Garden Cart DIY

By: Brittnimehlhoff May 23, 2013

If you have a green thumb, and love spending time outside in the garden, I have the perfect DIY for you. Learh how to build an upholstered garden cart from scratch, complete with a comfy place to sit or kneel and cubbies for tools and… Continue Reading

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5 DIY Techniques for Creating Productive Vegetable Gardening Beds

By: Matt allison May 22, 2013

 DIY Veggie Bed Techniques

When planning out your vegetable beds you’re presented with a plethora of options, my hope is that over the course of this post I’ll be able to unpack a few of them, helping you find a solution that best suits both your needs… Continue Reading

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12 Stylish and Easy DIY Birdhouses and Feeders

By: Capreek May 21, 2013

With spring in full force (and summer only a month away -- YAY!), it seems like every bird in the neighborhood is out and about and enjoying the sunshine. Give them something more to chirp about with one of these easy DIY birdhouses or feeders!… Continue Reading

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Make It: How to Build a Random-Pattern Brick Pathway from Scratch

By: Brittnimehlhoff May 21, 2013

As I'm sure you know, it is outdoor month here on Curbly, which means I have another outdoor project to share to get you prepped for summer. Learn how to pave your own brick pathway from scratch, with a twist that will set yours apart from all the… Continue Reading

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Roundup: 8 Easy Outdoor Lighting Projects

By: Faith-towers May 16, 2013

Lighting is a crucial part of any space, and the backyard is no exception. But outdoor lighting options can be pretty generic. So why not make your own lanterns and light fixtures? Check out these inventive… Continue Reading

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How To: Build A Custom Pergola For Your Backyard

By: Lexy.b.ward May 16, 2013

During the summer months, the backyard is where we spend most of our time. I've been obsessing over gazebos and pergolas lately, and stumbled upon a really great tutorial for building one yourself! It took less than 15 hours and was so much cheaper than hiring a contractor to come and build one for you!  … Continue Reading

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How To: Turn Wire Sculptures into Modern, Geometric Succulent Planters

By: Capreek May 15, 2013

Give tabletop decor a new use and a warm-weather-appropriate makeover with this awesome DIY… Continue Reading

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How To: Make a Modern, Trough-Style Concrete Planter

By: Capreek May 14, 2013

I shared 12 (super rad) outdoor projects that use concrete yesterday, but I'm just going to have to make it 13! This project is too easy and too awesome not to… Continue Reading

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12 Awesome Concrete and Cinder Block Outdoor DIY Projects!

By: Capreek May 13, 2013

Concrete, cement, and cinder block are all pretty mundane building materials. But with some creativity and elbow grease, you can put them to work transforming your outdoor space into a stylish living area! Here are 12 awesome DIY projects to… Continue Reading

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An Outstanding Outdoor Room Makeover

By: Diy maven May 13, 2013

Centsational Girl, Kate, helped her friend Cheryl re-do her outdoor living space. The 'room' had a lot of things going for it. Great furniture and a lovely pergola, to name a few. But the space wasn't as 'pretty' as… Continue Reading

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Weekend Project: Installing a Planter Box

By: Brittnimehlhoff May 10, 2013

If you've been looking for a budget-friendly way to get out in the sun and show the outdoors whose boss, the DIY way, you'll want to check out this tutorial for installing window boxes in an afternoon. It's the perfect weekend project to spruce up your home's curb… Continue Reading

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10 New Ways To Repurpose An Old Dresser

By: Faith-towers May 09, 2013

How many times have you passed up a great old dresser at a yard sale because you weren't sure what to do with it? It happens to me all the time. Well, it turns out that there are lots of alternative ways to use a chest of drawers... they're not just for… Continue Reading

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10 Small Space Container and Herb Garden Ideas

By: Matt allison May 08, 2013

Growing your own herbs is incredibly satisfying. Not only do they take up very little space, they take your cooking to new heights as you start experiment with different flavor profiles, you can even read our guide to choosing your ownContinue Reading

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5 Easy Ways To Improve Your Home's Curb Appeal

By: Faith-towers May 07, 2013

First impressions are important. The exterior of your home is the first thing a person sees when they visit your home, and the last thing they see when they leave. These 5 easy tips will have the outside of your home in excellent shape in no… Continue Reading

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