Backyard games are the perfect way to enjoy the great outdoors at home. Spend time with family and friends, while having fun with these 25 ideas. More backyard fun: fort ideas, build a pallet deck, and learn how to paint a patio. Hey guys, it’s Cecily from Ceci Bean, back with another roundup of fun […]
DIY Folding Craft Table or Foldable Desk
Build a folding craft table or foldable desk with storage! Inspired by the IKEA Norden gateleg table, this folding desk is a great option for a small craft space or home office. Better yet, it can be built using only scrap wood! For more space-saving furniture for small rooms, build a ladder chair folding step […]
DIY Upcycled Storage Basket
This upcycled storage basket is a super easy project using materials you probably already have on hand: a cardboard box, twine and some leftover fabric + glue. A beautiful and functional project that will give any space some rustic charm. Make other affordable storage with DIY painted storage baskets and rolling bins. I have something to confess, I […]
How to Install a Whitewashed Knotty Pine Wood Plank Ceiling
Do you want to update the look of the ceiling in a room in your house? See how I updated our basement ceiling with a whitewashed knotty pine wood plank board. I will take you through the DIY wood plank ceiling process step-by-step. You can also add similar character to other areas of your home […]
30+ Fire Pits to Buy and Build
Fire pits are the perfect place to gather on summer nights. We are sharing our favorite fire pits to buy. Make s’mores, keep warm, and enjoy time with friends and family around a warm fire. Make your patio a special place with these tips for adding patio ambience or backyard lightning in addition to your fire pit. Or […]
How to Build a Wood Chevron Barn Door
Build a solid wood DIY chevron barn door with a herringbone pattern. Photo tutorial plus a PDF woodworking plan to make it easy to build your own barn door from reclaimed wood or fresh lumber. See more DIY doors and barn doors in our Shut The Front Door DIY series, plus our picks for affordable […]
Printable Patriotic Party Pack for 4th of July BBQs
Grab this printable patriotic party pack to add some Americana style to your 4th of July barbecue and all other parties this summer, including fillable invitations and decor. Add something more to a patriotic party with this red, white, and blue parfaits, or these 4th of July BBQ ideas, and have fun making a patriotic […]
How to Build and Hang a Window Cornice
Learn how to build your own wood window cornice box to dress up your window frame. Building a custom wood window valance is a great beginner building project! See more of self-taught DIYer Jenny’s home and tips for beginning DIYers here — you won’t want to miss her beautiful kitchen and living room! Plus read […]
30+ Raised Garden Beds to Buy or DIY
Raised garden beds can make gardening easier and more accessible. There are elevated varieties, different shapes, sizes, and materials to make gardening available almost anywhere. Looking for more garden ideas? We have some simple 2×4 outdoor building ideas. Then get in a game of Yardzee with a set of yard dice. And enjoy the views […]
Water Fun: Summer Activities for Kids
Summertime and the living is… hot! As temps start climbing, we start looking for fun summer activities for kids. We’ve got 25 ideas for you with an added bonus: WATER! Come see how kids can stay cool while playing outdoors and burning off some energy! For more summer outdoor fun, see 23 Desserts to Grill […]
Outdoor DIY Lounge Chair with Storage
Get ready to relax with a DIY lounge chair, with storage for cushions or other pool items. Build your own reclining deck lounger for under $100 each with these woodworking plans. Complete your outdoor oasis with a patio table with drink coolers, outdoor farmhouse coffee table, or built-in deck benches. Hi it’s Amy from Hertoolbelt […]
How to Build a Cubby Storage Toy Organizer
Build a cubby storage toy organizer from just one sheet of plywood! This DIY stacked toy cubby with dividers is perfect storage for toys, craft supplies, or whatever you need to organize in a child’s room, play room, or nursery. Our entry table with cubby storage is another great kid-friendly cubby storage idea. See more […]
Modern Outdoor DIY Concrete Bench with Redwood Seat
Build your own modern outdoor bench from concrete and redwood following this DIY concrete bench tutorial and woodworking plan! We show you how to make a DIY concrete bench form, then build a redwood bench seat for durable outdoor seating. We’ve done a decent amount concrete work over the past few years, like our huge DIY […]
DIY Closet Organizer for a Builder Basic Closet
What is better than a functional and organized closet? Nothing! Come see how to build a custom DIY closet organizer all from scratch! When you finish your DIY closet organizer, go the extra mile with these ideas: How to make bypass closet doors into sliding barn doors, How to add a stacked washer and dryer […]
$20 DIY Farmhouse End Table Plans
Build your own DIY farmhouse side table for under $20! The farmhouse end table plans are beginner friendly so you can build your own small farmhouse furniture to use as a side table, end table, small coffee table, or bedside table. For more farmhouse furniture plans with similar X designs, check out this farmhouse TV […]
