Buying pre-made outdoor patio furniture can be expensive, but this DIY outdoor sofa can be made in a day using basic supplies from your home store. There's nothing better than enjoying a summer ...

The Ms. Cheap Porch, Patio and Balcony Makeover contest challenged readers to share creative ideas for spiffing up a porch, patio or balcony without spending a wad of money. Just in time for spring, I ...

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 ...

In five easy steps, make an outdoor Christmas planter you’ll love for the holidays. This DIY holiday planter is a great afternoon project. When it comes to holiday decor, I like to set the scene from ...

Summer breezes are deceiving — they whisper, “you have plenty of time.” Wrong. Sketch your project out fully (with lots of detail if needed), then double the amount of time you think it’ll take. Only ...