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Our favorite projects are the ones that improve our home. We’ve spent tons of time on the inside and still have tons more to do, but I love the idea of outside projects too. Of course, those are ...

If you're looking for the perfect spot to display your flowers, vegetables or herbs, you don’t have to go to a store or order it online. It's easier than you'd think to build your own raised planter ...

Learn how to build a wooden raised planter box with hidden drainage to help keep your deck or patio clean. This versatile DIY box is ideal for growing herbs, vegetables, or flowers, and features a ...

Whether you live on acres of space in the country, or in the city with access to a balcony, planters are an easy way to bring flowers, herbs, and vegetables closer to your living space. With a few ...

Wooden planter boxes add style and elegance to your home. They're versatile and look great mounted under windows or sitting on a porch or balcony. You can even use planter boxes to create a simple ...

Self-watering planters are sometimes called “sub-irrigated planters” or SIPs, because your plants get to “sip” water whenever they want. Our version uses inexpensive perforated drain pipe with a ...

There's still time to up your outdoor space this summer. It's easy to do and will add a pop of character to your porch or patio. The DIY Huntress shows us how easy and inexpensive it is to make ...

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