Step-by-step: DIY outdoor shower

This project has three basic parts: two wing walls and a center pole with the plumbing attached.

How to make an outdoor shower

Like a sprinkler is for the kiddos, a garden-hose shower is for adult cooling off

Make a kids' tipi playhouse

Here's how to make a colorful backyard playhouse (no sewing necessary)

DIY garden swing

Tap-light luminarias

Add a welcoming glow to pathways and entries with easy lanterns you can make yourself

45 cool container gardens

Beautiful container plantings for your deck, entryway, or yard

Step-by-step: build a soothing fountain

Use these easy-to-follow instructions and make your own burbling fountain

53 favorite backyard projects

Our favorite DIY patios, paths, trellises, planters, fountains, and more

53 favorite backyard projects

Our favorite DIY patios, paths, trellises, planters, fountains, and more