Outdoor Projects89 Stories

New project for a new year: Light a fire under plans for an outdoor oven and claim the best pizza in town

These slippery slopes will make a splash and offer an exhilarating ride that's the stuff of childhood dreams

A regulation court in a relaxed setting helps you get the most from the Italian pastime. Here's what it takes to build one at home

It’s hard not to be captivated by the charm of a miniature garden in a pot. Here’s how to make one of your own

With this DIY water feature in your yard, serenity is just a few steps away

Whether you’re farming your parking strip or beautifying your backyard, a planting box you make yourself can come in mighty handy

Add succulents to found wood for an easy arrangement that looks straight from a designer florist's shelf

Dress up a drab wall or window with this planter box you make yourself. Or just set it on a patio for the easiest 'installation' of all

Turn a free salvage spool into a chic outdoor party table with an easy-to-make slipcover and wheels

Hit up Goodwill and the hardware store to make this lamp for a deck or poolside patio in minutes

Creative thinking and DIY skills give a Portland couple a pergola-covered 'hot tub' under the stars