DIY Ideas & Projects

Rainwater harvesting is a great way to reduce utility bills and create a backup water supply or even a primary water supply for your home.

With a few strategies and the right tools, you can keep your rainwater collection system functional and flowing all year.

This guide will walk you through various water tank overflow setups and how to make each type work in your rainwater harvesting system.

One of the most effective ways to improve the quality of your harvested rainwater is by installing a first flush diverter or "roof washer."

With a few simple, cost-effective do-it-yourself methods, you can ensure your harvested rainwater is clean and safe for various uses.

Embrace the charm of your garden’s vertical dimension with raised garden beds—a creative solution that marries form with function.

This innovative building material combines the strength of concrete with the insulating properties of recycled foam.

In this guide, we'll explore various DIY composting methods, providing basic instructions and composting tips along the way.

An ancient building material composed of clay subsoil, sand, and straw in varying proportions, cob can last hundreds and even...

Here are some of our favorite practical and creative ways to put brown and fresh pine needles to work, from mulching to making tea.

Build it, and they will come. At least, that’s what we hoped. And it worked! In fact, much of our oddly, often trapezoidal-shaped

Here’s functional and aromatic way to put spent coffee grounds to use that will also enhance your winter nights or chilly mornings.

Disclaimer: I get a commission for purchases made through some of the links in this post. Written by Deb Kingsbury Living on a 36-acre...

Today, we're diving into the nitty-gritty of taking apart and preparing pallets for reuse, repurposing, and upcycling.

50 Creative & Functional DIY Pallet Wood Projects for a More Frugal Home & Garden