We’re ready to get outside, dust off our gardening tools, start working our soil, and prepare our garden to bring us a bounty of fruit, vegetables, and flowers. You too? Check out these helpful gardening guides and DIY projects.
- Posted: 17.04.2023Read Article
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2025 GARDENING SEASON
Get growing with our gardening guides—from building raised beds to planning what to plant and when.
- Posted: 20.02.2017
Read ArticleIt might seem kind of intimidating, but growing fresh vegetables in your garden isn’t really that hard at all.
- Posted: 15.02.2016
Read ArticleDo you remember when we built a kid's tent a couple summers ago? Check out this post if you don't —it's a great rainy day project! We decided to take the concept of this tent and turn it into a cold frame, just in time for spring.
- Posted: 01.02.2016
Read ArticleHas it stopped raining yet? Nope! So let’s make use of this indoor weather to prep for spring. Today we’re building a strawberry planter, just in time to start planting for spring.
- Posted: 10.02.2020
Read ArticleCreate your own small space garden storage shed, complete with a half-shelf and fold-away worktable.
- Posted: 18.02.2019
Read ArticleLove to garden but don’t have a workstation to do so? This potting bench keeps everything neat and tidy and in one place, plus it’s small enough to fit just about anywhere—yards, garages, and patios included.
- Posted: 06.09.2021
Read ArticleWith a good tool and some tips from the experts at Swansons Nursery, you’ll be on your way to perfectly pruned trees in no time.
- Posted: 04.10.2021
Read ArticleGardening season may be coming to a close, but any time is a good time to plant an herb garden—and this simple planter box is the perfect place to start.
- Posted: 22.01.2018
Read ArticleAdding an irrigation system with an overflow will keep your raised bed's soil moist while draining excess water.
- Posted: 15.01.2018
Read ArticleLearn how to build a self-watering raised bed that keeps the soil moist—it's a favorite low-maintenance method for growing your own produce!
FURNITURE & DECOR
From simple weekend builds to creative upcycling ideas, transform your home with personalized pieces that reflect your unique style.
- Posted: 14.10.2024
Read ArticleOrganize your TV remotes, books, and game controllers with a handy sofa arm console for your sofa.
- Posted: 24.06.2024
Read ArticleThis beautiful DIY faux mantel is the missing piece that will bring your living space together.
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GET READY FOR OUTDOOR DINING
Longer days and warmer nights are on the horizon. Dial in your outdoor dining space to maximize your time outside with these DIYs.
- Posted: 29.05.2017
Read ArticleA project this big has a lot of different parts (and cuts), so we've assigned a letter to each piece of wood and will reference them throughout the post.
- Posted: 23.08.2022
Read ArticleThis week, a special guest joins Dunn DIY to build a twilight dinner-worthy DIY outdoor dining table.
- Posted: 01.11.2022
- Posted: 06.06.2016
- Posted: 27.06.2023
Read ArticleThe sight of hanging flower baskets always brightens our day. Don’t have a good place at home to hang one? This DIY hanging plant stand creates the perfect spot from which to hang a basket of colorful petunias or fuschias.
- Posted: 10.06.2019
Read ArticleToday, I’m sharing how to take an old cooler and some white wood and turn it into a DIY cooler stand.
- Posted: 27.01.2020
Read ArticleScreen home utilities like air conditioners and trash cans by building your own privacy panel.
- Posted: 23.03.2020
Read ArticleMake your backyard into a kid’s oasis by building this swing set—complete with a climbing ladder and custom rock wall.
- Posted: 31.08.2020
Read ArticleWe couldn’t find an outdoor side table we liked in our price range, so we built our own. This simple project takes a matter of hours and costs about $50.
- Posted: 09.11.2020
Read ArticleEntertaining this fall means having a great open-air setup, so we decided to bring the kitchen outside with this DIY outdoor cook station.
- Posted: 25.06.2018
Read ArticleHere's a functional DIY project that gives you privacy, enhances the vibe of your outdoor living space, and acts as a mini garden.
- Posted: 29.05.2017Read Article
A project this big has a lot of different parts (and cuts), so we've assigned a letter to each piece of wood and will reference them throughout the post.
- Posted: 27.06.2023Read Article
The sight of hanging flower baskets always brightens our day. Don’t have a good place at home to hang one? This DIY hanging plant stand creates the perfect spot from which to hang a basket of colorful petunias or fuschias.
- Posted: 31.08.2020Read Article
We couldn’t find an outdoor side table we liked in our price range, so we built our own. This simple project takes a matter of hours and costs about $50.
SPRING CLEANING
DIY projects, cleaning tips, and organization ideas to refresh your space.
- Posted: 01.04.2024
Read ArticleOur best exterior stain tips, tricks, and projects to get your outdoor living area ready for summer.
- Posted: 30.05.2023
Read ArticleIn this tutorial, Todd shows us how easy it is to remove water marks from wooden furniture.
- Posted: 07.03.2023
Read ArticleLooking for ways to tackle spring cleaning, increase organization, and maximize your space? This post is for you!
- Posted: 18.10.2022
- Posted: 20.09.2022
Read ArticleOur take on the rolling under-bed storage box not only stashes away all your odds and ends—it doubles as a kids' play table.
Organization
- Posted: 18.02.2025
Read ArticleFrench cleats are a strong, versatile, and elegant mounting system that can elevate your organization and maximize storage in small spaces.
- Posted: 22.01.2024
Read ArticleStart 2024 fresh with these handy home storage projects to help you get organized in the new year!
- Posted: 16.10.2023
Read ArticleThis simple yet highly functional DIY truck camper bed with storage contains your gear while providing a comfortable spot to sleep while truck camping.
- Posted: 04.04.2023
Read ArticleThis wooden piano coat rack has “keys” that fold out for you to hang coats, hats, bags, dog leashes, and more.
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Tools 101 Tutorials
- Posted: 31.08.2021
Read ArticleIn this episode of Tools 101, we're covering the basics of driver bits: what they are, how to use them, and different types.
- Posted: 27.07.2021
Read ArticleIn today's episode of Tools 101, we're covering everything you need to know to get started with using spade/paddle bits.
- Posted: 24.08.2020
Read ArticleIn our Tools 101 series, we break down beginner tools so you can DIY with confidence no matter your skill set. In this post, we’re teaching you everything you need to know about levels.
- Posted: 20.01.2020
- Posted: 16.02.2015
Read ArticleWhen doing DIY projects it's important to have the right tools. It's also important to know how to use those tools. We teamed up with Jacob from Dunn Lumber Kirkland to bring you a few tutorials to add to your DIY tool belt. In this post we'll cover how to use a tape measure.
- Posted: 19.10.2021
Read ArticleIn this episode of Tools 101, we’re covering the basics of nails and screws, and how to discern where and when to use each.
- Posted: 24.08.2021
Read ArticleIn today’s episode of Tools 101, we’re covering less common drill bits and other drill attachments that will allow you to get even more use out of your power drill.
- April 15, 2025
Transform your backyard into an outdoor dining oasis with these easy DIY projects built for every type of get-together!
- March 11, 2025
DIY raised garden beds are a smart investment whether you’re a renter, a homeowner, or living with limited space and poor soil conditions. They offer a range of benefits that make growing your own food manageable and fun.
- February 18, 2025
French cleats are a strong, versatile, and elegant mounting system that can elevate your organization and maximize storage in small spaces.
- February 04, 2025
You don’t have to compromise functionality for space in a small kitchen. Here are some of our favorite DIY storage ideas for small kitchens that maximize storage and keep things organized when space is limited.
- January 21, 2025
New year, new bathroom! Here’s a guide to some of our favorite renter-friendly bathroom projects to elevate your space, say goodbye to clutter, and get refreshed in the new year.
- December 30, 2024
Another year down and a tenth anniversary of the Dunn DIY blog! To celebrate, we’re bringing you a recap of some of our favorite 2024 projects.