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Make a collapsable table for concerts in the park! : Put it all together. Build yourself a portable home - a mongolian yurt. Yurt/Gher Construction 101 A guide to Building Yurts...or more specifically, how I built mine! Based on Knowledge Gained from "Doing it Myself", and reading about it on-line. I've now built three yurts, for myself and friends, and we go camping in Luxury in these a few times a year. If you like the outdoors, but you hate having to crawl around in pokey little tents then this one's for you! We sleep two of us in luxury in this tent, in a full queen-sized bed! Of course, sleeping on the floor, like a plastic tent, you could probably sleep 20 people, easily!.

:-) We have dedicated hanging space for our clothes so they don't crumple or anything, and lockable boxes for our belongings (or a lock on the door works too!) When we invite other camping-inclined friends over for a party in our tent, we can confortably fit 15-20 people in, sitting around on cushions and lounging on the bed and on the rugs on the floor... now that's what I can a party tent! NPB924 Nepal Lokta hand painted 2013 Calendar,Bar restaurant decor arts,Eco friendly wall hanger,Tibetan fork arts-in Calendar from Office & School Supplies on Aliexpress. New arrival!! Nepal hand painted paper 2013 Calendar, come from LOKTA- handmade papers hometown. *hand crafted. *made of high attitude natural plants, no chemical,Eco-friendly.

*many patterns and colors available,not limited here. Mainly there are 4 series: A--Buddha eye and Buddha serial B--Tibetan eight auspicious amulet serial C--Dural fish serial D--Elephants and fork arts serial when ordering, pls advise us which serial you prefer, if not, we will send randomly. **Shopping Tips, pls read carefully** *All items are from remote Tibet, so usually we need 4-6 days to dispatch, pls kindly notice. *All items are handmade, so, not as perfect as machines do; pls kindly notice.

*Each is made by hand, so maybe each is slight different, we only assure 98% same as the pictures. *When ordering Multi items, pls add them into shopping cart, then choose Same shipping ways, in this way, you need to pay only Once Combined shipping cost. Enjoy online Shopping! Project Type | Free Furniture Plans and Other DIY Projects. If you appreciate the free content of this site, please thank our sponsors. YATT (Yet Another Train Table) Table of Contents Overview of the Table Materials Used for the Table Steps I Took to Make the Table Links to Other Train Table Plans Changes of this Webpage That's free plans for a train table, not plans on how to obtain a free train table.

This page describes how I built a train table / play table. Plans are given, including all necessary dimensions (finished size is 49.5" x 33.5" x 17.5") and a diagram of where to cut each board. My goal for this table was for it to have a smooth exterior. Click here to download the plans. DISCLAIMER: I built my train table and it is working fine. Also needed: Optional Savings WARNING: These savings suggestions could affect the appearance or the strength or integrity of the table. I spent the following time on the project.

Note: I have not painted or stained the table, so add some time for those steps as you see fit. Here are the steps that I used to make the table. Pallet & cable Drum Bench. 1001 Pallets, Recycled wood pallet ideas, DIY pallet Projects ! - Part 13. Build a pallet fence by Clay Sawyer. If you have access to various sizes of free pallets, consider this idea for your next fence. Now I know for a fact that I would rather dig a ditch with a spoon than pull "nailed on boards. " But when faced with the retail cost of a new fence from the Home Improvement Center, I will happily run for the hammer when the cost is nearly nothing. Untreated, stained, or painted to your preference, a pallet fence should last for many years, although I strongly advise you at least treat the dirt-bound end of your posts with Thompson's Water Sealer or some equally comparable preservative. The finished pallets should also be affixed to a height of at least 3 inches from the ground to help prolong the life of the fence.

Selecting pallets Important from the very start is pallet selection. After the area for the fence is measured and the pallets are collected, cut the number of posts you will need. Now from the front of the first pallet, pull every other board, then remove all boards from the back. Building a hot tub. There are many different ways you could construct a hot tub, but we decided to use a breeze block structure, which was then screeded tiled. Here you can read the steps we took from start to finish.

The build site was chosen because it had the best view of the whole garden. Also it was the furthest point from any of our neighbours' houses, which would minimise the noise levels for them. We decided that we wanted to build an enclosure around the tub so that we could use it in all weathers / seasons. Prepare the base First we dug a hole in the ground. Once the hole was dug, we laid a plastic membrane in it, and filled it with 150mm of concrete. Build the walls The main outer walls of the tub consisted of 4 courses of thermalite blocks followed by one course of regular bricks (we used regular bricks to bring us closer to our target height).

Backfill with concrete We then shuttered around the tub in line with our existing summer house structure to a thickness of approximately 150mm. Grow The Easiest Garden on Earth. How To Build a Backcountry Hottub. How to build a fence using pallet wood - Cheap, simple & easy! 3 Ways to Build a Compost Bin. Steps Method 1 of 3: Building a General-Purpose Compost Bin a Compost Bin Step 1.360p.mp4 00:00 00:06 00:06 spaceplay / pauseescstopffullscreenshift + ←→slower / faster (latest Chrome and Safari)←→seek . seek to previous 12…6 seek to 10%, 20%, …60% 1Gather your materials. For this basic compost bin, you'll want untreated wood. Untreated wood will last for a plenty long time, and the treatment won't interfere with the composting process or overwhelm helpful fauna. Cedar is a great option. Method 2 of 3: Building a Yard-Waste-Only Compost Bin 9Staple the remaining stakes to the chicken wire. Method 3 of 3: Using Your Compost Bin 1Put anything into your compost bin except the following materials.

Ad. DIY Hidden Hot Tub (21 pics. How to Make a ‘Poor Man’s’ Hot Tub. When I see the prices of hot tubs these days it looks like the pleasure of enjoying an outdoor hot soak is reserved for those with fat wallets. And I suppose if you want the fancy Jacuzzi jets and bubblers than you’ll have to shell out the big bucks. But those of us with limited budgets, and who value recycling, can enjoy our own ‘poor man’s’ hot tub for just a few dollars and an hour or two of work. The one item you’ll need is an old cast-iron enamelled bath tub.

The old-fashioned standard tub with feet, which used to be common in homes a generation ago, can withstand being heated by fire and will provide a safe, comfortable and long-lasting hot soak for your weary bones. These tubs can usually be found in the Buy ‘n Sell or by asking around. My tub cost $40, and this is about what you should expect to pay. Only a cast-iron tub will do. How to Build a ‘Poor Man’s’ Hot Tub 1. 2. 3. Measure the space between the feet on your tub and set bricks into the ground to serve as the base. 4. 5. How to build your own cheap DIY Jacuzzi | Don Lorenzo: The stories. Posted by Don Lorenzo On this page you will learn how to build your own Jacuzzi hot tub easily and cheaply. My friend Hank and I came up with this idea while lamenting the difficulty of smuggling drinks and smokes into a public outdoor swimming pool.

We decided we would construct our own DIY Jacuzzi in our backyard. Commercially available Jacuzzi’s cost upward of $5000, we managed to build ours for approximately a tenth of that by using old sofa’s and readily available construction materials. All the tools you need. And maybe a hammer The basic idea is to put two old sofa’s facing each other, box them in, reinforce the construction and then cover it all with a garden-pond rubber sheet. Finished DIY Jacuzzi Step 1: Finding your sofas The backbone of the Jacuzzi will be the two sofas. You will be looking for some qualities that aren’t often looked for in sofas, most notably a strong frame and a high back.

Last but not least, you will need to select two sofas that are of similar dimensions. My home made hot tub for less than $100. SHAZIZZ'S REDNECK HOT TUB ! Hillbilly Hot Tub... How to Make Your Own Coldframe. A coldframe—simply an enclosed area with a clear top to let in sunlight—is one of the easiest ways to extend your growing and harvest season. All you need are a few basic supplies and your imagination. (Imagine: crunchy fresh lettuce for the holidays!)

Here’s what to do. Start at the Top The only essential for the frame’s cover is that light gets through. Almost any transparent material will work: glass, fiberglass, polyethylene, or flexible greenhouse coverings—the differences between them are insignificant. Many people use old window sashes. Be aware, however, that some old frames may be covered with lead-based paint. In extreme northern areas, glass isn’t always the best option. If you’re buying material to cover your coldframe, consider Lexan, an improvement over Lucite. Other gardeners prefer the corrugated fiberglass (4-by-8-foot panels) sold for greenhouse walls. Gourd facts, how to dry gourds, growing gourds. Vegetable? Utensil? Ornament? Sponge? Musical instrument? Gourd Facts Gourds have been cultivated since 2200 B.C., longer than any other crop. Sweet Music When gourds dry, they become hollow, giving them a "resonating chamber" that has been used to create a wide variety of sounds.

Drying Gourds Before you use a gourd or just to ensure that it lasts, you need to "cure," or dry it. 1. 2. 3. 4. Learn about other Easy Garden Projects. Greenhouse.pdf. 3 Ways to Make a Mini Greenhouse. Steps Method 1 of 3: Making a Mini Greenhouse From Bottles and Jars 1Use a 1 liter soda bottle. You can use a simple 1 liter plastic bottle to make a variety of greenhouses. These are ideal for growing a single, short, shallow-rooted plant. Examples would include an orchid, a small fern, or a cactus. Look for bottles in a variety of shapes, as this can give you more customization options. 4Use a fish tank. Method 2 of 3: Making a Mini Greenhouse From Picture Frames 1Get frames. 5Finish. Method 3 of 3: Making a Mini Greenhouse From PVC Pipe 1Get PVC pipe and joints. 5Cover. Tips For the picture frame greenhouse, remember that you can paint the frames to be any color you want.

Ad Warnings If moving your greenhouse, be sure it is properly supported.If children are taking part in making the greenhouse, make sure they are only doing activities which are safe for them. Build an Easy 5 x 5 Home Greenhouse for under $25. Build a $300 underground greenhouse for year-round gardening (Video) Growers in colder climates often utilize various approaches to extend the growing season or to give their crops a boost, whether it's coldframes, hoop houses or greenhouses. Greenhouses are usually glazed structures, but are typically expensive to construct and heat throughout the winter. A much more affordable and effective alternative to glass greenhouses is the walipini (an Aymara Indian word for a "place of warmth"), also known as an underground or pit greenhouse. First developed over 20 years ago for the cold mountainous regions of South America, this method allows growers to maintain a productive garden year-round, even in the coldest of climates.

Here's a video tour of a walipini that shows what a basic version of this earth-sheltered solar greenhouse looks like inside: © Benson Institute It's a pretty intriguing set-up that combines the principles of passive solar heating with earth-sheltered building. SilverThunder/via. Inexpensive Mini-Greenhouse - DIY. Thirty years ago, I bought MOTHER EARTH NEWS to help pass the time while I was a U.S. Navy sailor stationed on an aircraft carrier. I enjoyed reading the magazine from cover to cover — often three or more times per cruise — and I couldn’t wait for the next issue.

The magazine has inspired me to do many projects. Recently, I wanted to try growing in a small raised garden bed. I had railroad ties lying around, and I used the ties to build a three-tier, 4-by-8-foot raised garden bed. I drove rebar into the ties (after pre-drilling smaller holes in them) to tie them together. I also made a mini-greenhouse cover for the bed so the crops could get an earlier start. Robert FordMontrose, Pennsylvania. 10 Free Greenhouse Plans. Use a free greenhouse plan to build a backyard greenhouse that allows you to grow your favorite flowers, vegetables, and herbs, all year long.

Greenhouses provide seedlings and plants with warmth in the winter and cool in the summer, letting you participate in your favorite hobby every day of the year. The free greenhouse plans below include diagrams, illustrations, photos, written building instructions, materials/tools list, and everything else you need to build your chosen greenhouse. Marie Iannotti, the About.com Guide to Gardening, has a wonderful article to help you with the planning stages of building a greenhouse, which is a great read before you decide on one of these plans. After you've used one of these free greenhouse plans to build your DIY greenhouse, come back and browse my other free woodworking plans to help you build a shed, picnic table, dog house, pergola, or chicken coop. 1.

. © Ana-White 2. . © BuildEazy 3. . © Mother Earth News 4. . © The Door Garden 5. . © How To Specialist 6. 7. How to build a fence using pallet wood - Cheap, simple & easy! Garden - pallets & fence boards reused. Don’t Throw That Old Pallet Away [35 PICS] 25 more ways of turning pallets into unique pieces of furniture. Wooden Pallet Projects. How to Build a Picnic Table Out of Pallets — Ana White. 21 ways of turning pallets into unique pieces of furniture.

Wooden pallet diy / DIY: Accent wall out of wood pallets. This is so amazing. 1001 Pallets, The place for repurposed pallets ideas ! Fences out of pallets. Pallets. For more... - Fence Ideas. Outhouses. How To: Hang Curtains Across Any Space. Installing Cable Wire for Hanging Curtains.