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Whether a homeowner prefers the sleek lines of an Adirondack chair and table, or the sturdy scissors of a family picnic table, "Yard & Garden Furniture" has a project to suit his or her tastes and needs. There are twenty projects in all, each with a complete parts list, cutting plans, exploded assembly views, and step-by-step how-to photos. For novice woodworkers, there are simple projects such as a planted bench and basic garden bench. But the book also includes more challenging pieces, includi...

What separates the special garden from an ordinary one is not only what is planted in it, but also how it is shaped. This work examines design, materials and methods with the aim of transforming gardens.

Gnomes, sweet gnomes. Little red caps. Long, flowing beards. Ruddy cheeks, stubby fingers clutching a trowel or a lantern. Eyes twinkling with centuries of wisdom. Mere ornamental statues? Hardly. Here for 2004--which, coincidentally, is being declared "The Year of the Gnome" by the city of Usti nad Labem in the Czech Republic, a town once renowned for its high-quality production of garden gnomes--is the calendar that celebrates the pleasure, the pride, the obsession, the sheer wackiness inspire...

Conservatories offer some of the most versatile space in the home, providing an opportunity for very diverse design approaches. This imaginative and contemporary book considers both internal and external aspects of 'garden room' design, showing how to complement period features, create thematic and physical links with the garden beyond and dress the scene with intriguing accessories. It considers the role of new and traditional materials in developing a mood or theme, and the all-important use o...

"See how easy it is to build your own backyard oasis.Outdoor carpentry projects using cedar, redwood, and pressure-treated pine are perfect for Do-It-Yourselfers of all skill levels, since the materials are easy to work with, and the results are rewarding. Enjoy outdoor furnishings you can create yourself. Items made with quality materials last much longer and cost less, in the long run, than off-the-shelf items. With classic swings for kids and adults, arbors for gardeners and even a table that...

This is a practical step-by-step guide to building a wide variety of wooden garden structures, including: sheds, summerhouses, play houses, decking, steps, bridges, fencing, gateways, arches, gazebos, trellises, planters and much more. It is packed with ideas, tips and practical information. The topics covered include: the construction methods involved in erecting these structures; details instructions, supplemented by drawings, diagrams and b&w photographs; what materials are required; where th...

Don't throw it away - recycle it! This book finds a decorative use for old junk and shows how it can be used to bring charm to your garden. All the projects are simple and cheap to recreate. Learn how to beautify and embellish your outdoor room; An inspirational book showing you how to renovate household junk, reclaimed salvage and existing, deteriorating garden architecture to create an innovative, up-to-date look for your garden. Packed with simple and imaginative ideas, this book takes you th...

A fence is more than just a barrier. Used in imaginative ways, it can become an architectural feature that blends well with the style of your house, a landscape element that enhances the appearance of your property, or an accent piece that helps define a part of your yard or garden. In THE FENCE BIBLE, hands-on home improvement expert Jeff Beneke provides an in-depth, comprehensive, how-to encyclopaedia that enables homeowners to choose and build the fences and gates that are best for their land...