Outdoor & Patio Projects
For Patios, Decks, and Gardens
Outdoor Folding Bench
A clever design and strong, but lightweight, construction make this folding bench perfect for taking along on trips or outings. Weather-resistant lumber and hardware also make it ideal for the garden.
Outdoor Kitchen
No outdoor kitchen is complete without a grill. With its cedar cabinet, granite tile countertop, and stainless steel gas grill, this center is a cut above the average backyard barbecue pit.
Songbird Tower
Bring delight to both birds and bird watchers. Clever design, multiple levels, and generous capacity combine for a backyard project that’s easy to build.
Deck Planter Bench
Storage, seating, and a built-in planter — this bench has it all. Simple, sturdy construction means you can build it in a weekend and be ready for entertaining.
Bee & Butterfly House
This easy-to-build project will invite bees, butterflies, and other beneficial bugs to your garden with this attractive habitat.
Outdoor Potting Bench
It’s attractive enough to be a serving station for outdoor entertaining, but the durable construction makes it tough enough to work well as a potting bench. Plus, its simple design means you can build the bench in a weekend.
Porch Bench
Simple, sturdy, and stylish — you can’t ask for much more when it comes to a bench that lives on the porch.
Redwood Planter Boxes
This versatile redwood planter fits into almost any garden or patio arrangement. There are four design options to build, and each has an adjustable shelf to accommodate plants of different sizes.
Picnic Table
As sturdy as it is good looking, this set features splined miter joints on the table and bench tops to keep them flat. The simple design of all three pieces means construction moves along quickly.
Patio Planter
This outdoor project will throw you some fun curves in the shop. Once the planter is complete, it’s the perfect choice for showing off your gardening prowess.
Trellis with a Twist
Curved copper climbing supports and solid cedar construction . . . together they’re the perfect pair to create an all-in-one planter and trellis.
Easy Plywood Boat
Plywood construction, some epoxy, and a little bit of time are a small investment when compared to the sheer joy you’ll have on a lazy summer afternoon rowing around in your new fishing boat.