Outdoor Project Plans
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Project Plan: Outdoor Cooler Cart
This cooler cart will keep your drinks icy cold and it’s easy to build.
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PROJECT: Make a Picnic Basket
Want to weave wood without steam bending? Learn how as you build this ready-to-go picnic basket on wheels.
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PROJECT: Hanging Herb Garden
Grow a green thumb with modular planters, a hanging framework and drip irrigation.
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PROJECT: Summer Porch Swing
A contoured seat and back, plus cup holders on each arm, make this relaxed two-seater a comfortable place to enjoy a cool drink.
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How to Choose a Finish for an Outdoor Project
If you’re planning on adding some furniture to your porch or outdoors, Chris Marshall explains your options and shows what he used on his mahogany porch swing project.
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Grecian Columns: History and Turning
Greek columns’ ancient proportions add elegance to modern architecture and furniture such as plant stands.
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Building a Backyard Beehive
This project will help give honeybees a fighting chance, while honing your woodworking power tool skills.
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Make Your Own Translucent-Screen Shutters
These interior shutters let in light but don’t compromise privacy. They’re a straightforward millwork project with parts that can be produced in quantity and adjusted to fit various sizes of window casings.
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Mission Picnic Table Plan
With a slight twist on the usual flavor of picnic table design, you can dine al fresco in style.
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Building an Oar Chair
This unique project makes use of some interesting techniques to create a lovely chair which blends found material and solid custom woodworking.
