DIY projects! We have built Old World Garden Farms on the cheap by practicing the art of recycle -reuse and repurpose.
Our goal has always been to show that giving new life to old items can be more than just a savings to your pocketbook – it can look good too. Simply click on the picture for a direct link to each DIY story
Our DIY Projects :
Building A Whiskey Barrel Wall – How To Create An Incredible Accent Wall!
Who knew you could create an amazingly unique, attractive and stunning accent wall for next to nothing - all by simply recycling old whiskey barrels and lids! After we finally completed the iron and wood stair railing project at our old farmhouse last summer, we knew we needed a different look for the main stair…
How To Build An Amazing DIY Fire Pit – Without Breaking The Bank!
You might be surprised at just how easy it can be to build your very own incredible, low-cost diy fire pit in your backyard. And, just how multi-functional it can be for events with family and friends! One of the very first tasks we tackled when we started to build our original farm some 11…
The Most Unique DIY Trestle Picnic Table Ever! Strong, Sturdy & Beautiful
If you are looking for an outdoor table that is strong, elegant, and incredibly easy to make - our new trestle-base DIY picnic table is the project for you! This unique table really is an entirely new take on the common, boring old picnic table. One that's not only functional, but extremely economical to create.…
How To Turn A Backyard Shed Into A DIY Cabin – Simple Living At Its Best!
You might be surprised just how easy and affordable it can be to turn a traditional backyard shed into an amazing DIY tiny cabin. And - how much fun you can have with the entire process! Our latest project on the farm, turning a shed into little cabin and shower house. With so many shed…
DIY Raised Bed Garden Boxes – Strong, Beautiful, And Easy To Build!
If you are looking for a way to add gardening space without having a "traditional" garden, these inexpensive, easy to make DIY Raised Bed Garden Boxes are the answer! Created easily from ordinary 2x4 and 2x6 lumber, these attractive beds look great anywhere. Even better, at 3' wide x 6' long x 18" deep, they…
How To Create A Beautiful DIY Wine Rack With Ease – The Perfect Homemade Gift For Friends, Family – Or You!
Of all of the Home & Garden projects we've created and featured on the blog over the years, there is little doubt that our DIY wine racks have been one of the more popular. Especially each year as the holiday season rolls around, and folks look to make that "perfect" homemade gift for someone special.…
The DIY 2×4 Canning Jar Cabinet – A Beautiful Way To Store Canning Jars & More!
When it came time to build a new Canning Jar Cabinet for our home at the farm, we decided to create something that really celebrated and embraced the beauty and work that goes into the age old art of canning. As in something that just wouldn't store our jars filled with our garden's harvest, but…
How To Ripen Or Dry Fresh-Picked Garden Vegetables With A DIY 2×4 Harvest Rack!
If you are looking for a simple, efficient way to ripen, dry or cure fresh produce coming from your garden, building your own 2x4 harvest rack might just be the ticket! Go into the home of any avid gardener during harvest season, and you will likely encounter vegetables everywhere. And we mean everywhere! Our new…
Home DIY Projects For All – Learning To Build, Save Money, & Have Fun Too!
The last two months have found us marveling at just how many people are discovering the amazing world of at-home DIY projects! In fact, our Gardening and DIY pages on the blog have been over the top busy - with 2 million+ visitors alone in just the last 45 days. Folks from all over the…
How To Build A Pergola With Ease – The Simple Secrets To Success!
If you are looking for a great way to add to big interest and function to your home landscape, make this the year you build your very own pergola. The timeless look of a pergola compliments any style of landscape. All while adding a whole new level of functionality and dimension to your outdoor space.…
How To Create A Great DIY Workshop On A Budget – The Tools You Need!
In spite of what many think, you don’t need a huge space filled with a lot of expensive tools to have a great DIY home workshop. In fact, you don't need an actual workshop space at all! On our little farm, our “workshop” can be found almost anywhere. In the barn, garage, garden - or…
DIY Christmas Gift Projects – Creating Gifts From Your Hands & Heart!
Nothing is more exciting than being on either side of a DIY Christmas gift. Whether giving, or receiving! There is something so unique and special about a homemade Christmas gift. Making a gift not only takes precious time, but a lot of thought and planning as well. For years, we have tried to always create…
The One Measuring Tool Every Diy’er Needs – The Amazing Contour Gauge!
I can honestly say, that up until about 6 months ago, I had never heard of a contour gauge. And then, one day, I happened to see a little video ad about this inexpensive measuring tool while scrolling on my phone. At the least, I was certainly intrigued. When it comes to new tools, especially…
The DIY Garden House Structure, An Outdoor Space With Old Barn Appeal
So you might be asking yourself, what exactly is a DIY Garden House Structure? Is it a pergola? A pavilion? An outdoor living room? Well, to be completely honest, it is a little bit of all those. And, a whole lot more! Our very first (but not our last) garden structure being built at the…
How To Build An Inexpensive DIY Cold Frame From Recycled Windows
With just a few reclaimed or recycled windows, you can start growing vegetables long after summer is over with your own inexpensive DIY cold frame! Cold frames are the perfect answer for those wanting to grow fresh veggies beyond the traditional growing season. In fact, in some areas, they can keep fresh greens on the…
DIY – How To Turn A Garage Into A Studio Apartment With Shiplap & Metal
If there is one project at the farm that was high on our list of "must-complete" this summer, it was turning the unused space in our garage into a larger, full-functioning small studio apartment. And finally, after a flurry of DIY activity over the last month, we can check it off the list! When we…