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 :
Creating A Simple And Inexpensive Rain Water Collection System
Visitors to the farm are usually surprised to learn that we water the entire garden and landscape with only the water from our rain water collection system. Our system, which collects and stores rainwater from our barn's metal roof, provides 100% of our annual watering needs. The best part, it was extremely easy to install,…
8 Great Tips For Finding FREE Compost Materials
How To Build A Rustic Barn Door Headboard
So with the weather still snowy and cold over the weekend, and no ability to work on the chicken coop or recycled greenhouse project - it was time to cure the winter blahs with a building project! And yes, as the garage became a temporary workshop, sadly Mary's vehicle was once again the victim and…
DIY Pallet Compost Bin – Create Your Own Great Looking Compost Bins!
There are few things that can make your garden more successful than compost. Compost, or “Black Gold” as it is so often called, improves soil vitality and structure – and significantly bolsters your plants health and yields. The best part of all – you can use your own coffee grounds, kitchen scraps, grass clippings, and…