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Reader Project: A Really, Really Green House

Sherman Vomacka has quite the unique place. He lives in Gregory, South Dakota, where the winter months can be brutally cold. So, Sherman wanted his place to be energy efficient, green and sturdy enough to withstand the harsh weather conditions. His solution, build an earth home on his farmland.

Reader Project: DIY Custom Playset

The Family Handyman reader, Nick was looking for a playset for his son. but he...

Reader Project: DIY Custom Arched Entryway

For a couple of years, Mark Ziers had been contemplating what he should do to...

Reader Project: Handy Plywood Storage System

My garage is my workshop, and space is tight, especially for squeezing two vehicles in....

Reader Project: 2 Slick Miter Saw Stand Accessories

"I used to cut something at my miter saw stand, and then take my tape...

Reader Project: 1960’s Bathroom Remodel

Elementary art teacher, Denise Boyd, is an avid DIYer and Family Handyman fan. Four years...

Reader Project: Grilling Shelter

When Al Gingrow saw the "Grill Gazebo plans" in The Family Handyman May 2016 issue,...

Reader Project: Floating Feeder for Feathered Friends

"We like to watch birds and have had bird feeders for years. However, the birds...

Reader Project: Arts & Crafts Classic End Table

Reader, Mike Gratzer, built this beautiful end table for his home. He followed the Simple...

Reader Project: Cedar Garden Shed and Fire Pit

The Family Handyman reader Kurt Schmatzhagen sent us photos of the shed he built in...

How to Create Cheap DIY Artwork in Minutes

Here is a quick and easy way to create your own artwork on a budget.

Reader Project: Inspiring DIY Kitchen Remodel

Carlo Pelandini was never satisfied with the design of his kitchen. So he naively started...

Reader Project: DIY Solid Cedar Mailbox

Reader Todd Johnson needed to replace his mailbox. So he went to his local home...

Reader Project: DIY Backyard Oasis

This backyard oasis has it all: a pergola, fire pit, outdoor kitchen and more. It...

Reader Project: Hefty Woodworking Bench

So what do you do with a 30-year old cedar deck and a sagging dining...

Reader Project: Mobile Flip-Top Workbench

Family Handyman reader Christopher Rings sent us photos and drawings of his incredible workbench. We...

Reader Project: DIY Pine Accent Wall

This was a fun project where I could involve my wife in some DIY remodeling....

Reader Project: In-Wall Kitchen Cabinets

Like most of us, Vern Schleyer didn’t have enough cabinet space. Unlike most of us,...

Reader Project: Disappearing Bed and Bookshelf

A new, modern twist on the Murphy bed concept.

Reader Project: Loft Bed (and a lot more)

Skill and imagination can be dangerous, turning small problems into huge solutions. But here’s a chain-reaction project...

Reader Project: Permanent Playhouse

Complete with insulation and electricity, this playhouse will evolve from a kid's hangout into a quiet homework spot as...