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Weekend project ideas

Six projects to try this weekend

Each one includes a realistic time estimate and skill level. Always read the manufacturer's instructions and put safety first.

01

Make a seasonal door wreath

Start with a grapevine base and tuck in greenery, dried flowers or pine cones. Swap the accents each season and reuse the base.

1 to 2 hoursBeginner
02

Style a fall porch

Layer pumpkins at different heights, add mums, a cozy throw and a new doormat. Keep it simple and let texture do the work.

1 to 2 hoursBeginner
03

Hang string lights

Warm white string lights on a porch or patio create an inviting evening space. Use outdoor rated lights and hooks.

1 to 2 hoursBeginner
04

Build a wooden sign

A reclaimed board, a stencil and a little paint make a personal sign for your entry, kitchen or garden.

Half a dayBeginner
05

Refresh throw pillows

New covers are an inexpensive way to change a room's color palette with the seasons.

30 minutesBeginner
06

Pot up a winter planter

Evergreen branches, birch sticks and berries in a large planter keep the porch looking alive through the cold months.

1 hourBeginner
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Tools and supplies we like for these projects

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Grapevine wreath base

A reusable base you can decorate for every season.

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Outdoor string lights

Weather rated and warm toned for porches and patios.

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Hot glue gun kit

The quiet hero of almost every decor project.

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Stencil and craft paint set

Everything you need for signs and simple painted accents.

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