DIY Projects from Mother Earth News

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August 13, 2005
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The Microhouse
Thoreau built a house that was just 150 square feet. This small house is ideal for temporary living or limited space. These two articles give you all the inspiration and advice you need to build your own Thoreau-style, mini-cabin.
The World of the Microhouse
The Rustic Temporary Microhouse 

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This charming, closet-like shed is the perfect place to store all your garden hand tools.

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Walkways, Fences and Walls

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This article offers ideas for creating paths and bridges to transform your yard or woods into a park-like space that is visually attractive and fun to explore.

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Create alternatives to muddy paths with the creative ideas, such as a roll-up board walk, homemade cement pavers and forest products for path and garden mulch.

Building with Native Stone
Long-time contributor, John Vivian, tells you all you need to know to build a stone wall from the rock native to your region. He gives tips on how to find a cut stone, the tools necessary and how to build a good foundation for your project.

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