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Build Things That Matter

A wheelbarrow and a rake stand on a lawn covered with fallen yellow leaves, set against a backdrop of a yellow house and green plants.

Here at Family Handyman, we spend a lot of time working on projects related to our yards, garages, homes and outdoor spaces.

On this page, you’ll find our collection of projects centered around life in the fall. We hope these projects will inspire and motivate you to make your home exactly what you want it to be, inside and out. 

 

Fall Lawn Care

A wheelbarrow and a rake stand on a lawn covered with fallen yellow leaves, set against a backdrop of a yellow house and green plants. 13 Tips for Preparing the Lawn for the Fall
A gray container holds small white granules, while scattered granules cover the dry, brown grass below, hinting at recent lawn treatment. When and How To Fertilize Your Lawn in the Fall
A person checks the oil level in a lawn mower engine using a dipstick while holding a cloth in a grassy outdoor setting. How To Check Oil in a Lawn Mower
A metal rake stands partially buried in snow, surrounded by patches of yellowed grass, against a backdrop of weathered wooden boards. Is Your Lawn Ready for Winter? Here's What To Do

Fall Builds

How To Build A Bar How To Build a Bar
A quaint garden shed with a red door stands on a stone path, surrounded by vibrant flowers and greenery under a clear sky. How To Build an Inexpensive DIY Shed
A Disc Swing How To Make a Wooden Disc Swing
How To Build A Privacy Fence How To Build a Privacy Fence

Gardening and Landscaping

A wooden greenhouse with an open door displays potted flowers inside, surrounded by greenery, gravel paths, and lavender plants under a clear blue sky. How To Build a Greenhouse
Flowers in vibrant colors bloom in pots, surrounded by various pumpkins on a rustic surface, creating a festive autumn display. 10 Flowers to Plant This Fall
wooden planter box How To Build a 3-Season Wooden Planter Box
A woman is digging soil with a shovel beside a house, surrounded by green plants and a wooden surface. How To Remove Bushes and Shrub Roots

Fall Holidays

A decorative vase holds a bouquet of dried flowers, featuring muted tones. The arrangement displays varied textures, positioned on a glass table against a light wall. 9 Elegant Fall Centerpiece Ideas
A beautifully set dining table displays colorful plates and glasses, surrounded by wooden chairs, with a warm, inviting atmosphere enhanced by natural light. How To Add Space to a Thanksgiving Table Set Up
Two black wire cages hang from a porch, each containing a skeleton. The background features a house and greenery with flowers. How To Turn a Laundry Basket into a Spooky Halloween Cage Decoration
Acorns are densely packed together, showcasing their smooth, rounded shapes and distinctive caps, resting on a dark surface that highlights their earthy tones. 8 Things You Can Make With All of Those Acorns