Hunker: Inspired Home Design, Gardening Tips, and DIY Improvements

Refresh Your Backyard On A Budget With An Old Laundry Hamper And Cement

staff@hunker.com (Amy Freeman) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0000

Restyling your backyard doesn't have to cost a fortune. An old laundry hamper and a few basic supplies create a stylish planter in this clever DIY.

Keep Grass Out Of Gravel Driveways With A Durable Edging That Looks Good

staff@hunker.com (Ryan Cashman) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Tired of grass creeping into your gravel driveway? This edging material creates a sturdy barrier that prevents lawn encroachment while adding visual appeal.

Gardener Transforms A Bookshelf Into A Functional Flower Bed

staff@hunker.com (Andrea Carrillo) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0000

With some simple hardware store supplies - and an eye for sturdy furniture suitable for repurposing - you can fashion a bookshelf into a sustainable garden bed.

Forget Lawn Mowers: There's A Neat Tool For Shredding Fall Leaves

staff@hunker.com (Emily Ray) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000

A lawn mower isn't the only way to shred fall leaves. This less bulky alternative can turn both wet and dry leaves into fine mulch in one convenient place.

Don't Toss Your Empty Sauce Bottles: The DIY Garden Hack Your Green Thumb Needs

staff@hunker.com (Danielle Valente) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 02:30:00 +0000

Discover the many ways that old sauce bottles can be used in the garden. Don't toss them, but repurpose them as seed starting or houseplant supplies.

Effortlessly Clear Leaves Off Your Lawn With A Clever Find From Tractor Supply

staff@hunker.com (Derek Rose) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 02:00:00 +0000

This simple but brilliant $8 tool makes scooping up leaves after a cleanup both easy and fun, earning it near-perfect ratings from thousands of buyers so far.

Use Concrete Blocks For A Durable Alternative To A Compost Bin

staff@hunker.com (Scott Dylan Westerlund) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Skip the expensive compost bin and build your own using concrete blocks. Stack them to ensure airflow and build your own composting system in a day.

Gardener Transforms Plastic Containers Into A Creative Hanging Planter

staff@hunker.com (Danielle Valente) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 22:00:00 +0000

Running out of windowsill space for your houseplants? Use plastic containers to make this creative hanging planter and add more plants to your collection!

The Colorful Hack That'll Instantly Upgrade Your Boring Solar Lights

staff@hunker.com (Emily Ray) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 20:30:00 +0000

While solar lights are affordable and easy to install, they are also quite boring. With this hack, you can bring some life and cheer to your outdoor lighting.

Replace Gazebos With A Durable And Adjustable Alternative

staff@hunker.com (Sakshi Khaitan) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000

Gazebos are great until the roof rips or blocks the sun. Luckily, this other outdoor structure gives you shelter when it rains and sunshine when you want it.

Gardener Turns A Few Dollar Tree Finds Into Adorable Garden Lights

staff@hunker.com (Shelley Frost) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Glass garden decorations are always a beauty, and with this whimsical Dollar Tree hack, you don't need to spend a lot to bring this shiny decor to your garden.

Upcycle Empty Face Cream Jars Into Cute Holders For Propagating Cuttings

staff@hunker.com (Danielle Valente) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0000

There are many different ways to propagate plants, and face cream jars can provide a perfectly-sized home while also giving you a nice view of their roots.

Ditch Boring Solar Lights: Upgrade Them With A Glamorous Dollar Tree DIY

staff@hunker.com (Shelley Frost) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0000

There are so many benefits to solar lights illuminating the outside of your home, but they tend to look less than elegant. This DIY fixes that, all on a budget.

How To Smooth And Level A Spongy Lawn And The Best Tools To Use

staff@hunker.com (Sakshi Khaitan) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 02:30:00 +0000

Spongy lawns might be comfortable to walk on, but they typically hide a plethora of issues. Here are expert tips to smooth and level them with the right tools.

Gardener Turns Plastic Nursery Pots Into A Home For Backyard Butterflies

staff@hunker.com (Christy Rae Ammons) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 22:00:00 +0000

Plastic nursey pots have a great, cozy shape for housing butterflies, but first you'll need to add some hardware store supplies to make it habitable.

You Don't Need A Rake: Use This Tool To Clear Leaves Off Patios Faster

staff@hunker.com (Sakshi Khaitan) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Fall is a pretty season, but you might have too much leaf clean-up to truly enjoy it. Good thing this tool can clear leaves in your patio faster than a rake.

Out With Wood Decks: Consider This Waterproof, Durable Alternative Instead

staff@hunker.com (Scott Dylan Westerlund) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 20:30:00 +0000

Between the potential warping and rotting and the constant maintenance, we're over wood decks. This sturdy material could be the best decking material.

Goodbye Traditional Bird Feeders: The Light-Up Lantern Alternative That's So Cute

staff@hunker.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Part bird feeder, part cozy lantern, this clever design gives feathered visitors a place to snack while adding a soft glow to your garden after dark.

Woman Uses Home Depot Finds To Create A Garden Masterpiece With An Impressive DIY

staff@hunker.com (Erika Dale) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0000

One gardener turned a few hardware store basics and some fallen yard branches into a striking garden focal point. Learn how she pulled it off.

Use PVC Pipes To Keep Pests Out Of Your Outdoor Plants With An Impressive DIY

staff@hunker.com (Alison Kasch) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 14:30:00 +0000

Squirrels and rabbits love turning your garden into a buffet. However, this TikToker has a DIY made from PVC pipes that will keep these pests away from plants.