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By removing the backing and some of the shelves of an old wooden bookshelf, laying it in your yard, and filling it with soil, you can DIY a raised garden bed. hunker.com/2293870/gardener-…

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Instead of mowing over leaf piles, try the Sun Joe Electric Leaf Mulcher/Shredder. It quickly turns fallen leaves into fine mulch with little effort. hunker.com/2296538/shred-lea…

Small windows can pose a design challenge when you want to create privacy. Fortunately, options like shutters and film are stylish alternatives to curtains. hunker.com/2291853/not-valan…

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DIYers point out that installing a short trellis over a front door and adding clear roofing sheets on top can lead to mold and water issues. hunker.com/2296302/diyers-up…

You don't need expensive compost tumblers or bins. Make your own by stacking concrete blocks, and you can make one of any size to suit your garden's needs. hunker.com/2293956/use-concr…