Black & Decker The Complete Outdoor Builder: From Arbors to Walkways: 150 DIY Projects

Adding beautiful, functional patios and walkways to the yard has never been easier thanks to this book. Over 150 projects and hundreds of instructional photographs combine with informative tips, tricks, and inspiration for the most comprehensive patio and walkway book on the market. From low-cost, curb-appeal walkways to expansive, estate-quality decorative concrete patios complete with outdoor kitchens, this book presents each project with step-by-step instructions and full-color photographs as well as informative tips, tricks, and inspiration. Each project uses the most current materials, tools, common practices, codes, and construction techniques to help readers add value to their homes and allow them to enjoy their outdoor spaces to full potential. Whether an existing patio needs to be freshened up or an unused space in the yard is just waiting to be put to use, this book is a crucial resource for do-it-yourself homeowners.

Click here to buy from Amazon

Building the Custom Home Office: Projects for the Complete Home Work Space

Everything a homeowner needs to know about designing a custom work space at home. Includes information on building home-office furniture, space planning and ergonomics, materials, lighting and computers. Featuring 12 projects, complete with measured drawings and cut lists.

Click here to buy from Amazon

Step-by-Step Deck Projects (Better Homes & Gardens Step-By-Step)

50 doable project ideas with deck planning, building, and maintaining explained in easy-to-understand steps.

Tools and Materials chapter teaches such essentials as using a circular saw, measuring and leveling, and choosing the right lumber.

Explains how to upgrade existing deck with railings, planters, built-in seating and sun screens.

Shows how to craft custom designs—such as wraparound, multi-level, and entry decks.

Full-color photos of finished deck projects and full-color illustrations lead readers step-by-step.

Price: $12.95

Click here to buy from Amazon

Woodworking Projects for Women: 16 Easy-to-Build Projects for the Home and Garden (Craftswoman Book series)

One of the fastest-growing groups of woodworkers—women—are addressed directly in this guide to woodworking projects for the home and garden. Practical advice accompanies step-by-step instructions for 19 projects, including many staples of woodworking, such as tool racks and book lamps, as well as unique objects, such as a child's easel and utensil rack. An overview of different kinds of wood and an introduction to the most important tools used in woodworking provide essential information for getting started. Progressively complex projects and finishing tips are provided to build skill, and full-size pull-out patterns that would cost more than $100 if purchased separately are included.

Price: $17.95

Click here to buy from Amazon