I get what you’re saying about wood chips, but I’ve actually had better luck with a thick layer of shredded leaves. They mat down tight, stay put in w...

WEEKEND CRAFTS: DO YOU PREFER BUILDING FROM SCRATCH OR UPCYCLING OLD STUFF? I get the appeal of upcycling, but honestly, I lean toward new materials ...

Yep, nailed it. Even a “level” lot isn’t always as flat as it looks—water’s gonna find every dip. I usually grab a garden hose and see where the water...