Twig fence

Making a rustic twig screen using sticks and rebar.

Make cleanup easier and put fallen sticks in your yard to good use by making rustic garden fences, pollinator shelters, compost, and more with these simple ideas.

I needed a fence because my dogs have a habit of running without looking where they are heading. So, I didn't really need it to be strong, rather to have a visual impact to the dogs, so they stay out. I am also an organic gardener, so I wanted something that looked natural. The only cost to this fence is for cotton string to bind the intersections. This is how I did it. I use 4 main pieces, about 2 1/2 feet long as the legs to go into the ground. Next, I use two smaller pieces of study twigs…

I Built a Fence That Fell From the Sky - Tall Clover Farm

Here’s a complete guide on constructing a wattle fence. Learn its uses in the landscape, the best type of wood to select, and check some design ideas.

This is our first week without Bill Mollison. Our rascal-genius, founder of Permaculture, has finally gone to that big haystack in the sky. Bill, you are loved and missed, and always will be. The Bill Stories are all coming out of the woodwork, being told around the campfires of the world, as we all get sad together. Bill Mollison was known for the way he would enter intense creative relationships with others, sometimes lasting for days, sometimes years. Here I interview artist, writer…

Twig fence

Fun, whimsical garden fence made from reclaimed western red cedar tree limbs.

Have you thought about doing a DIY privacy fence? Get privacy from neighbors with a pretty outdoor fence made with twigs and fairy lights.Years ago when I was living in a loft complex, I had a patio that faced a busy road. I always felt watched by passerby’s. I was renting this loft so was limited to making any kind of permanent construction, so I had to spend some time trying to come up with a way to get privacy. I finally came up with the idea to use a 6x6 and Ikea branches to do a D…

A wattle fence is easy to build, aesthetically delightful, and pretty much free as far as building materials go. Ready to start weaving?

Fun & whimsical garden fence made from reclaimed western red cedar limbs and branches.

Wattle Fence Add old-world charm to your yard with an easy-to-build wattle fence Wondering how to add unique style to your garden or yard at no cost? Consider a traditional twig fence, also called a wattle fence. Dating back to the Middle Ages and beyond, a hand-built wattle fence is an easy, attractive and sturdy outline for flower beds or other areas needing delineation. With just a few tools and a cluster of saplings, you can create your own eye-catching woven fence. Gather your tools…

Here are 10 ideas for DIY projects that use branches, making it seem like you're working with something natural, but these aren't so hard to make.

Willow weave path

Twig and branches craft ideas for garden design incorporate natural elements for a rustic look. These creative projects enhance any garden with earthy, artistic touches.