Making and Mending

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  • Leaking Taps

    Scott Cam demonstrated how easy it is to change the washer on a leaky household tap. (Note: In some parts... read more
  • Mosaic Stepping Stones

    Mosaic Stepping Stones Rita Hill showed how to turn a boring concrete paver into a beautiful piece of garden artwork.... read more
  • Noticeboard

    Noticeboard The telephone area in Rita Hill’s home was a disaster. Whenever her friends rang she couldn’t find a pen... read more
  • Pebble and Gravel

    We’re right in the middle of a pebble revolution! Pebbles and gravels are still used in the traditional way on... read more
  • Fixing A Leaking Loo

    Scott Cam demonstrated how to fix a leaking toilet by either replacing the perished washers or installing a new cistern... read more
  • Floor Cubes

    Floor cubes or ottomans are great for kids and adults alike. In bright colours they’re fun in a playroom, while... read more
  • Decorating a Platter

    Rita Hill used special porcelain paints to jazz up some plain white serving platters. You will need: ceramic platters methylated... read more
  • Door Tables

    Scott Cam demonstrated how to turn a secondhand door into a dining table. Scott’s table is cheap, easy to make... read more
  • Erecting a Shade Sail

    Scott Cam showed how easy it is to install a shade sail in the garden. You can have your sails... read more
  • Fixing a Floorboard

    Backyard Blitz builder, Scott Cam, was helping out at home when a floorboard gave way beneath his foot! Floorboards often... read more
  • Beauty Cream – The French Alternative

    Jackie French has a beautiful complexion (for someone who spends most of the time outdoors), and she owes it all... read more
  • Building a Swing Set

    In our segment Scott Cam built a swing set for toddlers for around $200. Scott reckons if you build this... read more