Build It Simple is a general collection of simple DIY builds for home and garden projects collected by the folks at Storey Publishing. Originally released in 1977 as Home Made, this reformat and re-release, due out 8th July 2024 is 144 pages and will be available in paperback and ebook formats.
It does have a cool, retro vibe, the book is illustrated (in color) throughout and the projects are basic, sensible, classics, like potting benches, Adirondack chairs, some bird houses, little garden tool shed on a post (see cover illustration) which could also double as a little free library, and even some macrame plant holders.
None of the builds have specific item or materials lists, and the tutorials are provided more as sources of inspiration than specific step-by-step instructions. Most of the projects are provided with some general measurements, but all are simple enough that most readers will be able to do a credible job of a finished (usable) project.
Four stars. This would be an excellent choice for public or school library acquisition, home use, gifting to a handy teen/tween, or for activity/makers groups.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
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