Concrete Garden Projects: Easy & Inexpensive Containers, Furniture, Water Features & More Kindle Edition

The best thing about this book are the beautifully staged, clear pictures though i wish the making instructions would have been inline with the photo gallery more like a chapter title then a gallery section and an instruction section because the momentum gets lost on the excitement of finding the thing you want to make and looking at how to make it..flipping back and forth between the how to and the photos where one left off just doesn't help. The front of the book has large photos of each project with an unnecessary fluffy discription as if the book was trying to be a coffee table book then referencing the page in the back where there are smaller clear photos of steps to take to make each item showcased earlier, the actual reason someone buys a book like this.The projects are relatively simple and clearly explained and there is enough variety to get ideas on things one could do with the knowledge gained from the book. However, I feel like the book was stretched out a bit longer then necessary. Fir example, the author found several different silicone molds and showcased each one for a specific project in the book instead of just having a section on what one can do with found silicone molds. The author also had multiple angels and how to create them. This is fine, people may want a few different ways to make their favorite subject matter adorn their garden.. but earlier in the book it showed how to press a leaf into the cement. Honestly this isnt much different then pressing a metal angel into the cement. So i think my criticism is in the editing, layout, and contextual arrangement of the book and in no way about the beautiful photography or the clear instructions.

I have looked at several library books on the topic and was looking for one book to buy so I could succeed at playing with concrete and making stuff for the yard. It is just the right length, well written, nicely illustrated, just enough options to try. Looking forward to giving things a try.

This book is for more intermediate crafters. as a beginner, I would have wanted more information and explanations. The assumption of the book is that you already have some experience and here are some projects you can do. The instructions do specify the items needed but, little is said about process of mixing and applying the items used.

I thought this book would have recipes for making those light weight concrete and vermiculite containers. Not so. I thought it would have better projects but they are pretty homemade looking.I could take some ideas from the projects and develop ideas for molds, but overall I am disappointed. The book is very nicely designed and the photography is good. You could make some simple candle holders, stepping stones or pots. The cover is probably the best design in the book.

I selected this book because a few years ago my friend and I made a project from the internet to create beautiful concrete bird baths from rhubarb leaves. It was fun, relatively easy and quite rewarding when complete. This book offers a myriad of similar fun, easy projects and so now my friends and I will have even more projects to try. I read through the book and with my prior limited experience I understood all of the directions. They are clear and concise and seem to include all the steps to complete the project for a rewarding outcome. If you've never tried making items from concrete and you are even a bit crafty, you'll have fun. I also envision it as a good catalyst to do parent -child projects or grandparent- grandchild projects. Nice, wholesome, meaningful memories!

This book has several good ideas for outdoor concrete projects. They are current and modern (unlike some other books). It also contains a good variety of projects for all skill levels - from basic stepping stones and simple pots to more advanced concrete grill table/prep areas. My only problem with this book is the lack of information regarding mixing the concrete. This information is available all over the internet so it's not that big a deal, but it would have been nice to include direction for making each of the mixes that the various projects call for (i.e.- fine concrete mix, rough mix, etc.). There is a basic explanation of the ingredients in the front of the book but no "recipe" for the prescribed mixes.

Meh, kinda bland ideas, way more on Pinterest for free!

The book has nice photos, and detailed enough instructions to do most of the projects (some projects use very similar methods), but it's limited in scope. It has sections on planters, an house numbers - those are useful, and also on concrete cakes for a concrete garden party - which is useless.The part which is most interesting to me, which would be various concrete formulations and moulding techniques, is not given much depth.Make sure you look at the table of contents before you buy this. There are no hidden gems in the book which are not covered in the TOC. Also, once you get the ideas, e.g., to cut out a mould to make house numbers, you hardly need the book. I don't think I would buy it again.

This is the first book I've read regarding making things out of concrete/cement. Was a bit unsure as to whether to buy it at first. But glad that I did. I have been making mosaic pots and stuff for the garden up to now so this was a revelation. Totally in contrast to my mosaiced pieces which are so bright and decorative. These are so plain but with lovely clean lines and look so good with a house leek or such growing out of them. I have already made quite a few pots. Inspirational.Thanks very much.

Bought as a gift. Very informative and good price.

Found this to be a very useful book full of all the necessary information to start even the most basic of projects! Very helpful indeed!

this book is more interesting than some on the market, but not the best.

Lots of ideas.