Create a path to tranquility, with a flowing set of stepping stone flagstones. Enjoy your garden even more with a meandering pathway that can be as creative as you would like.

Step 1 - Determine placement and mark out with a shovel.

Step 2 - Excavate soil.

Step 3 - Install base rock, level and compact.

Step 4 - Install chosen walkway material, level.

Step 5 - Backfill walkway area with decorative rock or mulch.

Creating that backyard patio can be an enjoyable weekend project. With some planning, you can expand your living space into the backyard, and enjoy the benefits of the outdoors in your private space.

Step 1 - Excavate foundation area.

Step 2 - Fill with base rock and rake smooth.

Step 3 - Compact with plate compactor.

Step 4 - Install layer of sand, screed and level.

Step 5 - Place Gator Edge around perimeter as needed.

Step 6 - Install pavers in desired pattern.

Step 7 -Pour CCI Polymeric Sand on top of pavers, sweep and tamp sand into joints of pavers.

Whether finishing off a just completed flower bed, or adding zip to an existing one. Adding an edging block completes the project, and adds that finished look to your planting beds or any area of your yard.

Step 1 - Excavate area the length of desired edging site.

Step 2 - Place edging product selected into edging site.

Step 3 - Align and level with rubber mallet.

Step 4 - Place Gator Edge against edging product to maintain alignment of Edging Material for years to come.

Step 5 - Backfill and landscape as needed.

Build a Below Ground Pond with the AB Courtyard Collection from Allan Block in a weekend. You will need the AB York blocks and Wall Caps to complete this project. See How-to Sheet #310.

To create a low profile accent to your yard or garden, add a below ground pond with the AB Courtyard Collection. You can be enjoying your new surroundings before the weekend is over.

Step 1 - Determine location and mark out with a shovel.

Step 2 - Remove sod or top soil and dig hole.

Step 3 - Prepare base and leveling pad.

Step 4 - Install temporary course of blocks for placement.

Step 5 - Remove blocks and install flexible pond liner.

Step 6 - Reinstall blocks.

Step 7 - Backfill blocks and liner.

Step 8 - Install top course of blocks and wall caps.

Step 9 - Add decorative rock, fountain and water. Enjoy!

This project stacks up in no time. Just stack the AB Corner block up in the pre-set patterns per course, place the Post Caps and a seating material and you're done.

Step 1 - Determine location and mark out with a shovel.

Step 2 - Remove sod and dig hole for each side.

Step 3 - Prepare foundation.

Step 4 - Build first post following pattern.

Step 5 - Build second post following pattern.

Step 6 - Install Post Caps and seating material.

Easily enhance your flower garden with a beautiful water feature. With no special tools you can complete this quickly for an dramatic new look.

Step 1 - Determine location and mark out with a shovel.

Step 2 - Remove sod or top soil and dig trench.

Step 3 - Prepare foundation pad and level.

Step 4 - Install 3 courses of blocks.

Step 5 - Install pond liner.

Step 6 - Install caps.

Step 7 - Install water feature and water.

Do you entertain guests in your backyard or patio and wish you had more seating? This couch option is what you need. Stack up the blocks in the preset patterns, add caps and seating material and you are all set.

Step 1 - Determine location.

Step 2 - Install first 3 courses with preset pattern.

Step 3 - Install next 3 courses with altered pattern.

Step 4 - Install Wall Caps.

Step 5 - Install seating and armrest material.

By following the patterns for each course, your BBQ Grilling Station will be ready for use in no time. For a quick installation, build it on an existing patio area information on building on alternative foundations is available at allanblock.com.

Step 1 - Determine location.

Step 2 - Build first post following pattern.

Step 3 - Build back wall panel.

Step 4 - Build 2nd post.

Step 5 - Build additional courses.

Step 6 - Install Counter tops and Wall Caps.

In no time you can be sitting on your patio and enjoying your new living space. For an added touch, install light features.

Step 1 - Measure existing patio and mark approximate location of posts, wall panels and openings to exit patio.

Step 2 - Starting at the corner, install 2 courses at a time.

Step 3 - Build out in both directions to the post locations.

Step 4 - Build posts and continue with any additional wall panels.

Step 5 - Build additional courses.

Step 6 - Install Wall and Post Caps.

In just a few hours, you can be sitting in front of a roaring fire, with your feet up, enjoying the evening. Using just one block shape and a wall cap from the AB Courtyard Collection, you can add a beautiful accent to your landscape.

Step 1 - Determine location and mark out with a shovel.

Step 2 - Remove sod and dig trench for foundation.

Step 3 - Fill trench with wall rock and compact.

Step 4 - Install AB York blocks and Wall Caps.

Step 5 - Install decorative rock.

Step 6 - Place in metal fire ring, wood and enjoy!

Add instant curb appeal to your entryway in just a weekend. For a dramatic look, add lighting or plantings to the top of the posts or decorate for the different seasons.

Step 1 - Determine location and mark out with a shovel.

Step 2 - Remove sod and dig trench for foundation.

Step 3 - Fill trench with wall rock and compact.

Step 4 - Install AB York blocks following pre-set pattern.

Step 5 - Install Wall and Post Caps.

In just a weekend you can create a beautiful plantable entry monument that will give your yard great curb appeal.

Step 1 - Determine location and mark out with a shovel.

Step 2 - Remove sod or top soil and dig trench.

Step 3 - Prepare foundation pad and level.

Step 4 - Install 1st course of block following preset pattern.

Step 5 - Install additional courses of back wall and posts.

Step 6 - Install caps.

Step 7 - Fill planter with dirt and plant.

Illuminate your entryway or landscape with a light post. The additional light will accent your surroundings and make a great impression with your guests.

Step 1 - Determine location and mark out with a shovel.

Step 2 - Run electrical wiring per code.

Step 3 - Prepare foundation.

Step 4 - Build 1st course of post, level and adjust.

Step 5 - Install additional courses to desired height.

Step 6 - Modify and install Post Caps to allow for wiring.

Step 7 - Run electrical wiring according to local building code.

Adding a raised planter to the front of your home is a great addition and softens the look of your landscape. With the raised height it is easy to plant and maintain.

Step 1 - Determine location and mark out with a shovel.

Step 2 - Remove sod or top soil and dig trench.

Step 3 - Prepare base, level and compact.

Step 4 - Install and level 1st course of block.

Step 5 - Backfill in blocks and behind.

Step 6 - Compact, check again for level.

Step 7 - Install additional courses, leveling, backfilling and compacting as each course is installed.

Step 8 - On last course, backfill with black dirt.

Step 9 - Install caps. Ready for planting.

Adding a small retaining wall can add space to your landscape, create a level area for a raised patio, or fix a sloping front yard.

Step 1 - Determine location and mark out with a shovel.

Step 2 - Remove sod or top soil and dig trench.

Step 3 - Prepare base, level and compact.

Step 4 - Install and level 1st course of block.

Step 5 - Backfill in blocks and behind.

Step 6 - Compact, check again for level.

Step 7 - Install additional courses, leveling, backfilling and compacting as each course is installed.

Step 9 - Install caps.