Creating a shady spot

This simple project creates a fuss-free cool area to sit in and enjoy the summer garden

fter working in the sunny garden, it is pleasant to take a welcome break in the shade. This awning is quick and simple to put up or take down. Cotton is chosen for the canopy as this will let through any cooling breezes. It is held aloft with three branches gathered from a garden clear-up.

Step 1: The width of the area to be shaded is measured and a hook is screwed into the shed wall at each end. A piece of cotton cloth is chosen or cut that measures this width. A length of ribbon approximately 12in (30cm) long is stitched to two...