There's something about making things outside that hits different. The light's better, the mess is forgivable, and you can let a paint cup spill without losing sleep. Six outdoor-friendly projects that work on a porch, patio, or even a tiny balcony.

There's a corner in my craft room I avoid looking at. The half-knit sweater, the quilt that needs binding, the watercolor pad with one painting in it. If you have one too, here's my pitch: stop starting another giant project and finish something small instead.