How to Layout a Stepping Stone Walkway

Instructions

• 1

  Place the stones along the path being created. Walk on them, noting the ease or difficulty of stepping from one stone to another. Rearrange the stones as necessary.

• 2

  Cut around the edges of each stone with a long-handled spade. Set each stone aside after etching its outline into the ground.

• 3

  Remove grass and dirt from the stone's outline using a hand trowel. Dig an area equal to the depth of the stepping stone.

• 4

  Spread a few inches of builder's sand into the hole to level it out.

• 5

  Place the stepping stone into the hole. Use a level to ensure it is evenly placed. Add or remove sand if necessary.