How to build a shed. Before that gets overwhelming there is one thing that will save ALOT of headache and frustration, And I speak from experience. The first thing to do. I mean before anything, # 1, draw up a plan, or order blueprints, whatever it is .DO NOT just go get some material and start building. A plan drawn up on paper is very valuable. especially if you stick to that plan Think of it like this if you were going on a trip, to some place you have never been before, wouldn't you take a map? Of course, otherwise you may end up lost, and have to go back and redo part of the trip. A map, or plan will help make building a shed much more pleasant, ...