- 1). Plan the overall style and design of the walkway. If you are using square cut stones, consider using a string line to orient the stones in a straight path. If using naturally shaped stones, such as found flagstones, consider making a path that is not perfectly straight but has a slight undulation.
- 2). Lay natural flagstones down so that their convex and concave edges interact in a harmonious manner. This will give an expressive and fluid quality to the design. In general, stepping stones should be placed at about 2-feet on center so as to allow for a natural walking pace.
- 3). Cut out the shape of each step using a spade if you are installing steps in an existing lawn and dig out enough earth so you can add about 2 inches of sand or crushed stone beneath each step. Use a garden hand trowel and small carpenter's level to prepare a flat bed for the stone. The top of the stones should be level and slightly higher than the surrounding earth.
- 4). Spread mulch or gravel around stones that are laid down directly onto a bare dirt area. Also consider planting some foliage, such as low-growing flowers or moss, along the pathway. Spread grass seeds around stones installed in an existing lawn and water any new plantings thoroughly.
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