Choose an open space and mark an 8-foot-wide circle. Excavate the area about 2 feet deep, forming a smooth, bowl-like depression.
Fill the bottom with 3 inches of gravel and compact it well. Then spread a thin sand layer on top for leveling.
Begin laying the first circular layer of bricks along the base wall. You can tap them gently into the sand, ensuring a tight fit.
Continue stacking layers, offsetting each row for stability, until the wall reaches about 2.5 feet high. Angle the top slightly inward for strength.
Build small side steps using wooden planks or bricks, ensuring safe access into the pit.
Fill the base center with gravel and place the fire bowl securely in the middle.
Finally, add decorative plants or large stones around the perimeter to blend the pit naturally into your garden.
