Creating a lawn requires several steps. The first step is to SEED the area with grass SEED. This can be done by spreading the SEED over the area and then covering it with a thin layer of soil. The second step is to SOD the area. This involves laying down strips of grass that have already been grown in a nursery. Once the SOD is laid, it should be watered regularly to help it take root. Finally, the lawn should be mowed regularly to keep it looking neat and tidy.