25 Top Garden Stepping Stone Ideas For A Beautiful Walkway

1. Leaf Imprint Stepping Stones

These leaf imprinted stones are perfect for fall gardens. Well, they're perfect for any time of year actually. You just make the stones from cement and while the cement is still wet, use a leaf from your favorite garden plant to imprint the stones. These are so easy and so beautiful.

Source/Tutorial: gardentherapy

2. Wooden Board Stepping Stones

Okay, so boards are not actually stones, but they do make for a gorgeous walkway. Just take some old boards, repurposing works well here, and lay out your walkway. Then fill in around them with small river rocks or pea gravel and you've got a beautiful walking path that will instantly perk up your landscaping.

Source/Tutorial: flickr.com

3. Brick Look Heart Shaped Stepping Stones

These brick look stones are simply wonderful and their heart shapes just add to their charm. These are so easy to make and you don't need any actual bricks to create them. You'll create the brick look with paint. These are perfect for adding a loving touch to your garden or they would look just as gorgeous lining the walkway to the front door.

Source/Tutorial: hometalk

4. Easy DIY Hopscotch Stepping Stones

I love the color in these hopscotch stones and you're little ones are going to love them, too. Not only are these adorable stepping stones, they double as a game for the kids when the weather allows. If you ever played hopscotch as a child, then you know how fun it is. You just paint concrete pavers, which are pretty cheap by the way, and you're all set.

Source/Tutorial:readbetweenthelimes

5. DIY Stepping Stones From Broken Dishes

These stepping stones are made from broken china and other glass type dishes and they are absolutely gorgeous. If you have some old china that you can't use because of chips or breaks and you can't get rid of it, turn it into these amazing stones for your garden. You just add the pieces of china to concrete stones that you make yourself and the end result is breathtaking.

Source/Tutorial: overthebigmoon

6. Simple Textured Stepping Stones

If you prefer something a bit more basic and minus the added decorations, you can make these easy textured stepping stones with concrete and a pattern of some sort. You can use a rubber doormat to make beautiful textures in the concrete that in turn creates these stunning stones. Use a couple of different doormats – with different textures – to mix it up and make your walkway really unique.

Source/Tutorial: nancymizelle

7. DIY Stepping Stones With Cake Pan

You can use an ordinary cake pan to mold your concrete and make amazing – and perfectly proportioned – stepping stones. Just mix the concrete as directed, add your decorative elements like glass stones or other items, and then let the concrete harden. Your end result is an easy to make yet beautiful stone that will bring beauty to your landscape wherever you lay it.

Source/Tutorial: intimateweddings

8. Kid Friendly DIY Concrete Stones

These little stepping stones are really easy and perfect for kids. You can use an empty cereal box for the mold and then let kids add their own decorative elements to them. They can use glass stones to create all sorts of designs and pictures and you can get glass stones at the Dollar Store for a dollar per bag, so this is an easy and really inexpensive way to get custom stepping stones for your garden.

Source/Tutorial: pinkandgreenmama

9. Cheap DIY Custom Stepping Stones

This one is a really cheap way to get those custom stones. In fact, you'll only spend about $25 for 20 stones. Buy some inexpensive concrete blocks – the thin ones – which you can find at most home improvement stores and Wal-Mart for about a dollar each. Then just mark off the plain stones with any design you want and use spray paint to customize them.

Source/Tutorial: yeahvintage

10. Elegant DIY Concrete Stones

These elegant stones look like something you would spend a fortune for, but they're really cheap and very easy to DIY. You mold the concrete for these in plastic containers – those containers that you get rolls and cakes from in the deli section of your supermarket. The designs come out beautifully and you can use any size and any shape of plastic lid to get the specific stones that you want.

Source/Tutorial: rosyscription

11. DIY Personalized Stepping Stones

I love these personalized stones for Mother's Day gifts, or any time of the year really. You'll make a regular cement stone and then personalize it with the name and footprint of your little ones. These would be perfect for grandmothers – a stone for their grandchildren's individual footprints. Add edging with tiny ceramic tiles and you've got a beautiful stone that commemorates your little ones.

Source/Tutorial: onesassyhousewife

12. Hand Painted Stepping Stones

What better way to dress up your walkway than with hand painted stepping stones? You can paint scenery or anything else, if you paint that is, or let the kids paint them. This would be a wonderful rainy afternoon project for the little ones and then once the sun comes out again, you can go out together and place your stones.

Source/Tutorial: craftcorners

13. Hummingbird Garden Stepping Stone

This gorgeous DIY stepping stone uses mosaics to create hummingbirds, which are perfect for your garden. Hummingbirds are my favorites, which is why this project is at the top of my to do list. Stained glass pieces or even small stones would be perfect for this project. Just create your hummingbird design – or whatever design you want – and then set them in concrete.

Source/Tutorial: merrimentdesign

30 Adorable Garden Decorations To Add Whimsical Style To Your Lawn

1. Repurposed Brick Book Decorations

Turn some old bricks into these great looking faux books and bring some whimsy to your garden. You just choose your favorite book titles and paint them onto bricks. These would look great lining your steps or even sitting right there in the flower garden for some extra décor. What a wonderful way to add some whimsy to your favorite reading place!

Tutorial/Source: punkprojects

2. Clay Pot Lighthouse

I have always loved lighthouses and use them as often as I can in my indoor and outdoor décor. I really adore the idea of turning clay pots into lighthouse decorations for the garden. These are so easy to make and they're really cheap considering you can get terra cotta planters at the Dollar Store for around a dollar each. Just paint and stack and you have a wonderful decoration for the garden area.

Tutorial/Source: diyncrafts

3. Garden Cactus Marquis

Turn your garden area into a brightly lit display with these amazing cactus lights. If you don't plant cactus in your garden, this is a great way to integrate that same style and light up your garden at the same time. You can make these, but I found these gorgeous ones on Etsy for just under $70 and they come in an array of colors to perfectly match your outdoor décor.

Tutorial/Source: etsy.com

4. DIY Crystal Watering Can

Take an old watering can and turn it into a beautiful garden decoration with some crystals. I love this idea for so many reasons. It's gorgeous and it really stays in line with your garden theme. The crystals look like water coming from the can's spout and overall, this is a really easy way to add beauty to your flower garden or backyard area.

Tutorial/Source: craftsbyamanda

5. Decorative Glass Stone Garden Balls

If you don't have decorative garden balls, you really need them. They add just the right touch to any garden area and these are really easy to create with glass stones that will shine brightly in the sunlight. Just cover a bowling ball or other spherical shaped item in glass stones in whatever colors and designs you want.

Tutorial/Source: empressofdirt

6. Fun DIY Garden Rock Caterpillar

I love the idea of putting bugs in the garden – not real ones, mind you but these whimsical and colorful rock bugs. These little caterpillars are so much fun to make and to look at, too. You can use stones that you buy at the store or use up those rocks that are in your yard and get them out of the grass in a fun and creative way.

Tutorial/Source: nelliebellie

7. Painted Rock Ladybugs

I love ladybugs, as long as they're not in my garden, that is, which is why these painted rock versions are my favorite. You just need some rocks and some paint and you can create these cute little ladybugs that will grace your garden, and this version doesn't bite or cause issues with your plants. Put these everywhere you need a little extra something to add to your plants.

Tutorial/Source: pietrevive

8. DIY Fence Post Garden Bench

This garden bench will add function and whimsy to the garden or yard. You can even use repurposed fence posts to make it if you have any on hand. It's a really attractive addition to the garden and gives you a wonderful place to sit and relax while you're admiring all your beautiful plants and flowers.

Tutorial/Source: dukesandduchesses

9. Upcycled Tire Garden Animals

Okay, I love upcycling old tires. They can be used to make so many wonderful things, including these cute little garden animals. No matter what animal is your favorite, you can likely make it from old tires. From parrots and giraffes to bears and turtles, there is definitely a tire animal in here that will allow you to add a spark of whimsy and color to your yard or garden.

Tutorial/Source: icreativeideas

10. Upcycled Paint Can Fairy Luminary

Fairy gardens are certainly all the rage right now and this upcycled paint can project will help you to get in on the craze. You just create a design in your paint can by poking holes with a nail and then add tealights to light them up at night. The can itself can be designed to look like a fairy house so you get great garden décor as well as a wonderful light for those dark evenings.

Tutorial/Source: thechillydog

11. Repurposed Tire Planter

This old tire gets new life when it is added to a base and filled with beautiful flowers. This is a great upcycling project for old tires and an old table or chair. Paint the tire if you want to give it a newer appearance or you could even wrap it in rope if you prefer a more rustic look. I love the idea of setting it on legs so that it's off the ground and you can use it for all sorts of plants and flowers.

Tutorial/Source: thegreenhousediaries

12. Adorable DIY Golf Ball Ladybugs

Here's another wonderful ladybug idea to add a bit of style to your garden. Take some old golf balls and turn them into adorable little ladybugs. If you don't have any golf balls, you can often find them at yard sales for about a dollar per dozen, so you can create a number of little bugs to give your garden a bit of whimsical style.

Tutorial/Source: diyncrafts

13. Upcycled Soda Can Flowers

If you drink soda and typically don't recycle your cans, why not upcycle them into these amazing garden flowers? These are pretty easy to make, although you do need to cut the tin so it's a project that requires precision and carefulness. The flowers are so colorful and are definitely a great addition to your flower bed or lawn.

Tutorial/Source: plantinghappinessblog

14. Stone Garden Birdhouse

Turn those old garden stones into beautiful birdhouses and hang them throughout your flower bed or lawn. Not only is this a great way to get those stones out of your garden and yard, it's a wonderful way to treat your little birdies to their own beautiful houses. You'll need a wooden birdhouse and then you just glue the stones to the outside, giving them a really unique appearance and giving you a wonderful garden decoration.

Tutorial/Source: empressofdirt

15. Colorful Upcycled Hubcap Flowers

Old hubcaps can often be found at thrift stores and yard sales and they're pretty cheap. You can take them home and turn them into gorgeously colored flowers for your lawn. Just paint them bright colors and then use old wooden stakes or even broken shovel handles to place them in the ground. They're easy to make and so gorgeous when you add a few together.

Tutorial/Source: theweathereddoor

30 Gorgeous Mosaic Projects To Beautify Your Home And Garden

1. Custom Mosaic Address Marker

You can instantly improve the look of your entryway and get a great address marker at the same time with this mosaic project. It's pretty easy and will definitely improve your curb appeal. You can use tiles, broken dishes, or just about any other glass to create it.

Tutorial/Source: blackanddecker

2. DIY Mosaic Tile Backsplash

Turn your kitchen into the most beautiful room in the house when you add this backsplash that is made with the mosaic concept. You can buy tiles in different sizes to create this effect or make your own tiles from broken china and other glassware. I love the mosaic look in the kitchen and this backsplash is definitely worth the effort.

Tutorial/Source: ana-white

3. Beautiful DIY Mosaic Bedside Table

Imagine turning a chair and some broken glass or tiles into a lovely bedside table. You can do this DIY project in less than a day and it will give you the most unique and most beautiful nightstand imaginable. You can also use glass stones or similar items to make it and it's a really easy way to get a nice bedside table.

Tutorial/Source: amazinginteriordesign

4. Upcycled CD Mosaic Birdbath

Turn those old useless CDs into a great birdbath. You just break down the CDs and then put them together mosaic style to create this lovely birdbath. You don't even need an existing birdbath to cover. You can make one from a large plate or shallow bowl and something sturdy for the base.

Tutorial/Source: meandmydiy

5. Easy DIY Mosaic Birdhouse

Turn broken glass or small tiles into a beautiful house for your feathery friends. You just build the mosaic look over an existing birdhouse, which you can pick up at Walmart or any home improvement store for around $10 or less. Or, if you want to be really crafty, you can build the wooden birdhouse yourself and then add your mosaics.

Tutorial/Source: instructables

6. Mosaic Planter Trio

Build a beautiful display for the front porch from some terra cotta pots and broken pieces of glass. You could also use glass stones or small tiles for this project. I love the idea of doing several of these to decorate the porch and give it a great themed look. You can also set them around the house or hang them from the deck.

Tutorial/Source: kenarry

7. DIY Mosaic Garden Chair

Now this project is a bit complicated and time consuming but oh my goodness, how great is this mosaic garden chair? I love the entire look of this and even though it may take some time to create, it would definitely be worth it to walk outside and see this on your patio. I love the thought of sitting in a mosaic chair in the garden and even having a little mosaic side table to sit my ice tea on.

Tutorial/Source: waschbear

8. DIY Mosaic Cinder Block Raised Garden Bed

I adore the idea of building this raised garden bed with cinder blocks. Not that I have never built a raised cinder block garden, but I have certainly never decorated it with mosaics. I love this for flower beds or you could even do a small vegetable garden if you want it to be really fancy. Just build your raised bed and then add your mosaic decorations.

Tutorial/Source: thesurvivalgardener

9. Upcycled Jar Lid Mosaic Cocktail Coasters

Not only are these cocktail coasters beautiful and really easy to make, they're made with upcycled jar lids so you get to turn trash to treasure with this one. The mosaic is really easy to do and when it's finished, you have a set of beautiful coasters that didn't cost anything – depending of course on what supplies you have on hand. These would make excellent gifts!

Tutorial/Source: runningwithsisters

10. Adorable Mosaic Lady Bugs

These little lady bugs are really easy to make and would be the perfect decoration for your garden area. You make the entire thing yourself and then add the mosaic for character. I love these and can imagine that you could create all sorts of little garden creatures like frogs and other bugs if you wanted. The lady bugs may just be my favorite, though.

Tutorial/Source: handmadeidea

11. DIY Mosaic Garden Gazing Ball

I love gazing balls! Seriously, I would have these things all over my yard if I could. That said, I also really love this DIY version that uses mosaics to create a stunning look and it's something that is really easy to put together. You can make several small versions of a gazing ball using Christmas ornaments or go larger with a bowling ball or something similar in size.

Tutorial/Source: hgtv

12. DIY Eggshell Mosaic Picture Frame

This eggshell mosaic picture frame is actually made with eggshells! I love the thought of upcycling eggshells into something so lovely and you don't need a frame either. You make this with cardboard and then cover it with your colored eggshells. To get the look, you just paint dry eggshells in whatever shades you want with acrylic paint. Once the pain has dried, just crack the shells into small pieces and create your design.

Tutorial/Source: instructables

13. Stunning Mosaic Garden Art

Turn all sorts of things into beautiful art for your garden using mosaics. From watering cans to plain bowls or even upcycled tuna cans, you can just cover those items in mosaic and use them to dress up your flower garden. You can use larger items as mosaic planters and create an entire art gallery of your mosaics out on the patio or in the garden.

Tutorial/Source: finegardening

14. Mason Jar Mosaic Backsplash

Here's another beautiful backsplash that has been created using the mosaic technique. This one however, is made from broken mason jars, or any old jars that you may have on hand. Talk about turning trash into treasure! This would be so beautiful in the bathroom or you could do it in the kitchen as well. What a wonderful way to upcycle empty food jars and turn them into something spectacular!

Tutorial/Source: realitydaydream

15. Mosaic Mason Jar Craft

Turn an ordinary mason jar – or any empty jar for that matter – into a beautiful display for flowers or anything else when you add mosaics. You just use a strong adhesive to glue your mosaic glass pieces onto the jars. When they are dry, they make beautiful candles. Just add a tealight or taper candle, depending on the size of your jar, and you'll get a nice glow around those mosaic pieces.

Tutorial/Source: masonjarcraftslove

20 Fantastic Lamp Repurposing Ideas To Add Style To Your Home And Garden

1. Floor Lamp Patio Planter

A floor lamp and a hanging basket can be put together to create the perfect patio planter. Just paint your lamp base and then add an inexpensive hanging basket to get this look. Add your plants of choice and enjoy this beautiful creation – you can even use it for all seasons depending on the plants that you put in it.

Tutorial/Source: hometalk

2. Repurposed Lamp Base Finial

I love finials for general decorating. They just add such a nice touch to just about anything. You can make a finial easily from an old wooden lamp base and add charm to any table or mantel. Just remove the lamp part and then paint the base and you're all done. You don't even have to have a lamp on hand. You can normally pick them up at thrift stores for under $5.

Tutorial/Source: modvintagelife

3. DIY Adjustable Lamp Planter

This one is a bit different than traditional lamps. This planter is made from an old adjustable lamp and it's perfect for adding a bit of contemporary charm to any room. All you do is remove the bulb and the lamp hardware from inside the floor lamp and then find a plant that will fit nicely into that spot.

Tutorial/Source: apartmenttherapy

4. Repurposed Lamp Cake Plate

That old lamp base and an old china plate can be put together to create this gorgeous cake plate. Just remove the bulb section of the lamp along with the wiring and attach the plate to the top. You'll end up with a very elegant and very simple to make cake stand that will beautifully display all of those yummy baked goods you want to create.

Tutorial/Source: allthingsnewagain

5. DIY Lamp Birdbath

An old lamp base and a dish can also be turned into a really elegant DIY birdbath. You just remove the hardware and wiring and then attach a small plate or bowl to the top of the lamp base for the birds. You could use a wood or metal lamp for this – just whatever you have to work with and it will create a stunning birdbath for your lawn or garden area.

Tutorial/Source: blogher

6. Repurposed Table Lamp Candlesticks

I love these old lamps turned elegant candlesticks. You can normally get an old lamp for just a couple of dollars at thrift stores, so these are actually really cheap candlesticks. Just remove the cord and paint. You don't even have to remove the bulb part – the candles will fit perfectly into the slots where the bulbs go.

Tutorial/Source: shabbychicinspired

7. DIY Citronella Firepot

Turn that old lamp base into a great citronella burner to keep the bugs off you when you're outdoors this summer. Refinish your lamp base however you want and then add a copper bowl to hold your fire and citronella. This is a beautiful firepot and will look amazing on your patio or deck this summer.

Tutorial/Source: hometalk

8. Repurposed Lamp Base And Chicken Wire Dress Form

An old lamp base can be made into a vintage looking dress form when you add chicken wire and a hanger. This is a stunning project and it's not terribly difficult to pull off. I love the entire look of this. It would be perfect for a craft room or office or even in the bedroom to hang and organize various things.

Tutorial/Source: junkchiccottage

9. Old Lamp Turned Fountain

You can also turn those old lamp bases into beautiful garden fountains with just a bit of work and a few additional supplies. You'll need glass bowls that you attach together onto the lamp base and then of course a fountain pump of some sort. What a beautiful way to repurpose an otherwise useless lamp.

10. Repurposed Lampshade Garden Trellis

When you're deciding what to do with those old lamps, you may also have to choose a project for your old lampshades. If you remove the fabric cover, you can set that lampshade in the garden and use it as a trellis for all sorts of flowers and climbing veggies. Many plants will even grow tall enough to hide your trellis and it offers great support for the vines.

Tutorial/Source: kovels

80 Beautifully Vibrant Floral Decor Ideas To Celebrate Summer

1. DIY Pool Noodle Wreath

Pool noodles are great for so many reasons. They're really versatile and they're really cheap. You can get them at the Dollar Store for a dollar each, and then use one to make this amazing wreath for your summer decorating. Just roll the pool noodle into a circle, tape it together and then decorate it however you want. You can even cut additional noodles to make various shapes on your wreath.

Source/Tutorial: missiontosave

2. Fresh Summer Flower Garland

If you grow your own flowers, you can take cuts of those and create this stunning fresh flower garland to add summer charm to any area of your home. If you don't grow your own flowers, stop by the grocery store or farmer's market and pick up a few flowers or you could use silk flowers if you want the garland to last for several years. It's pretty easy to put together and instantly adds summertime charm.

Source/Tutorial: ohjoy

3. Colorful Summer Grapevine Wreath

Turn your front door into a beautiful display of summer with this gorgeous wreath. The best thing about this one is that it takes only a few minutes to put together. You'll need a grapevine wreath form and then some canvas flowers which you can buy or make yourself. Add moss ribbon and some glitter and you've got a beautiful display that will only take you about an hour to complete.

Source/Tutorial: aglimpseinsideblog

4. Summer Flower Chalkboard Crates

These chalkboard crates are perfect for any time of the year and when you add summer flowers, they're even better. You can make whatever message you want and then add your favorite summer plants. Put them out on the porch as a welcome to your guests or you could just as easily move them inside if you want to decorate your counter or table.

Source/Tutorial: savedbylovecreations

5. Painted Wine Bottle Vases

You can instantly add summer floral beauty to any room when you just put your chosen flowers in a vase. These painted wine bottle vases also have a great beach theme so they're perfect for adding summer charm – what says summer more than the beach? You can do these yourself, or just check out these that I found on Etsy. They're under $10 each and so gorgeous!

Source/Tutorial: metsy.com

6. Billy Ball Floral Stems

For those of you who are allergic to flowers, these DIY Billy ball floral stems are the perfect way to add some summer décor, without the allergies. You make these from foam balls and they are great for adding to any vase or centerpiece. They'll give you that summer flower look without worries of pollen or other allergens, and they're really easy to make.

Source/Tutorial: thecraftedsparrow

7. DIY Summer Floral Chandelier

This summer chandelier is beautiful and it's really easy to put together. No matter what size or style of chandelier you have, you can easily turn it into this beautiful summertime flower display. You'll need floral wire and a selection of greenery and silk or fresh flowers. You create a swag of flowers and then just tuck it up around your chandelier.

Source/Tutorial: sugarandcloth

8. Easy DIY Summer Plank Wreath

I love decorating with beach themes during summer but that doesn't mean that I don't also incorporate flowers wherever I can. I adore this plank wreath, which is pretty easy to make and has a wonderful nautical theme with flip flops, rope and anchors. You can also add in a few flowers to make it even lovelier. Choose flowers that you would see at the beach or anything that you have in your yard to give it a nice floral touch.

Source/Tutorial: chasethestar

9. Festive Paper Flower Summer Wreath

You don't necessarily have to use fresh or silk flowers to get a great floral effect. You can also make your flowers out of paper or just cut out silhouettes to add décor. This wreath is a great example, and it's one of the easiest to make. The flowers on this one are made from doilies, which are really inexpensive. The entire thing could cost you less than $5, depending on where you find your supplies.

Source/Tutorial: clumsycrafter

10. Colorful Colander Hanging Planters

An old metal colander painted a bright yellow, or any other summer-ish color you want, is perfect for adding a bit of floral charm to your home or porch. Once your colander paint has dried, just use it as a planter to add your favorite summer flowers. You can hang these inside or out and they're the perfect way to add a bit of floral charm.

Source/Tutorial: countryliving

11. Easy Summer Bicycle Wreath

Nothing says summer more than a bicycle, right? That's why I love this bicycle wreath. It's so warm and welcoming and also gives you the perfect opportunity to show off some of your favorite flowers. Just tuck a few blooms into the bicycle basket or you could place them strategically around the wreath form to add even more floral charm.

Source/Tutorial: craft-o-maniac

12. Summer Bloom Wooden Sign

Wooden signs are wonderful for decorating and this one has lovely summer flowers on it, making it perfect for summer decorating. The sign itself has a great rustic appeal and the flowers are bright and cheery, just perfect for summer. You can get this one on Etsy for under $40 if you don't want to make it yourself.

Source/Tutorial: etsy.com

13. Easy Summer Daisy Wreath

You could also choose fabric with a summery print, but I'm sort of partial to the bandana. Plus, it's an easy and really quick way to add a nice summer wreath to the front door.

Source/Tutorial: cupcake-n-bake

14. Summery Flower Curtain Tiebacks

On this one, you can use lace to create your flowers or use actual flowers if you prefer. These tiebacks are so very easy to make and will instantly perk up the room and give it a nice warm summery appeal. If you're using lace or another fabric, you just create the flower by layering it and hot glue in between layers. It's so easy and won't take you longer than half an hour to complete a set or two.

Source/Tutorial: ohsoamelia

15. Easy DIY Centerpiece

This centerpiece idea is gorgeous and so very easy to put together. You just need a wire basket of some sort, a few glass vases or bottles and your chosen flowers. Again, daisies are so perfect for summer but you could use any brightly colored flower. This has such a wonderful farmhouse appeal to it and would be perfect for the dining room table.

Source/Tutorial: u-createcrafts

16. Hand Painted Daisy Mason Jars

What better way to add some summer charm than with mason jars? And if those mason jars just happen to have daisies painted on them, well that's even better. These are really easy to do and will give you that great farmhouse look if that's what you're after. Mason jar projects are my favorite and this one is definitely at the top of my list.

Source/Tutorial: masonjarcraftslove

17. DIY Clay Flowers

If you don't have any real flowers, or just prefer not to decorate with them, you can easily make these DIY clay flowers and use them for all of your summer decorating. Incidentally, this is a great project for kids, as well. Choose clay in bright colors and create whatever flowers you want. Then use your clay flowers for wreaths, centerpieces, to decorate picture frames or whatever you want.

Source/Tutorial: savedbylovecreations

18. Summer Perfect DIY Glitter Vases

How you display your flowers is important if you want to bring some of that summer beauty indoors. These DIY glitter vases are so very easy to create and give you the perfect place for all of those summer blooms. You start with plain glass vases, or bottles, and then Mod Podge to give them glittery appeal. These are also great for wedding décor!

Source/Tutorial: thesweetestoccasion

19. Summery Flower Pillow

Adding throw pillows to your couch, chairs or even patio furniture is a wonderful way to change your décor just a bit and add splashes of color. When those pillows have beautiful summer flowers on them, you can instantly bring a bit of summer into your home. I love this pillow I found on Etsy that has loads of summer roses on it. It's handmade and under $40 and would be the perfect touch of summer for your couch or loveseat.

Source/Tutorial: etsy.com

20. Paper Mache Floral Letters

These paper mache floral letters are perfect as a table decoration or they can grace the mantel as well. Paper mache is always such a fun project and these letters are so gorgeous. I think a monogram type letter would be great for the mantel or you could create any number of messages for your tables. These would also be wonderful wedding table decorations.

Source/Tutorial: vickyb

21. Rope Wrapped Summer Centerpiece

I love wrapping vases and jars in rope. They make such gorgeous centerpieces and when you add a few summer blooms, they're even more gorgeous. This one is so easy and won't take you more than 15 minutes to complete. Just wrap rope around your chosen vessel, hot gluing it as you go so that it stays securely in place. Then add your favorite flowers and you've got a summery bouquet that's perfect for the dining room table.

Source/Tutorial: bridalguide

22. Easy DIY Succulent Centerpiece

Succulents are great for decorating and they're so versatile and easy to maintain. You can turn any ordinary jar or bottle into a great summer centerpiece by just adding a few succulents. Put several containers on a tray and load them with succulents for a great centerpiece for the dining room or patio table. You can also alternate your succulents with smaller blooms from your flower garden.

Source/Tutorial: creativejewishmom

23. Summery Baby's Breath Flower Arrangement

Baby's breath is used to create such beautiful flower arrangements, particularly for weddings. You can also use it all on its own to create a stunning summer arrangement for weddings or home décor. Just add your baby's breath to a mason jar and maybe even embellish the jar with burlap or twine.

Source/Tutorial: weddingchicks

24. Numbered Floral Centerpiece

This one is really for weddings – to number the tables at the reception – but I think it would work just as well for home décor. You could do your house numbers in this style to dress up your front porch or deck. All you really have to do is choose a potted flower and then add your number to it. Larger plants work beautifully on the porch or deck to add summer beauty and display those house numbers at the same time.

Source/Tutorial: somethingturquoise

25. Easy DIY Dried Flower Candles

You can create stunning candles by sticking dried flowers to them and then dipping them in clear wax. This is a great way to get those blooms inside without actually having to worry about keeping live plants healthy. Plus, you can display your flower candles in any number of candlestick or jar options and have them all over the house.

Source/Tutorial: countryliving

26. Quick Mason Jar Centerpiece

Again, mason jars are wonderful and they give you so many options for displaying your favorite summer blooms. This centerpiece in particular shouldn't take you more than a few minutes to create. Just paint the mason jar a bright color – yellow is perfect for summer – and then add embellishment with burlap or fabric tied on with twine. Pop in your daisies or other summer flowers and you're all set.

Source/Tutorial: littlebirdiesecrets

27. Floating Paper Flower Wreath

A few paper roses and some string or twine are all you need to create these lovely paper flower wreaths that seem to float above your vases. Just tie the flowers all together with your twine and then center the wreath over a mason jar or other vase. It will look like it's floating and instantly give your home a summer pick me up.

Source/Tutorial: onehandspunday

28. DIY Summer Floral Art

Whether you use real or silk flowers, this DIY summer floral art is perfect for bringing a bit of summer into your home. I love the gold frame, although white would also look beautiful. Just tie your flowers with thread and hang them down through the frame's opening. You can hang this one the wall or display it using a picture easel.

Source/Tutorial: melyssagriffin

29. Summer Floral Garland And Welcome Banner

You can add instant charm to your front porch or entry with this floral banner that also serves as a welcome sign. If you want it indoors and don't really want the welcome message, just don't do that part. The floral garland itself is stunning and will really give you some summery blooms to decorate any doorway or window.

Source/Tutorial: ohhappyday

30. 10 Minute Floral Halo

So, this quick and easy floral halo is meant to be worn, but I thought it would also make a beautiful decoration. You can use it to surround larger candles or vases on the coffee table or just hang it on the wall by itself. It's pretty easy to make and simply screams summer. And, since it doesn't take long, you could do several of these and have matching floral rings for centerpiece candles.

Source/Tutorial: stylemepretty

31. DIY Floral Hanging Frame

Here's another great frame idea for displaying your pictures and adding a bit of flora to your home this summer. You can get a wire frame with hanger at any craft store, or fashion one yourself from an embroidery hoop and some chicken wire. Then, add your pictures and whatever silk or fresh flowers you want to adorn it and hang it up!

Source/Tutorial: diycandy

32. Fresh Or Silk Flower Napkin Rings

If you have a special occasion coming up, I would suggest using fresh flowers for these easy to make napkin rings. Of course, silk will last much longer so if you're just looking to add some summer charm to the dining room, I would use silk so that they last all season. You just glue or sew the flowers onto elastic ponytail holders and you're all set.

Source/Tutorial: countryliving

33. Beauty And The Beast Inspired Flower Cloche

You don't have to use a red rose to create your very own Beauty and the Beast flower cloche. You can use any summer flower that you have. Day lilies work wonderfully for this or you could use daisies or even sunflowers if that's what you prefer. It's a beautiful statement piece that can serve as a table or mantel decoration or even a centerpiece – and it's perfect for little girls' summer birthday parties!

Source/Tutorial: thehousethatlarsbuilt

34. Flower String Wall Hanging

This garland like hanging allows you to display different types of flowers and would be perfect for adding a little summer flora to the kitchen. Just choose your flowers and string them together in different sections. Then string all your sections onto twine, burlap, string or even a branch from the yard to create a hanging display that adds instant summer charm.

Source/Tutorial: thekitchykitchen

35. DIY Flower Petal Stained Glass

I really love these stained glass panels and they're perfect for adding some floral décor to your home. You actually press your flowers onto transparent contact paper, which makes them very flexible. You can use them to dress up your front door, windows, or even various picture frames around your house. This is pretty easy to do and lets you add all sorts of flowers throughout your home.

Source/Tutorial: artfulparent

36. Upcycled Tissue Box Flower Vase

How creative is this upcycled tissue box vase? I love that it's an upcycling project and that it creates such a beautiful vase for displaying your summer blooms. It's covered in newspapers and Mod Podge, although you could also do pictures of various flowers if you really want to add some flora. It's rather long too so it makes the perfect centerpiece for the dining room or kitchen table.

Source/Tutorial: cremedelacraft

37. Flowery Flip Flop Summer Wreath

I love this summer wreath that incorporates flip flops and flowers! It just screams warm weather and it's so easy to make. You can start with a wreath form or make your own from a pool noodle. Then cover with summery fabric and add some cheap flip flops and a few real or silk flowers to give it that great summer look. This entire project is so easy and depending on the wreath form you use, can be done for around $5 or so.

Source/Tutorial: foxhollowcottage

38. Farmhouse Style Metal Cup Vase

A metal cup or mug is perfect for creating a great farmhouse flower display. You can often find these old metal cups at thrift stores and flea markets for a dollar or so each. Then, use them to create a nice little floral display for the coffee table or dining room. This one is really easy and can be completely customized depending on the types of flowers that you want to show off.

Source/Tutorial: onecharmingparty

39. Gorgeous DIY Mason Jar Centerpiece With Ranunculus

Ranunculus has a beautiful yellow color that is perfect for summer. This mason jar centerpiece is also perfect, mostly because it's made from a mason jar but equally so because of the color and style. Wrap your mason jar in craft paper and then use twine or burlap to accent the center. You can spray paint the jar and even add different colors of other flowers to give it a nice rounded look.

Source/Tutorial: emmalinebride

40. Easy Hanging Flowers

What better way to decorate any room than to simply hang flowers? And by hang flowers, I mean hanging them from the ceiling. Use those longer stemmed flowers to create a summer haven in any room when you hang them from the ceiling. This is perfect for summer party decorating or to just add a little floral flair to your home this season.

Source/Tutorial: sugarandcloth