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
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