1. Build a DIY Window Box
Why spend all that money on window boxes when they're not difficult to make? These pretty boxes offer a simple, elegant look for any style house.
Heat things up this summer with a fire pit—either one you DIY or purchase. And don't forget to stock up on tons of s'mores fixings!
When it comes to lounging around, there's no better place to do it than in an Adirondack chair. That might be why we instantly equate the timeless accessory with summertime. Fill your patio or backyard up with multiple chairs, add some cozy blankets, and you'll be crowned the hostess of the year in no time.
Set up shop in the backyard, whether for sunbathing or an outdoor movie party, while cozied up against one of these handmade chairs.
Who says dining al fresco has to be all hot dogs and potato salad? Channel your inner royalty and serve a formal tea worthy of the Queen. Bring out the linens and vintage china, because what are you saving it for?
No need to splurge on a pricey French-style backyard bench when you can easily craft your own. Scout out two identical chairs (the prettier, the better!) from thrift stores, remove the seats and replace with a handmade rectangular base.
Has anything ever sounded more divine than an afternoon nap in the beauty of the outdoors? Make this pallet swing bed, and dream on!
Meet the most organized DIY storage unit ever. With more than enough room for outdoor treats and summer beverages, you have no excuse to not take advantage of your backyard space. It can even double as a potting bench!
Just like anything else around the house, worn, dated outdoor lights don't make your yard feel homey. If it's been a while since you upgraded your outdoor fixtures, it's probably time for an update!
The stock tank pool is the perfect way to cool off without the sweat (and expense) of an in-ground pool installation.
For those who would rather enjoy the backyard from a higher altitude, Treehouse Supplies offers easy building plans and materials. Come on, you know you want one!
Two metal trash cans and an old door make an inexpensive but totally functional (and adorable!) potting station.
A pretty pergola seems like an expensive endeavor, but you can easily build one on a budget. This idea can be adapted to any size space.
A pretty gazebo purchased from a home store and updated thrift store furniture makes this cozy patio lounge. And how cute is that coffee table made from a galvanized tub and a wire spool?
A sandbox is a great place for kids of all ages to play. You can make one inexpensively with basic supplies from the hardware store!
Even if your thumbs aren't the greenest, herbs are super-easy to grow. Plant in pots or section off a part of a planting bed to grow easy care perennial herbs such as oregano, thyme and chives, which will come back year after year.
Think twice before tossing that empty wine bottle! Instead, repurpose it in the cutest bird feeder.
You need this charming garden playhouse, no matter what your age!
Convert leftover pallet wood into a cozy sofa, where you can sip your morning coffee or enjoy an evening cocktail.
Utilize reclaimed wood to build a rustic wooden walkway. You can use it to link two areas of your backyard or add some character to a quiet corner.
Create an elegant picnic or party area in your backyard by hanging fabric banners and vintage curtains from sturdy tree branches. So pretty and romantic!
Let these easy-to-make lanterns cast a soft glow by hanging them from tree branches or lining porch railing.
Add a piece of DIY decor to your garden or backyard with this fountain made from an old tea kettle and whiskey barrel.
Why can't storage be cute? Stash your tools in this tiny shed, using a repurposed old door.
Create an intimate tented space with bamboo poles secured in planters. Surround poles with bricks or rocks to stabilize; top with moss or pea gravel.