These 35 fun and imaginative yard art DIY projects are a great way to add a unique touch to your outdoor space.
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Garden Art Projects
Adding handmade decor to your yard is such a good way to make your space warm and welcoming.
The great thing about these garden and yard art DIY ideas is just about all of them can be used in large and small spaces.
I have a small balcony and am looking forward to making a few of these for my home!
From charming rock animals to vibrant stepping stones and pretty wind chimes, each project includes simple step-by-step instructions so you can make your own.
DIY Yard Art Common Materials
There is so much variety included in this collection of outdoor projects. But, I wanted to make it easier for you by including some of the most common supplies needed for these projects.
You can easily find most of these at hardware stores, craft stores or even the dollar store.
Also, before you buy new, a great way to keep costs down is to use repurposed materials like old tires for a colorful tire planter and natural materials like an old tree stump used as a yard planter!
Another idea is to include a water feature in your flower bed or flower gardens. It’s a fun way to create a focal point in your yard.
Shop thrift stores, flea markets and yard sales. With a little bit of imagination you can create works of art like front porch mosaic flower pots, metal flowers on bamboo stakes and more!
- Acrylic Paints
- Spray Paint or other outdoor paint
- Shepherd’s Hook
- Terra Cotta Pots in a variety of sizes
- Solar Lights
- Garden Orbs
- Garden Markers – see my DIY plant labels
- Glass Beads
Now let’s check out these creative garden art projects to add a bit of personality and charm to your yard. Enjoy!
Yard Art DIY Ideas
Get inspired by this creative collection of garden and yard art DIY projects.
Make a beautiful vintage style bird feeder using teacups and a repurposed candle holder.
Add a bold pop of color to your yard that makes the perfect garden planter. You can find single chairs at thrift stores for cheap!
Amber from Amber Oliver DIY shows us how to make colorful garden stepping stones.
Here is a fun idea for an outdoor piece of art. This makes a great statement piece that is so unique.
Carlene from Organized Clutter has so many creative ideas for garden decor using upcycled pieces. This metal lunchbox planter is a favorite!
Can you believe this wagon garden planter can be finished in just 30 minutes?
I stepped out of my comfort zone and made pretty moss art using bits of nature including tree bark.
Fairy gardens make a really cute addition to any garden or yard.
Suzanne from Shop at Blue upcycled a vintage bicycle with pretty purple paint. It's so fun!
Use leftover wine bottles to make solar lights and tiki torches perfect for outdoor entertaining.
Repurpose an old candle holder into a lovely piece of garden decor using dollar store solar lights.
These colorful flowers are just adorable and such a great way to update a fence or other outdoor spaces.
Here is an inexpensive solar light garden post that you can add your house number to and also hang flowers on.
Bumble bee decor is all the rage! Easily make cute bee painted rocks that the kids can make too!
Learn how to repurpose an old file cabinet into a modern planter with this DIY tutorial.
Here is a simple tutorial for a birdhouse planter box. Love this project!
If you are a gnome fan you don't want to miss this adorable flower pot gnome!
Learn how to make a gorgeous mosaic birdbath using this step-by-step tutorial.
Learn how to make a colorful DIY gourd birdhouse that will look so pretty hung from a tree.
I'm loving this repurposed seed spreader. It adds so much interest to a yard.
What a unique way to repurpose an old sink!
Upcycle wine corks to make garden markers for your plants.
Here is a great idea for garden decor. This adorable teacup garden stake is simple to make and so pretty.
An easy way to add a custom touch to a garden is to make a personalized wall sign.
Follow this step-by-step tutorial to make beautiful sea glass wind chimes.
A water feature makes a great addition to a porch, patio or backyard.
Use colorful beads and a wood slice to create a pretty wind chime.
Inexpensive thrift store finds make a unique bird feeder.
Create a colorful garden flag for a great way to get the kids involved with a craft project.
Repurpose wine bottles to make beautiful sparkling bottles that will look great on a patio table.
Stepping stones make a beautiful addition to any yard or garden.
These clay garden stakes are just darling!
Follow this easy tutorial to make whimsical garden mushrooms using terra cotta pots.
Add a sweet beaded turtle to your garden with this easy DIY.
Kids will get a kick out of making tis caterpillar garden stone decor.
Learn how to make your own magical castle garden flag for a great way to welcome friends and family.
What do you think of these fun yard art ideas? Are you planning on making one (or two) for your outdoor space?
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Thanks for stopping by. Happy gardening!
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