Discover 35+ DIY ideas using repurposed items for garden and yard art—creative, budget-friendly ways to add charm to your outdoor space!

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Repurposed Items for Garden
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!
Repurposed Items for Garden and Yard Art DIY Ideas
Get inspired by this creative collection of garden and yard art DIY projects.
Teacup and Candleholder Repurpose Idea
Make a beautiful vintage style bird feeder using teacups and a repurposed candle holder.
Yellow Garden Chair Planter
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!
Rainbow Flower Stepping Stones
Amber from Amber Oliver DIY shows us how to make colorful garden stepping stones.
Outdoor Garden Decor
Here is a fun idea for an outdoor piece of art. This makes a great statement piece that is so unique.
Vintage Metal Lunchbox Planter
Carlene from Organized Clutter has so many creative ideas for garden decor using upcycled pieces. This metal lunchbox planter is a favorite!
Vintage Wagon Garden Planter
Can you believe this wagon garden planter can be finished in just 30 minutes?
DIY Moss Garden Wall Art
I stepped out of my comfort zone and made pretty moss art using bits of nature including tree bark.
Make An Adorable DIY Fairy Garden
Fairy gardens make a really cute addition to any garden or yard.
Pretty Vintage Bicycle Upcycle
Suzanne from Shop at Blue upcycled a vintage bicycle with pretty purple paint. It's so fun!
DIY Wine Bottle Tiki Torches And Solar Lights
Use leftover wine bottles to make solar lights and tiki torches perfect for outdoor entertaining.
DIY Chandelier Garden Planter
Repurpose an old candle holder into a lovely piece of garden decor using dollar store solar lights.
Colorful Garden Decor from Round Plastic Trays
These colorful flowers are just adorable and such a great way to update a fence or other outdoor spaces.
DIY Solar Light Garden Post
Here is an inexpensive solar light garden post that you can add your house number to and also hang flowers on.
Cute Painted Bumble Bee Rocks
Bumble bee decor is all the rage! Easily make cute bee painted rocks that the kids can make too!
Old File Cabinet Planter
Learn how to repurpose an old file cabinet into a modern planter with this DIY tutorial.
Birdhouse Planter: Easy DIY Planter Box
Here is a simple tutorial for a birdhouse planter box. Love this project!
Flower Pot Gnome DIY
If you are a gnome fan you don't want to miss this adorable flower pot gnome!
Mosaic Birdbath DIY
Learn how to make a gorgeous mosaic birdbath using this step-by-step tutorial.
Colorful DIY Gourd Birdhouses
Learn how to make a colorful DIY gourd birdhouse that will look so pretty hung from a tree.
Repurposed Seed Spreader Garden Planter
I'm loving this repurposed seed spreader. It adds so much interest to a yard.
Repurposed Bathroom Sink Planter
What a unique way to repurpose an old sink!
Cork Garden Markers
Upcycle wine corks to make garden markers for your plants.
Teacup Garden Stake
Here is a great idea for garden decor. This adorable teacup garden stake is simple to make and so pretty.
DIY Garden Sign Idea
An easy way to add a custom touch to a garden is to make a personalized wall sign.
DIY Wind Chimes with Sea Glass
Follow this step-by-step tutorial to make beautiful sea glass wind chimes.
DIY Garden Fountain
A water feature makes a great addition to a porch, patio or backyard.
Beaded Wind Chime
Use colorful beads and a wood slice to create a pretty wind chime.
DIY Bird Feeder with Thrift Store Finds
Inexpensive thrift store finds make a unique bird feeder.
Kid Made Garden Flags For Outdoor Decor
Create a colorful garden flag for a great way to get the kids involved with a craft project.
Create Magical DIY Sparkling Bottles
Repurpose wine bottles to make beautiful sparkling bottles that will look great on a patio table.
Easy DIY Garden Stepping Stones
Stepping stones make a beautiful addition to any yard or garden.
Terra Cotta Garden Mushrooms
Follow this easy tutorial to make whimsical garden mushrooms using terra cotta pots.
Beaded Turtle Home Decor
Add a sweet beaded turtle to your garden with this easy DIY.
Caterpillar Garden Stone
Kids will get a kick out of making tis caterpillar garden stone decor.
Welcome Garden Flag DIY
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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