20 DIY Garden Projects Anyone Can Make

How to Build and Install Raised Garden Beds

For the experienced gardener or the novice, raised garden beds take the hassle out of horticulture. Here are tips on planning, building, protecting and irrigating raised bed gardens Source: popularmechanics.com

Pallet Wood Garden Walkway

Creating a pallet wood garden walkway is super simple and is a simple way to make a path in your garden. Source: funkyjunkinteriors.net

How to Build a Tree Bench

Build a Custom Bench around a Tree to Gain Sitting Space and Garden Interest while Protecting the Tree. Source: thisoldhouse.com

DIY Porch Swing (Free Templates!)

This might seem like a big project, but it is actually very simple and doable even for a beginner. Source: instructables.com

DIY Ways To Hide Your Air Conditioner Unit

Your AC unit, a necessity in most homes. It’s that big, ugly box that sits outside your house, sticking out amidst the beautiful landscaping you’ve worked so hard to create and maintain. You can’t change the face of your exterior air conditioning unit, but you can disguise it!. Source: hvac.com

DIY Hanging bird bath

This DIY project is for the love of birds! A hanging bird bath is a sweet spot for the birds to take a dip and it looks pretty in the garden!. Source: myhouseandhome.squarespace.com

How to build a rain water barrel

Rain barrels are a great way to save water and money — and making a DIY rain barrel helps you save even more! Make your own today. Source: instructables.com

DIY garden bench

It’s made using simple painted cinder blocks and 4×4 pieces of lumber bought at Lowes or the Home Depot.  Source: grosgrainfab.com

Log Planter

Logs absorb water and can help feed your flowers. They are also a natural part of the ecosystem. This ensures that when you are done with your planter, you won’t be contributing to a landfill. You can even use your planter for future compost!. Source: hallmarkchannel.com

DIY outdoor shower

This weekend project has three basic parts: two wing walls and a center pole with the plumbing attached. All materials are available at the Home Depot. Source: sunset.com

DIY Pathway

Among the most popular choices for materials are the paver stones, bricks and some prefer a mixed material pathway, mixing gravel and stone. Source: outdoortheme.com

DIY Fence Table

If you are in need for outdoor table but one that can be folded away when finished this is the project for you. Source: sensiblysara.com

Hay Bale Cold Frame

Hay bale cold frames are an easy option that require no building skills.  They can be made to fit any size area.  All you need are the appropriate number of hay bales and enough clear plastic or recycled windows* to cover the surface area of your hay bale frame. Source: highmowingseeds.com

DIY Vertical Flower Bed

If you have limited space but still wont to have a flower then this this verticle flower bed is a great option. Source: theidearoom.net

Topsy Turvy Flower Planter

The season of gardening and flowers is upon us! Looking for a striking DIY garden project that you can whip up in an afternoon? Add some height and visual drama to your landscape with this easy-peasy, topsy-turvy planter. Source: weheartthis.com

Pallet-able Patio: Cheap Chic Cocktail Table

Creating an outdoor space that you love to visit makes all the difference.  Today we tackle a table that just about anybody and make. Source: todaysnest.com

Recycled Tires Pond

I think you agree that there should be at least a little pond in each garden, arranged with our favorite flowers and possibly other plants so that we could sit beside and read a good book during hot summer days. Source: handimania.com

Outdoor Glass Hanging Lights

I saw these DIY globe lights, I knew I had to make one.  Since Lowes is so close, back I went to buy a glass globe. They had one left so I think I am not the only one who loved this project idea. Source: inmyownstyle.com

DIY: Wine Bottle Tiki Torches

You can add some Tiki-esque torches to your patio to combat mosquitos, as well as provide some ambiance in the evenings. Source: designsponge.com

Umbrella Stand Tutorial

I have been so frustrated with umbrella stands in the past.  They always seem to lose their ability to hold the umbrella firm after a period of time and a good one costs a pretty penny. Source: thesoutherninstitute.com