Looking for some projects to keep you busy this summer? Or maybe you're just tired of seeing your ugly back yard and want to do something about it. I've got you covered with these 48 projects that will transform your yard into a beautiful space that your entire family will enjoy spending time in.
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Diy fire pit surrounded by swings. via - That Oregon Life
Build an outdoor cabana lounge. via - Jamie Costiglio
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Outdoor convertible coffee table and bench. via - Handmade Haven
Large outdoor table and seating from logs. source unknown
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Build your own outdoor kitchen. via - The Owner Builder Network
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An entertaining outdoor bar that can also be used as a potting bench or BBQ prep station. via - Build Something
Add illuminating planters to light up your patio or use them to line a pathway. I could not find the original source to this photo but you can achieve the same look by painting a large planter with glow in the dark spray paint (purchase some here) or you can purchase illuminating planters (find some here).
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Plant giant allium flowers to create a fun conversation piece. Doesn't this look like something straight out of a Dr. Seuss book? So fun!! (Get giant allium seeds here)
Wrap your trees in Christmas lights. Tip* Wait until a day or two after Christmas, when all the holiday items go on sale. You can find them at 50% off or more!! (no source found)
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Build a cozy hideaway for the kiddos. Any kid would love to have a treehouse, but if you don't have trees then this is the next best thing. Find more info at The Handmade Home
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Use rope lighting to line your pathways. (Find rope lighting here)
Build your own beautiful pergola. This tutorial from The Created Home shows you how!! I love the lights, curtains, and that beautiful chandelier that they added to it.
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Create your own magical fairy garden! I love this idea and plan on creating one very soon with my girls. This one from Pahl's Market is beautiful but you can make your own as large or as small as you want.
Attach a solar light to a lamp for a fun lighting feature. Houzz
Tree Bench - This Old House
Concrete Fire Pit - eHow
Foot Washing Station - Sisterhood Of Sensible Moms
Outdoor Storage Bench Tutorial. I love that this bench is built to fit large tubs. The tubs will keep the contents dry as well as keep insects and other pests out of your stuff.
See the full tutorial at Our Hand Crafted Life
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DIY Under-Eaves Storage Locker. This storage idea offers tons of room inside but since it is only 15 1/2 inches deep it can fit in even the smallest yard.
See the full tutorial at Sunset
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How to Build a Bench With Hidden Storage. The bottom of this bench is made with wire mesh which will provide lots of airflow allowing items to dry out better. This is great if you are using it to store wet items such as a garden hose pool toys, or wet rain boots. See the full tutorial at This Old House
Wire Shelves and Plastic Bins. This DIY storage idea is super simple and inexpensive. Simple wire shelves and plastic bins can be found at your local dollar store, Walmart, or target. Or you can purchase them online here; Wire Shelves, Plastic bins. If you don't have a covered area to set your shelves under, be sure to drill holes in the bottom of your bins to allow rainwater to drain out. Source Unknown
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Under Deck Storage. If you have a deck that is a couple feet or more off the ground, don't let the space underneath go to waste. Remove a few boards and build a functioning door to access the area and put it to good use. We did this to our deck a few years back and used the space to store a kiddy pool (for our dog), flowerpots, tomato cages, and a few garden tools. See the full tutorial at Decks.comp
Dresser on the Porch. Using furniture on your porch that's meant for indoors is such a brilliant idea as long as its in a protected area where it won't get rained on or exposed to too much sun. I have a dresser on our porch that holds many of the kid's outdoor toys, and a few small garden tools. Photo from Liz Marie Blog
Hang string lights from a watering can. Style Room
Desert steel saguaro cactus torch. Amazon
Line your fence line with Christmas lights. no source found
Create a magical path using glow in the dark rocks. You can buy them on Amazon here or create your own by spraying regular rocks with glow in the dark spray paint.
Coffee can lanterns. Design Sponge
Make this DIY solar chandelier. Hometalk
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Create a faux fire pit using logs and fairy lights. no source found
Make your own bottle torches using recycled bottles. Design Sponge
Light up your porch with hanging jar lanterns. Crafty Nest
Create your own glowing garden orbs with globe glass shades (find inexpensive ones at yard sales or follow the link to buy some on amazon.) and Christmas lights. The Art of Doing Stuff
Add brick-sized solar pavers to your patio or walkway. Amazon
Light up your yard by attaching solar lights to your fence. no source found
Use tuna cans and recycled vases to make your own lanterns. In My Own Style
Illuminate your vegetable garden or flower bed with these solar-powered landscape borders. Amazon
Outdoor storage box (via - Sand & Sisal)
Patio table with built-in ice boxes (via - Remodelaholic)
Outdoor chaise lounge (via - Build Something)
Double chair bench with a table (via - My Outdoor Plans)
Circle bench around a fire pit (via - 1001 Gardens)
Outdoor coffee table (via - Ana White)
Reclaimed wood x-stool (via - Lady Goats)
Diy rope ottoman (via - Style Me Pretty)
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