Here are a few DIY outdoor decor ideas to provide a fresh new look to your home, increase its livability, and personalize it.
The greatest outdoor areas are chock-a-block with practical, weather-proof, and attractive furniture. It’s possible to save a lot of money by outfitting these rooms yourself, which are often as enjoyable and inexpensive. As a bonus, decorating the outside of your home increases curb appeal and creates another living area that feels like a retreat.
Essentially, your outdoor living space should be reminiscent of an extension of the interior. These DIY outdoor decor ideas provide a fresh new look to your home, increase its livability, and personalize it.
This collection of 17 DIY outdoor decor ideas includes everything from patio décor suggestions to porch enhancements and some ideas for styling your yard.
1. Upgrade your house numbers to make them more modern
The details are critical when it comes to improving curb appeal by adding DIY outdoor decor. A low-cost, plastic house numbers sign will have a much greater negative impact on your property than you may imagine. There are several methods to improve your house numbers, but there are a few things to keep in mind.
- Make sure the numbering pattern is appropriate for your home’s age and style.
- Numbers should be installed beneath an outside light so that passers-by may easily see them.
- Keep the font modest and legible. Some more elaborate scripts are nearly unreadable from a distance.
2. A Custom Sign Can Add Warmth to Your Outdoor Area
Signs may be used to welcome visitors or make a powerful statement that reflects your family’s values. You may create a sign for your porch that says anything you want. Consider the emotion you want to convey. Do you want it to feel comfortable? A simple “Welcome” sign might be enough. Do you want it to be warm and inviting for small gatherings? You may use a lowercase “gather” sign from Christina Marie to great effect.
3. Make a Small Flower Garden
People take their gardens very seriously. However, a little outdoor whimsy may do more to lift your spirits than a bland garden with no personality. The idea of a mini flower garden is wonderful for the child in us all, and it’s an even better project to work on with your children. After you’ve finished making your tiny pots, place them in your flower garden.
4. De-Electrify a Chandelier for Outdoor Usage
Not everyone has access to electricity in their patio or backyard. Even if there is room for overhead illumination, a converted chandelier from Hey There, Home may be used as an attractive accent light. Outside light is not nearly as restful as the mood created by candlelight.
5. Make an End Table With a Wire Basket
Plant stands and side tables are essential features in an outdoor space, but they are sometimes neglected. Have you ever had to put your drink on the ground while sitting in someone’s garden or patio? The Shabby Creek Cottage’s wire basket end table would handle the task.
6. How to Make a Succulent Plant Container
Succulent planters are low-maintenance and simple to construct. However, it’s essential to learn how to make a huge planter such as this one since mistakes may occur. You’ll be able to create some fascinating focal points in your outside living area that will get your neighbors talking after you’ve mastered the basics.
7. Let’s get the kids to help us make this beaded wind chime
There are times when wind chimes don’t need to make noise. Just a few bright colors fluttering in the wind may be all it takes to make a statement. Pick a few wind chime projects that match your taste and have fun with them.
8. Hanging Lights Can Add Some Atmosphere to Your Backyard
From 17 Apart, ambient lighting can be used to add a sense of hominess and warmth to your yard. If you don’t like lighting a lot of candles, there are several solar-powered alternatives available.
9. Transform your front door with a beautiful DIY wreath
As frequently as they change their bed linens, some people replace their wreaths on their front door. Maybe this isn’t you, but you don’t have to be crafty to have a well-furnished front door. A boxwood wreath from Anderson + Grant can help you go through most of the seasons with flair.
10. A Garden Arbor Adds Dimension to a Yard
A garden arbor may provide beauty and usefulness to even modest backyards(They’re not only gorgeous, but they also make excellent focal points for photographs). They also allow for an improved growing area for garden enthusiasts. Many climbing plant species make great centerpieces on an arbor.
11. Upgrade Terra-Cotta Pots With Rope
Terra-cotta pots may be dull. However, crafters have devised methods to update terra-cotta pots because they are low-cost and superior to plastic for various plants. The overall look of this project from House by Hoff is simple: all you need are some rope, paint, and glue.
12. On Your Porch, Keep a Pizza Herb Garden
If you have adequate light, it’s probably good to keep your herb garden in the kitchen. However, if you want the best benefit from your herbs during the summer months, move them outside. This herb garden is a helpful ingredient for spicing up your homemade pizza.
13. Recycled Glass Table Makes the Perfect Water Wall
A water feature may appear to be an extravagance if you’re on a tight budget. But with a bit of elbow work, you can enjoy the soothing sounds of water for less than you think. Keep in mind that water features require seasonal upkeep.
14. Use Old Window Panes as Space Dividers
Old windows may be utilized in a variety of ways in your house. Large window panes provide excellent separation in an outside space. They’re also useful as a privacy screen. Add some frosted spray paint to the glass panels for a quick update.
15. Make a tabletop fire bowl and s’mores maker to keep you warm
You don’t have to miss out on the traditional summer pastime of making s’mores if you live in a city where you’re not permitted to have backyard fire pits or open fires. Make a tiny fire pit out of concrete, ceramic, or copper. A tabletop fire bowl may serve as a makeshift fire pit and social area even if you don’t want to make s’mores.
16. With cushions, you can turn the outdoors into an extension of your living space
The more pillows, the better for making a more comfortable outdoor environment. The only issue is that having a lot of pillows may get costly. Create cost-effective outdoor cushions out of water-resistant fabric available on clearance. Some homeowners have even used old shower curtains as their sole construction material.
17. Create a Stunning Light Feature from Grapevine Balls
Grapevine balls, also known as barn wedding decorations, have become quite popular on Pinterest. While striking as rustic wedding decorations, the balls look even more fantastic in a rustic farmhouse-style house. Other ideas for combining the chandelier with your outside space include:
- To create a rustic end table, fill a wire basket with them and finish it off with a wooden top.
- Place on top of an urn floral arrangement one big ball.
- Individual balls may be used as accents on your porch and steps.
- Combine three different-sized balls together.
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