11 DIY projects to enhance the magic of your garden

by Mark Bennett

May 05, 2023

11 DIY projects to enhance the magic of your garden
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Any garden can be well-kept and presentable, but how many can also entertain or excite one? The first step in designing our outdoor space is understanding our needs... But have you ever thought about including games? Or having seating that literally emerges from the earth?

These ideas make the garden a place that will surprise, excite and be remembered by everyone - family and friends. Below, you will find some ideas for doing these wonderful projects for almost no cost.

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Close to some external wall - even better if protected a little from the rain - you can install a decorative shelf made with an old, wooden ladder.

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There are literally thousands of ideas to make creative sun catchers from many different materials. For example, check out this fake crystal one!

Do you have some very old pots, pans or metal cauldrons that have turned rusty? They can become unforgettable planters.

Unused landfill can be turned into the highlight of the garden: perhaps by modeling an armchair or a sofa with it which will then be covered with grass and moss!

If it's the right size, it could even make a great support for a slide!

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Lay down some slate tiles like this. In a flash, you will have a giant chessboard to challenge all comers!

On the stump of a tree, however, you can place a wooden top to serve as a game board. Then you just need to find counters to play tic-tac-toe!

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Do you have a heap of pebbles in the garden, and don't know what to do with them? How about considering them object with which to "draw" shapes on the ground? Imagine what unique flower beds you can make!

With concrete you can create the illusion of broken eggs to use as lanterns, flower pots or even mini water gardens!

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A watering can that pours out light is a great idea and it takes very little to make this. This creation will light and magic to any corner of your garden.

There is a plant that enchants everyone with their slightly bizarre, but perfect geometric shape: these are alliums. And you can emulate their beauty by creating handmade art installations! All you need is some chicken wire and paint!

Ready to enhance your garden with fun and creative corners?

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