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  • Loose silver and gold keys are layered on top of each other on a flat surface.

    DIY A Lovely Wind Chime For Your Garden With Old Keys - Here's How

    Wind chimes come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, and they make charming additions to the garden. Plus, there are many ways to recycle old keys to do it.

    By Melody Ip 2 days ago Read More
  • Laundry detergent bottle sits near a vase of daisies.

    How To Easily Turn An Old Detergent Jug Into A Practical Garden Tool

    There's no need to buy this common garden tool, because the used detergent jug you need to make it yourself is already at your house ... or maybe in your trash.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 4 days ago Read More
  • rain falling off of a pergola

    The Biggest Problem With IKEA's Outdoor Pergola (And What You Can Do About It)

    If you have this IKEA pergola at your house (or are considering purchasing one) there could be a potential issue with it. Luckily, there's an easy fix.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 6 days ago Read More
  • A woman holds a yellow garden hose as she waters the garden.

    Whip Up A Garden Trellis On A Budget With A Clever Use For An Old Hose

    Garden tools can be key to a successful garden, but they also really add up! So if your old hose needs to be retired, why not save yourself some money?

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 7 days ago Read More
  • Stone planter with flowering plant sits on patio next to a table and chairs.

    DIY A Budget-Friendly Faux Stone Planter With A Pool Noodle – Here's How

    Marking the pathway to your yard with a beautiful stone planter or two is great, but they're expensive and heavy. DIY a homemade version with a pool noodle.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 8 days ago Read More
  • Woman holding a plastic bottle outside in the yard.

    The Clever Way To Reuse Plastic Bottles In The Garden For Healthier Plants

    Reusing your plastic bottles not only helps the environment, but it can help your plants as well. This reuse idea helps you save a bit of money as well.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 13 days ago Read More
  • Yellow jackets swarm a hummingbird feeder.

    The Simple Swap That Can Keep Wasps Far Away From A Hummingbird Feeder

    Nobody likes a wasp sting, but don't let them bully you and your hummingbirds away from the feeder. There's an easy fix to keep the birds without the wasps.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 14 days ago Read More
  • A hand tosses an empty half-gallon of milk into an open trash can.

    Don't Toss An Empty Milk Jug When You Could Be Reusing It In The Garden Like This

    Feeling a twinge of guilt for throwing out your plastic milk jug again? You can rescue at least one or two with this easy repurposing hack for the garden.

    By Melody Ip 16 days ago Read More
  • Rusted garden sheers lay outside.

    Restore Old Garden Tools With The Help Of WD-40

    Spring rolls around and you realize that you left that pair of pruners to defend itself against the elements. But there's still hope to restore them with WD-40!

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 17 days ago Read More
  • Rain Brid sprinkler water green grass on a lawn.

    How To Get The Most Out Of Your Rain Bird Sprinklers For A Healthy Lawn

    Rain Bird sprinklers are a great way to make lawn care easier, but there's a little trick that can improve their water flow for even healthier grass.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 22 days ago Read More
  • A squirrel clings to a birdfeeder.

    Squirrel-Proof Your Bird Feeder With An Affordable Dollar Tree Find

    Squirrels can overtake a bird feeder and eat all the seeds. Luckily, there's an easy, affordable DIY with one Dollar Tree item that can help keep them away.

    By Lauren Krystaf 26 days ago Read More
  • A hummingbird sits on a swing near a feeder.

    Attract Hummingbirds To The Garden With A Charming Swing You Can DIY

    If you like to sit back and enjoy your garden, then maybe you can share the view with hummingbirds. DIY them a little swing so they can relax with you.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 28 days ago Read More
  • Blue flowers bloom on a hydrangea shrub.

    The Kitchen Scrap That Could Turn Hydrangea Flowers Blue On A Budget

    Want to see a magic trick? You can turn certain hydrangea flowers blue in your own backyard! And it's actually not magic, and you can do it on a budget.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 30 days ago Read More
  • Sets of pastel floral tea cups and saucers are arranged on a pink surface.

    5 Clever Ways To Give Old Teacups New Life In The Garden

    Put those teacups to good use with a few gardening DIYs to repurpose any unused china. The hacks can make your plants healthier and happier while looking posh.

    By Melody Ip 1 month ago Read More
  • A gray and yellow bird sits outside a red birdhouse.

    Upgrade A Dollar Tree Birdhouse With An Inexpensive Hack Birds Go Nuts For

    Feeding the birds is as enjoyable for you as it is helpful for them. If you want to give your birds a little treat while trying something new, try this hack.

    By Melody Ip 1 month ago Read More
  • A colorful pile of recyclable waste, including plastic bottles, glass bottles, metal cans, and various brightly colored plastic caps scattered on a flat surface.

    22 Savvy Ways To Reuse Empty Plastic Bottles In The Garden

    Even when we try to avoid using plastic bottles, it's difficult to get around them entirely. You can save them from the landfill by using them in the garden.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 1 month ago Read More
  • A hand is holding up a plastic container of Tic Tacs, filled with bright multicolored oval candies.

    4 Ways You Could Be Reusing Tic Tac Containers For Plants At Home

    Your favorite breath mint could be a handy garden tool if you know how to upcycle the old containers. Give your plants a boost with these green DIYs.

    By Melody Ip 1 month ago Read More
  • A withered houseplant is droopy with lack of water.

    Keep Potted Plants From Drying Out With A Budget-Friendly Solution You Can DIY

    Watering your houseplants doesn't have to be a struggle. Make your life easier with this affordable DIY project that keeps soil moist in your plant pots.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 1 month ago Read More
  • The door of a garden shed stands open.

    Ditch Pricey Storage & DIY Your Own Affordable Backyard Shed Instead

    Whether you have always wanted a she-shed hideaway or a place to stash your garden tools when you're done, you can build your own shed for way less cost.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 2 months ago Read More
  • Stone path leads to seating area and fireplace offset by a gray pergola.

    Transform Your Gardening Routine With 17 Outdoor Features That Can Help

    Your garden design could use a boost, and a few new features might help you out. Get some functionality back with these 17 outdoor structures for your yard.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 2 months ago Read More
  • Piles of dishes line the shelves of a thrift store.

    Transform Thrift Store Plates Into Stunning Garden Pavers With A Clever DIY

    Get creative with your garden decor by DIYing your own garden pavers using old plates you can find at the thrift store, turning them into tile mosaics.

    By Melody Ip 2 months ago Read More
  • A garden hose springs a leak on a concrete path.

    DIY Your Own Durable Outdoor Rug By Transforming A Regular Garden Hose

    Have you ever pulled out your garden hose to water your plants and end up watering yourself when it springs a leak? Instead of throwing it away, try this DIY.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 2 months ago Read More
  • An orange and light blue ironing board is set up next to a pile of garbage.

    Don't Toss An Old Ironing Board When You Could Use It In The Garden Instead

    Ironing boards are great for storing your gardening gear, using as a potting station, and more. Here's how to DIY a perfect ironing board garden workstation.

    By Melody Ip 2 months ago Read More
  • A pair of hands holds three white pillows.

    Don't Toss An Old Pillow When You Could Be Using It In The Garden Like This

    Whether you're changing out your bedding or it's just that time, you don't have to throw away your pillowcase. Instead, you can flip it to use in your garden.

    By Melody Ip 2 months ago Read More
  • Lavender essential oil in a glass bottle with fresh lavender flowers scattered around it.

    How To Use Lavender Oil To Transform An Outdoor Space Into A Bug-Free Zone

    The dilemma of making a home for bugs yet keeping a bug-free zone for yourself is hard. But you don't have to tolerate the mosquitoes to save the bees.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 2 months ago Read More
  • An earwig crawls on a dandelion.

    The Newspaper Trick That Can Help Keep Pests From Eating Your Garden

    What's worse than seeing unwanted insects like earwigs eat all your beloved plants? Keep them out of the garden with this easy DIY newspaper method.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 2 months ago Read More
  • A person kneeling in the garden is scratching at red spots on her lower leg.

    Make Outdoor Gardening Easier With A Natural DIY Mosquito Spray

    Gardening is enjoyable ... until you're overrun with mosquitoes biting at you. One possible solution to deter them? A chemical-free spray that you can DIY.

    By Melody Ip 2 months ago Read More
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