Trash to Treasure: 25+ Creative Upcycled Outdoor Projects
It’s no secret that I love a good upcycled project. There’s just something so satisfying about taking something that would have otherwise been thrown away and turning it into something beautiful, useful, and unique.
And outdoor upcycling projects are some of my favorites, so today I want to share some of my favorite upcycled outdoor projects for you to try this summer.
This collection includes all kinds of trash to treasure projects for your porch, garden, or yard.
From super simple solar lighting ideas to more creative and complex upcycled furniture, there are ideas here to inspire all types of DIYers to make the most of what you have.
25+ Upcycled Outdoor Projects
With a little creativity, you can upcycle old materials into gorgeous outdoor projects that will make your home stand out from the crowd. Check out these amazing ideas for inspiration!
Upcycled House Numbers
If you are a regular visitor you know I LOVE house number signs. They are a pretty way to welcome friends and family to your home. Here are some thrifty options that you can easily recreate.
Add a touch of coastal or beach decor to your front porch or entry by turning a vintage paddle into a pretty house number sign!
This DIY house number is super simple and inexpensive to make. It's great when you want a larger house number with vintage charm.
Look at how fun this wood slice house number sign is! I love that it also has a mason jar for a spot to add seasonal flowers.
This house number sign is easy to make using a wire basket, scrap wood, and a scrap of leftover fabric. This is a budget-friendly DIY with loads of style and you can easily change out the flowers with the seasons.
This colorful house number sign was actually made from inexpensive paint sticks! This is an easy DIY and is super budget-friendly.
This charming house number was originally a vintage mirror. Now it has a brand new life as a chalkboard house number!
Upcycled Outdoor Furniture Projects
Have you priced outdoor furniture recently? It can get crazy expensive. Use inexpensive materials like pallets or old headboards to make your own!
I love the way this picket fence garden bench turned out. It is a bit whimsical and will add major personality to your garden.
Get ready to see a unique idea for an outdoor couch using old pallets. You can make cushions to fit the sofa, or look for pre-made cushions.
I love to repurpose indoor furniture that I can use outside. This old settee had seen better days, but with a bit of work, I was able to turn it into the perfect bench for our porch.
You all know I LOVE a good buffalo plaid project and this repurposed headboard garden sign is simply stunning!
Upcycled Outdoor Bars and Serving Carts
An outdoor bar makes a great addition to your outdoor entertaining area - especially if you do a lot of entertaining. Enjoy these ideas for DIY bars and serving stations.
This upcycled door beverage station is so clever and will make summer entertaining easy!
Learn how to turn an old sewing cabinet into an outdoor bar! This is a great way to give an old sewing machine cabinet new life.
This DIY pallet bar works perfectly for an outdoor space and it was basically free to make!
Upcycled Bird Feeders
You can never have too many bird feeders-even better when they are made from upcycled materials. Check out these quick and easy ideas.
You can always find pretty china at thrift stores for cheap. Learn how to make a teacup bird feeder that will look so pretty in your garden.
You can turn an old thrifted silver platter into a super pretty DIY bird feeder with just a few supplies.
You can turn enamelware and an old spindle into a hanging bird feeder for cheap.
Upcycled Outdoor Lighting
Create your own unique solar lighting ideas with repurposed or upcycled materials with these clever ideas.
Create a solar garden planter with dollar store solar lights and an old candle holder.
This gorgeous DIY waterdrop solar light can be made from a dollar store watering globe. Such a cool addition to your garden.
Save those empty tin cans of all different kinds to make a really unique hanging tin can lighting feature.
Pick up inexpensive dollar store supplies to make DIY solar light vases. This is a super simple project that adds great ambiance!
Upcycled Outdoor Planters
Instead of store-bought planters, make your own for a fraction of the cost!
Use an old tire and scrap wood to make the coolest tire planter that you can fill with your favorite summer flowers.
Add a unique planter to your outdoor space by turning an old barrel into a planter for your favorite flowers.
Check out the step-by-step tutorial to make your own porch planters with old drawers.
These cinder block planters add a unique, modern look to any space and they're inexpensive and easy to customize with any color.
Turn an old lamp into a beautiful and useful outdoor flower stand with this simple DIY tutorial.
What do you think of these creative outdoor projects? I hope they inspired you to think outside the box when decorating your outdoor space.
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