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Funky junk items to add whimsy to your garden

Whimsy to your garden



One person's trash can literally become another person's treasure, especially in the world of gardening. Gardening has always been a realm for all things re-used and up-cycled, and the trend of repurposing trash into garden products is booming like never before. By thinking outside the box and rethinking the potential of discarded materials, you can create a truly unique and personalized garden that showcases your ingenuity.


If you are looking for creative ideas to make your garden more attractive and environmentally sustainable, you should read the article below, where we explore a delightful array of garden ideas that breathe new life into discarded materials.


1. DIY Dragonfly



DIY dragonflies can be made from scrap knives. It's a beautiful decoration, adding character and whimsy to your outdoor space.


2. Glass mushrooms


You can start this project by finding some glass bowls and vases that fit together to form a mushroom shape. Then, add some lights to the mushrooms and they will look like fairy tales.


3. An outdoor plant bench



A great idea is to turn an old headboard into a beautiful outdoor plant bench. The headboard can be used as the back of the bench and the footboard as the side.


4. A drawer plant


You can turn an old drawer into a whimsical planter in an afternoon with some paint, a mod podge, and a label. To give the drawer a new life, you can decorate it with some scrapbook paper or any other paper design you like.


5. Reuse sink



An old sink can be turned into a one-of-a-kind plant. You can place it on your porch, patio, balcony or garden and enjoy its beauty.


6. A house number displayed


Making a house number display out of a milk can is a creative and easy way to add some farmhouse charm to your curb appeal. You can use an old milk can you have or find one at a thrift store, garage sale, or online marketplace.


7. A toolbox planter



To make a toolbox planter, you can use any type of toolbox, be it metal, wood, or plastic, and decorate it to suit your style and taste. Just clean the toolbox and fill it with soil and flowers.


8. A teapot fountain


Making a DIY teapot feature is a great way to add some water features to your garden. You can use an old or new teapot, a large container, a pump, and some decorative rocks to create a whimsical fountain that pours water into a cup or bowl.


9. A DIY bird feeder



Vintage dishes can be reused to attract some feathered friends to your garden. You can use any type of tableware, such as cups, saucers, plates, bowls, or teapots, and glue them together to make a bird feeder.

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