DIY Outdoor Decor To Spruce Up Your Backyard

Spring has sprung, and summer entertaining is just around the corner. Make sure your yard is BBQ ready with these DIY outdoor decor projects. So bring on the sun and get ready to enjoy the summer in your refreshed outdoor space!

Wall Mounted Bar

What better way to spruce up your back yard than with this DIY bar? Made of recycled pallets this wall mount bar is guaranteed to be a huge hit with your guests.  Cassie made this bar and its the perfect DIY outdoor décor for endless summer entertaining! The skinny profile makes it easy to place, it will even work on most apartment patios. Check out the full DIY tutorial here!

DIY Outdoor Decor Shelf

These cute little hexagon wall planters are the perfect DIY outdoor décor item. They will instantly elevate the look of your patio. My imagination is running wild right now with the unlimited options for these little wall shelves. Planting a drooping plant like string of pearls or a small ivy plant would be adorable. You could even just throw a candle in there for a little ambient lighting. Loving all the options with this outdoor wall shelf.

DIY Backyard Canopy

OK now THIS is a million dollar idea people! Make your own retractable canopy with sail fabric and PVC pipe! This DIY retractable screen is pure genius. It looks super expensive, but will actually save you a ton of money. Check out the full tutorial found on HGTV’s here.

Updated House Numbers

Another great idea to spruce up your outdoor space is updating your house numbers. A modern number sign is an eye-catching update that will have the envy of all your neighbors. Its funny how a simple change can have such a big impact! Shades of Blue Interiors put together a tutorial on how to make this DIY number sign. How adorable is it with a little planter box beneath? Great outdoor decor idea.

DIY Outdoor Privacy Screen

I am loving the vibe of this DIY outdoor privacy screen. You can easily make this divide with some recycled pallets. The string lights and hanging plants create a wonderful ambient setting. I’m already picturing myself sitting out here sipping on a glass of wine on a warm summer evening. How perfect does that sound?

Recycled Tire Ottoman

Finally a use for those old tires you have kicking around the garage! Sorry kids there wont be a new tire swing this year! Recycle your old car tires into trendy outdoor ottomans by covering them with rope. An easy inexpensive way to add additional outdoor seating (no one likes those cheap plastic outdoor chairs anyways). Style Me Pretty has put together a wonderful tutorial on how to make these ottomans. Check it out!

Looking for more backyard inspiration? Check out my favorite DIY Outdoor Furniture Projects here!

DIY Stock Tank Pool

Uhm, excuse me while I pick my jaw up off the floor! This whole backyard situation is gorgeous! OK don’t judge me, but I’ve never even heard of stock tank pools until I read Sun Woven Studio‘s blog post on how she made one last summer. Now I think I need one. Not want, NEED! Her tutorial even shows how to cut a hole in the side and install a pump/filter which is super important. We’ve all seen those cheap plastic pools that turn into algae cesspools…not a cute look….Anyways I fully recommend installing a pump to avoid that situation.