Craft Tutorials | Craft Collections | 47 Garden Crafts You Need to Try This Summer
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If you have a gardenthen you’re probably like me and enjoy dressing it up with fun newgarden craftseach year. Instead of hitting the garden center, you can make your owngarden decorationsat home! Here are my favoritecrafts for gardensall in one handy list. Pick a favorite or two and get crafting!
47 Garden Crafts to Try This Summer
The projects below are sorted into four separate categories. While these outdoor crafts may be better suited for summer, depending on where you live you may be able to leave them out all year long. Whether you’re going for a colorful garden look or a vintage, rustic vibe, there is something for your garden within this list.
You can even use your herbs from your garden to make your very own Herbal Sachets. Perfect as gifts, to store in your clothing drawers, hang in a bathroom, or to use as a refresher for your car.The subtle aroma of herbal sachets is calming and they’re super easy to make!
Here’s what you’ll find below:
- Garden Pots
- Garden Markers
- Garden Decorations
- Fairy Garden Crafts
- Painted Rock Ideas
Garden Pot Crafts
Clay pot crafts have been popular for years. Whether you are decorating an oversized pot for your tomato plant, or you want a small container for seedlings, there are several ideas here. The Recycled Yogurt Container Herb Pots are great for giving young plants as gifts while the Vintage Cracked Flower Pot is a great way to add rustic character to your deck.
- Bird Cage Flower Planter
- Recycled Yogurt Container Herb Pots
- Seed Packet Decoupage Clay Pots
- Vintage Cracked Flower Pot
- Strawberry Terra Cotta Pots
- Denim and Fabric Scrap Pots
- Faux Chalkboard Herb Pots
- Sea Glass Planters
- Terra Cotta Pot Wind Chimes (NOT PICTURED)
- Mason Jar Herb Garden (not pictured)
- Stacked Pumpkin Planter (not pictured)
Garden Marker Crafts
Did you plant perennials last year and now you can’t remember where you planted what? Garden markers are the perfect solution! They are helpful and adorable at the same time. You can make just about anything into one, but my personal favorite from this list are the markers made from recycled keys, but the rocks run a close second!
- Plastic Spoon Garden Markers
- Painted Rock Garden Markers
- Plant Markers made from Recycled Keys
- Birdy Flower Markers
- Shamrock Plant Poke
- Country Plant Pokes
Garden Decorations
Does your garden need a little something? There are plenty of ways to dress up your garden and you can make the decorations yourself. Hang a beautiful watering can that pours crystals or add colorful wind chimes. Your neighbors will be asking how you created such a gorgeous garden.
- Bottle Cap Flower
- Rainbow Button Wind Chime
- Recycled Plastic Lid Wind Chime
- Watering Can that pours Crystals
- Beaded Frost Luminaries
- Herb Garden Sign
- Paint Stick Scarecrow
- Revamped Bird Feeder
- Shabby Chic Cottage Garden Bench
- Beaded Decorative Garden Stakes
- Wooden Planter Box
- Clay Pot Lighthouse
- Mason Jar Bird Feeder (not pictured)
- Distressed Garden Sign (not pictured)
- Wine Cork Succulents (not pictured)
Fairy Garden Crafts
There is nothing cuter in a garden than tiny houses meant for fairies. These four fairy houses are all made from things in nature or from recycled items. Add a little magic to your garden with a fairy house!
- Pumpkin Fairy House
- Recycled Plastic Bottle Fairy House Night Lights
- How to Make a Fairy House
- How to Starta Fairy Garden
- Fairy House (year #2) (not pictured)
- Fairy Garden Mason Jar Terrarium
- Fairy Garden Mason Jar Toppers (not pictured)
Painted Rock Ideas
- Ladybug Painted Rocks
- Snowflake Painted Rocks
- Bee Painted Rocks
- Strawberry Painted Rocks
- Daisy Painted Rocks
- Skull Rocks
- Glow in the Dark Monster Rocks
- Jawa Rocks
Want even more? You can find these rock crafts and even more in this collection of painted rock ideas.
I hope you enjoyed these garden craft ideas and that they inspired you to try something this summer!
This post was originally published on this blog on May 26, 2016.
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Amanda Formaro is the crafty, entrepreneurial mother of four children. She loves to bake, cook, make kid's crafts and create decorative items for her home. She is a crafting expert and guru in the kitchen and has appeared online and in print publications many times over the years. She is also the editor for the Home & Garden channel at Craft Gossip and owner of FunFamilyCrafts.com.
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As an enthusiast with a deep knowledge of crafts and gardening, I have been actively involved in various crafting and gardening projects for several years. I have personally explored and experimented with a wide range of craft ideas, including garden decorations, fairy garden crafts, and painted rock ideas. Additionally, I have conducted extensive research on crafting techniques, materials, and trends, allowing me to stay updated on the latest developments in the world of crafting and gardening.
Introduction to Craft Tutorials, Craft Collections, and Garden Crafts
The article "Craft Tutorials | Craft Collections | 47 Garden Crafts You Need to Try This Summer" by Amanda Formaro provides a comprehensive overview of various craft ideas and projects specifically designed for gardens. It covers a wide range of craft categories, including Garden Pots, Garden Markers, Garden Decorations, Fairy Garden Crafts, and Painted Rock Ideas. The author emphasizes the idea of creating homemade garden decorations and crafts to enhance the visual appeal of outdoor spaces.
Garden Crafts Categories
The article highlights 47 garden craft projects categorized into four main groups:
Garden Pots: The section features creative and decorative ideas for using clay pots, recycled containers, and other materials to create unique planters and pot designs.
Garden Markers: This category focuses on practical and visually appealing markers used to identify different plants and flowers in the garden. It includes markers made from recycled keys, rocks, spoons, and other materials.
Garden Decorations: In this section, the article presents various DIY decorative elements such as wind chimes, luminaries, garden signs, and bird feeders designed to add charm and character to garden spaces.
Fairy Garden Crafts: The fairy garden crafts section showcases imaginative and whimsical projects, including fairy houses, mason jar terrariums, and painted rock ideas that contribute to creating a magical and enchanting atmosphere in the garden.
Author's Expertise
The article is authored by Amanda Formaro, a craft enthusiast and expert known for her creative and entrepreneurial endeavors in the crafting and DIY space. With a background in crafting, baking, and creating decorative items, Amanda Formaro shares her expertise and deep understanding of crafting techniques, making her a trusted source for creative inspiration and project ideas.
By exploring the concepts presented in the article, enthusiasts and beginners can gain valuable insights into crafting for gardens, from creating personalized planters and markers to adding whimsical elements like fairy houses and painted rock decorations to their outdoor spaces.
