Oh, the Joys of Repurposing in the Garden!

 Need a Summer wreath idea?

Dukes & Duchesses

Credit:  Linda Wiseman

  

HOUSEpitality

  

There are a few more wreath photos at the end of today's blog - just
scroll down to see another twist on a Summer wreath.

 

Confessions of A Plate Addict

  

Home Talk

 

 

 

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Don't pass up a farm equipment auction without considering the

possibilities.  This large tiller attachment makes a beautiful fountain.

 

 

 

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Mount a brightly painted ornate mirror in your
patio for an unexpected yet charming surprise:

Dishfunctional Designs

  

House of Hawthornes

  I love this bird bath idea:

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  Thinking about hanging a wind chime in your back yard or patio?
Make one using common kitchen utensils and plate ware:

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Tempest in a Tea Pot

Uncommon Goods

Flea Market Gardening
A thrift store light fixture makes a great planter.

 

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 Isn't this one of the cutest upcycling ideas for a
vintage sewing machine base you've ever seen?

 

 

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What a darling trellis teepee of old garden tools.


 

Cathy Porter
A window box of flowers doesn't have to be attached to the house,
it can be hung from an old door propped up against the fence.

 Etsy

 Wouldn't these silver plated garden markers make great birthday gifts?

 

Upcycled Garden Style
This Victorian-inspired garden globe is
just a bowling ball covered in glass stones!

 

 

Cynthia Weber
A vintage crib would make a clever bed for your herbs.

As promised, here are a few closing photos of a Summer wreath
that my daughter and I made for her front door for less than $10!
(Thanks to the Family Dollar store's 30% off sale!)

Big bow or little bow?  Add a watering can?

 

I felt lost without my glue gun but we were still able to
make a cute wreath.  Not only is it financially smart to
create your own decorations, it's also a lot of fun.