Elevate your outdoor experience with easy-to-create projects
Few things bring people together like a beautiful, well-designed backyard. It’s an ideal place to build lasting memories. But big backyard projects can often come with a hefty price tag. That doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy outstanding backyard experiences right now while you’re planning and saving for your next big build. Just a few simple DIY projects can enhance your downtime while you remain true to your budget. To get your creative juices flowing, we have numerous project ideas for all kinds of DIY skill levels.
Add a central gathering point
A firepit is central to any great backyard experience. Gathering around a fire has deep cultural roots in building friendships, telling stories and singing songs. You can create a backyard centerpiece with an instinctive appeal on a relatively small budget. For about $100, you can run down to the local home center and purchase a small metal pit.
They’re ideal for entertaining both small and large groups. Plus, the 360-design means there’s always room for one more around the flames. Just make sure there are plenty of seats. Speaking of which…
Create comfortable seating
Adirondack chairs are not only perfect for a firepit but are a beautiful addition to your patio, porch, deck or garden. Building a wood Adirondack chair is an uncomplicated project with the right help. Anyone can manage by following an easy step-bystep plan provided by the YellaWood® brand — makers of pressure-treated pine. The DIY plan lays out the tools and supplies needed and a simple-tofollow guide.
It doesn’t demand a lot of time and is easy on the budget. This DIY Adirondack chair project can be built and finished in just one weekend, providing years of comfortable seating around your fire or on your deck.
Amplify the entertainment
To provide an energetic environment that keeps guests coming back for more, consider adding an outdoor bar. Not only does it increase backyard fun, but it also creates a socializing and entertaining focal point and a relaxed atmosphere for conversation. There’s added convenience for the host, with much-needed storage space to accommodate large coolers, so they’re out of the way for backyard activities. Following this DIY plan will give you a beautifully finished bar in just a few short hours.
Provide a space to relax
To complete a comfortable outdoor space for all-day relaxation, consider adding a daybed. This versatile backyard structure is ideal for both lazy afternoons and provides additional seating for entertaining groups. This DIY plan will fit a twin mattress pad and has built-in magazine and book racks on the sides for easy storage. The design features notched legs and strong joints that make for a sturdy piece of furniture that will last for years.
Boost the fun
Add some friendly competition into the mix with backyard games like cornhole or a giant toppling tower. All of which are DIY projects that could be completed within a weekend. The giant toppling tower specifically can add extra entertainment value, as it’s an easy, fun game the whole family can enjoy and a perfect way to round out your backyard.
And it’s extremely easy to build yourself. The tower’s set consists of just one cut done 48 times: a 2” x 4” cut. This makes for one of the quickest project ideas we’ve provided. Just cut, sand, seal and arrange the blocks in alternating rows of three. And you’re ready to start toppling.
Add some color
Style points count in comfortable and enjoyable backyards. The addition of planter boxes can provide a little extra color and natural beauty. By following the DIY plan for this easy project you could build several planter boxes, as they only take a few hours to complete. Use them as enclosures for potted plants or growing any flower, vegetable, fruit or herb you like. The planter box plan can be easily enlarged or customized to fit a specific space.
Consider livening up your backyard look and experiences with these simple DIY ideas. You’ll create an exceptional space for entertaining while maintaining your budget. Find even more inspiring ideas and DIY projects by visiting www.yellawood.com/diyprojects/
