If you’re looking for the perfect centerpiece for your garden this spring, this disco birdbath is for you! Revamp that broken birdbath that’s been collecting dust in your garage with this easy facelift! Don’t have a birdbath? Build your own out of terracotta pots! We’re loving this easy tutorial from Patricia’s Pots, which takes you through the whole process, step-by-step. Give your feathered friends their own place to party (and recycle in the process!) by getting started on this awesome birdbath today!

What you will need:

– An old birdbath or a birdbath made from terracotta pots

– Water Weld (just in case your old birdbath has any cracks)

– Old DVDs

– Clear spray paint

– Liquid Nails Clear Seal glue

– Mapei Keracolor Sanded Grout with Polymer with Grout Boost mixed in

– An old spatula

– Damp rag

– An old butter knife

– Sandpaper

– Scissors

Step #1:

If your old birdbath has any cracks in it, you need to fill them in. Water Weld is perfect for the job since it repairs and seals cracks that are going to be wet or underwater. It’s also drinking water safe, which makes it perfect for the birds! Take the Water Weld (it comes in a tube of clay) and kneed it together well. Take your old butter knife and slice the Water Weld into smaller pieces.

Step #2:

Smooth the Water Weld over the cracks using the butter knife, making sure to push it into the cracks well. Leave the Water Weld to sit for 60 minutes.

Step #3:

Take the sandpaper and sand down the Water Weld until the surface is smooth.

Step #4:

Now you’re ready to decorate! Since DVDs are made up of two layers, you’ll need to separate them in order to get to the nice shiny side that’s inside. Take the DVD and make two cuts. Cut from the outer edge to the middle, and repeat the same process on the other side. You should now have two halves. Run your fingertip around the edges to loosen the layers. Separate the layers and you will be left with a thin, shimmery layer you can use for decorating your birdbath.

Step #5:

Cut the silvery part you saved into small pieces. This birdbath needed about 20 DVDs worth of pieces to cover it completely.

Step #6:

Take your clear spray paint and spray paint all the pieces. This will prevent the shiny part from flaking off.

Step #7:

Once the spray paint has dried, begin gluing the pieces onto the birdbath using Liquid Nails Clear Seal. Cover the rim of the birdbath first, then work your way towards the middle.

Step #8:

When you’ve covered your birdbath and the glue has dried, it’s time to mix the grout. You can use Mapei Keracolor Sanded Grout with Polymer in white with Grout Boost mixed in. When you’ve mixed the grout, take your old spatula and spread the grout between the DVD pieces. Use a damp rag to wipe off the excess grout.

Step #9:

Leave the grout to dry for about 3 weeks before placing it outside. This is why this is the perfect project to get started on while it’s still chilly out! It’ll be ready for your feathered friends just in time for spring!

Photos and idea: Me and My DIY.

We love candles, and like most candle fanatics, we’ve got a bunch of practically empty candle jars lying around. The jars can be reused for many things like storing q tips in your bathroom, or you could use it as a vase. The possibilities are endless, and this easy trick will have you cleaning out those jars in no time! Keep reading for the genius solution!

Step #1:

Boil some hot water and pour it into the candle jar.

Step #2:

Allow the water to cool completely. This step is so incredibly important because you do not want to pour any warm or hot wax down your drain!

Step #3:

When the water has cooled, you will notice the wax float to the top. Simply break the wax in half using a butter knife and take out the wax. If there’s any leftover bits, they’re easily removed using warm water and a scrubby sponge.

Photos: A Pumpkin and a Princess, Yellow Brick Home.

Hide that unsightly litterbox with these chic and functional ideas! From Ikea furniture hacks to upgraded self-ventilating litterboxes, there’s so many options to choose from! Take a look at these 5 budget-friendly and easy ways to hide the litterbox!

1. Ikea Cabinet Hack

If you like to keep things simple, this is for you! This minimalist cabinet from Ikea is the perfect way to hide the litterbox. Everyone that comes into your home will assume it’s just another regular piece of furniture! Take a look at the tutorial here to make your own.

2. Upcycled Wood Cabinet

This wood cabinet was found at the side of the road and turned into this stylish litterbox cabinet! Check out the tutorial here.

3. Self-Ventilating Litter Box

This project is a bit more complicated, but so worth it! This hidden litterbox is equipped with a ventilation system, which means 0 odors! It also slides out for easy cleaning. Take a look!

4. Salvaged Boards Turned Into Hidden Litterbox

This cabinet was made from salvaged porch boards that were painted and distressed. It’s a great way to hide the litterbox from nosy dogs, and also has space to store cat supplies.
5. Built-In Litterbox

This litterbox is actually attached to a closet door! It also has a cute cat silhouette cut out of the door for a kitty entrance. This would be a great solution for someone who lives in a small space.

Photos: Apartment Therapy, Chaotically Creative, Ikea Hackers, Buildipedia.

Nothing says summer like sipping cold lemonade on your front or back porch. Now that the weather is warming up, it’s time to get your porch ready and summer festive! Take a look at these colorful 7 ideas you can use for your porch this summer.

1. Reuse

Use your imagination and think outside the box. Scour flea markets and thrift shops for unusual items you can use on your porch. We love this vintage chicken cage that was turned into a rolling coffee table. Remember, almost anything can be refinished and painted!

2. Add Light

Candles and lanterns can give your porch a cosy and enchanting feel. They’re perfect for late-night summer talks on the porch. Arrange them on a coffee table in front of your porch benches or wicker chairs in various heights and sizes to add interest. Lanterns can be hung around the porch to add light and charm.

3. Paint the Floor

Give your floor a new look with a pop of color! Choose a shade that matches your home and your porch furniture. We love the cool blue of this porch, it makes the floor look like water!

4. Add Curtains

Curtains are a great way to provide shade on hot days and for privacy. These drop cloth curtains give the porch a rustic feel, and they’re really cheap at the hardware store!

5. Hang a Mirror

Adding a mirror to your porch makes it look more like an actual room. At night, the mirror will reflect the candlelight, adding more light to your porch. This large antique mirror adds drama to the porch, and the light creamy walls make the mirror pop.

6. Add Color

Add a pop of color to your porch! Paint your wicker furniture a bright color, or add colorful pillows. These blue wicker chairs pop against the grey walls and floors of this porch. This can be replicated by simply spraying the furniture with a few coats of an outdoor spray paint. Vintage wicker furniture can be found on the cheap at yard sales or thrift stores.

7. Choose Durable Fabric

To help save your cushions and pillows, choose a durable fabric that can withstand spills, and is easy to clean.

Photos: Home Decor Wall, Dying of Cute, The Lettered Cottage, House Beautiful, Dofaso, Between Naps on the Porch, Melinda Jennings, Bombay Outdoors.

We all know that curtains aren’t cheap, and replacing them to keep up with your decor or mood can be costly. We’ve got 4 tips and tricks on how you can update the curtains you already have on a budget. Check them out!

1. Tassels

You can hang tassels from the corners of your curtains, or in a row along the top. This works well for curtains with a subtle pattern or no pattern at all. Curtains with a loud pattern can look too busy and distracting with tassels. Placing a tassel on the bottom corners of your curtains can accent them without making your curtains look distracting. You can also use tassels to add a formal touch to your plain curtains, making a room feel fancier. Another idea is using them to make curtain ties, adding a subtle dressy effect.

2. Ribbon

Ribbons come in many styles, sizes, designs, and colors that the possibilities of decorating with it are endless. You can try sewing a bright, wide ribbon across the bottom of each curtain panel for a pop of color. For narrow ribbons, group them in pairs or groups of three. Use coordinating patterns and colors.

3. Reuse

Don’t throw out your old curtains! Reuse them! Cut the bottom off each curtain panel to make them shorter, or make a valance for your kitchen windows. Old curtains can also be used to make a fabric shower curtain. Make sure you put a plastic one behind the fabric curtain to prevent it from getting ruined. Old curtains can also be used to make throw pillows or floor cushions.

4. Refacing

Change the look of your curtains by covering them with a whole new piece of fabric. Instead of creating curtains from scratch, use them as a base for your new fabric. You only need to cover the side of the panel that is facing the room. Cut off a piece of fabric and stitch it to the sides of your curtain. This saves you an extra step in creating new curtains from scratch.

Photos: View Along the Way, Love Maegan, BHG, The Inspired Room.

You’ve probably seen all the awesome pallet ideas floating around on the internet lately. Everyone’s in a pallet craze, making anything from benches to playhouses for their kids! The possibilities are endless! Here is a simple DIY for making a cool swing for your yard!

What you will need:

• 1 pallet
• saw
• rope
• wood stain of your choice
• sandpaper
• cushions and pillows (optional)

Step 1:

Cut the pallet in half with a saw.

Step 2:

Add two leftover boards to the side of the pallet if you would like drink holders.

Step 3:

Lightly sand the pallet to get rid of any splinters and rough edges.

Step 4:

Attach the swing using a strong nylon rope. You can put the swing under a tree, or on your front porch! Add a cushion and a few decorative pillows if you like.

 Photos and idea: Sheryl Salisbury Photography.