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.

These glitter paper lanterns can be made in a pinch and are great if you’re on a budget this holiday season. You can still have a stylish New Year’s party without spending too much! Paper lanterns can be bought virtually anywhere. Try your local party shop, Ikea, or dollar store. Glitter and Mod Podge can be found at any craft store, and that’s all you need for this easy project!

Supplies:

– Paper lantern

– Spray glue or Mod Podge and a brush

– Glitter

– Drop cloth or newspaper to contain glitter

Step #1:

Follow the directions on the package of the lantern. Insert the light bulb and form it into a sphere shape.

Step #2:

Spray the glue (or paint on Mod Podge) in patches and immediately sprinkle with glitter. Allow excess glitter to drip onto your cloth or newspaper.

Step #3:

Cover the entire lantern with glitter and allow to dry. If the lantern is not covered enough, go over it with another layer of glitter. If you notice any glitter flaking off even after the glue is dry, you can spray the lantern with hairspray or clear spray paint.

Photos: Oh Happy Day.

This beautiful pinecone wreath is so easy and cheap to make, which is perfect for those low on time and on a budget! You only need a few basic supplies, along with a bunch of pinecones! Hang it up on your mantle or front door and don’t forget to decorate it with a big bow!

What You Will Need:

1) Pinecones

2) Wire hanger

3) Pony beads (or any regular white plastic beads)

4) Hot glue gun and glue sticks

5) Ribbon or fabric

6) White spray paint (optional)

Step #1:

Shape the wire hanger into a circle, leaving the hook part on top of the circle. You’ll use the hook to hang up your wreath.

Step #2:

Glue one pony bead to the bottom of each pinecone.

Step #3:

String the pinecones onto the wire and adjust them to make them fit together without leaving any gaps.

Step #4:

If you want your wreath to have a snowy look, you can give it a very light coat of white spray paint. Allow the paint to dry and decorate your wreath with a large bow or any decorations you like!

Photos and idea: Do it Yourself Divas.

Nature-inspired decorating ideas for Christmas are always in style, and it’s not that hard to recreate your favorite looks since you can find these items outdoors! We love using branches in our Christmas decor, and we’re totally loving this branch centerpiece! It’s a great project you can make if you’re on a budget, and it requires minimal supplies. Let’s get started!

Supplies:

1) A branch

2) Spray paint (gold or silver)

3) Candles

4) Nail-on glides

5) Hot glue gun and glue sticks

6) Christmas decorations to decorate the branch (optional)

Step #1:

Hunt around for a fallen branch that can hold your candles. Try to find one that has thicker branches.

Step #2:

Trim your branch until it looks the way you want it to. Flip the branch around and experiment with different sides to see what would look best. Attach the nail-on glides using a glue gun.

Step #3:

Take your branch outside and spray paint it in the color of your choice. Allow it to dry before bringing it back inside.

Step #4:

Place the candles on your candleholders and if you wish, decorate the branch with various Christmas decor.

Photos and idea: Herballistic Garden.

If you’re looking for a cheap way to make your ordinary lamps more glam, this tutorial is for you! This lamp is from Target, and the ‘glass’ base is made from Coke bottles! The lamp looks stunning, and you can’t tell that the base is plastic and not glass. Keep reading for the tutorial!

Supplies:

1) Target lamp

2) 14 Coke bottles

3) Duct tape

4) Nail polish remover

5) Valspar Brilliant Metallic Silver spray paint

6) Fabric of your choice

7) Cardstock

8) Scissors

9) Glue or tape

Step 1:

Cover the lampshade with the fabric of your choice and glue in place.

Step 2:

Give the lamp at least 2 coats of spray paint and allow it to dry between coats. After the last coat, allow it to dry completely overnight.

Step 3:

Cut the Coke bottles according to the photo. Cut one lower than the other. This helps the 2 pieces fit together easier.

Step 4:

Remove off the stamp dates with nail polish remover.

Step 5:

Make rings out of 8 inch strips of duct tape folded in half lengthwise.

Step 6:

Now you can begin stacking. Spray paint a smaller piece of bottle for the bottom of the lamp. Add a ring, then a bauble and work your way up. Add small dabs of glue or tape to hold things in place if you need to.

Step 7:

Add a little piece of cardstock (covered in duct tape) at the top to finish it off.

All finished! This is a great project for those who love to recycle, and the lamp looks ultra glam with the clear base! No one will ever know you used plastic bottles!

Photos and idea: Matsutake Blog.

We’re loving this creepy-cute hanging branch centerpiece! It’s extremely cheap to make and you can put it together in under an hour! Hang it above your table at your Halloween party, we’re sure it will be a hit!

Supplies:

1) A branch

2) Black felt

3) Black fake fur

4) Cheesecloth

5) Black yarn

6) Black spray paint

7) Clear fishing line

8) Fake spiders

9) Hot glue gun and glue sticks

10) Two hooks

11) Scissors

12) Rubber bands

Step 1:

Spray paint the branch using black spray paint. Use a branch that’s gnarled and twisted for a creepy effect. If you can’t find a large enough branch, you can use two smaller ones instead.

Step 2:

To make the bats, cut 8 1/2″ x 11″ sheets of black felt in half. At the bottom of the pieces, cut out 2 inverted triangles (these will be the legs), and then cut a scalloped edge from the legs to the top corners.

Step 3:

For the bat’s body, cut out a 3″ x 4″ piece of fake fur. Roll it up lengthwise and secure it with a rubber band.

Step 4:

Place the fur in the middle of the felt bat wings and fold the wings on top of each other. Glue the wings together using hot glue.

Step 5:

If you have more than 1 branch, you can tie them together using black yarn.

Step 6:

Glue the tips of the bat legs to the branch, making it look like the bats are hanging upside down.

Step 7:

For the creepy cobweb, stretch the cheesecloth over the branch and allow it to tear in spots. Glue a few fake spiders to the cheesecloth.

Step 8:

Secure your hooks to the ceiling. You can use hooks that have a removable adhesive backing if you don’t want to damage your ceiling. Place the hooks above where the branch will hang and tie a piece of fishing line to the hooks.

Step 9:

Tie the other end of the fishing line to the branch.

Step 10:

Adjust the height of the branch if needed and cut off any excess fishing line. All finished!

Photos and idea: EHow.

We love anything that looks expensive, but actually isn’t! This fur ottoman can be easily made using a salvaged footstool, some fake fur, and spray paint! Let’s get started!

Supplies:

1) Footstool (take a look at your local thrift shop or yard sales for one)

2) Spray paint in the color of your choice

3) Leather-looking vinyl

4) Nail head trim

5) Fake fur

6) Hot glue gun and glue sticks

Step 1:

Give the legs of your footstool a few coats of spray paint and allow it to dry completely overnight.

Step 2:

Cut and measure the vinyl strips and fit them around the sides of the ottoman. Trim them, leaving a 1/2″ margin. Tuck it under to give it a finished look. Wrap the side piece between the legs to the under side and hot glue in place.

Step 3:

On the top sides of the vinyl strips, trim the corners so it will lay flat and glue it down.

Step 4:

Cut out the fake fur to the size of your footstool and hot glue the edges down.

Step 5:

Add nail head trim to the edges, and you’re done with your gorgeous new ottoman!

Photos and idea: Dimples and Tangles.

Crystals have been super trendy lately, and the large, pretty ones can sometimes cost a fair bit of money. Not to worry, these faux crystals are made using regular jagged rocks and some paint! Place them anywhere around your home where you’d like a little extra pop of color. Let’s get started on making these gorgeous pieces!

What You Will Need:

1) Jagged rocks

2) Nail polish (use metallics in 3 similar shades per rock)

3) Gold spray paint

Step 1:

Wash your rocks to remove any dirt and allow them to dry.

Step 2:

When choosing which rock to paint, set it down and decide which side you want to be the bottom, and which side the top. The side with the most jagged edges will work better as the top, as it will look more crystal-like. Paint the rock starting with the darkest shade of nail polish. While the color is still wet, repeat the same step with the lighter tones. It’s okay if the paint drips all over the rock, that’s the look we’re going for! Allow the rocks to dry overnight.

Step 3:

When the nail polish is dry, take your rocks outside and place them on a piece of cardboard or newspaper. Spray the bottom and sides of each rock using the gold spray paint.

Step 4:

Allow the rocks to dry overnight and then place them wherever you like! Aren’t they adorable?!

Photos and idea: Love Maegan.

We love going to the thrift store, and who doesn’t? There are so many cool items that can be found there, and all they need is a little paint and TLC! Scour your local thrift store for a chandelier and transform it into an expensive-looking antique!

The first thing you need is the chandelier of course! Check your local thrift store, or find one on Craigslist!

Begin by sanding down the chandelier, removing all traces of paint. Take a can of spray paint and give the chandelier 2-3 coats of paint. Allow it to dry between coats.

If you want the chandelier to look like it has real candles, you can add silicone dipped light bulbs for a realistic effect.

To soften the nutmeg brown paint, whitewash over the wood and metal areas. You can do this by watering down white paint, brushing it on, then wiping it off. To complete the look, add a coat of brown glaze to give it an old world look.

To finish the look, you can add these cute wooden danglers to hang from the chandelier. These were found at a rummage sale, cut in half, and painted the same way as the chandelier. They were attached by inserting a screw with an eye at the top.

The final step is to rewire the chandelier if needed and hang it up! Hang it in your living room, or above your dining room table! It’s the perfect finishing touch to any shabby home!

Photos and idea: Reloved Rubbish.

We’ve all drooled over those expensive mercury glass pumpkins from Pottery Barn, but we always turned them down because of the price. This year, make your own mercury glass pumpkins for a fraction of the price by simply going to your dollar store!

What You Will Need:

1) Plastic pumpkins from the dollar store

2) Krylon Metallic Spray Paint

3) Burt umber/dark brown acrylic paint

4) Matte white spray paint

5) Sponge/scraping tool

6) Spray bottle filled with water

7) Foam craft brushes

Step 1:

Spray paint the pumpkins with the matte white spray paint.

Step 2:

Spritz the pumpkins with water.

Step 3:

Spray 1 coat of metallic paint.

Step 4:

Immediately after spray painting, take a foam craft brush and your burnt umber paint, and dab the paint on random areas.

Step 5:

Using the metallic spray paint, spray short bursts of paint on the pumpkin.

Step 6:

Using a napkin, wipe down random areas to let the burnt umber paint shine through. For a rougher look, scrape off the paint using a sanding brush.

That’s it! Now you can display your pumpkins on your mantel, kitchen table, staircase, or wherever you like! Arrange candles around the pumpkins so the light can bounce off!

Photos and idea: Monica Wants It.