Do you ever feel like your backyard has been neglected? When it comes to decorating and maintaining our homes, it’s not uncommon for backyards to be forgotten. We spend so much time and energy on fine-tuning the inside of our homes, that we naturally forget to consider the outside.

Which is a shame, because there is SO much that can be done with a backyard. Your backyard has the potential to become the best entertainment area in your entire home.

What’s best is that you don’t even have to spend a fortune to make it happen. There are so many fun DIY projects that you can test out in order to turn your backyard into your personal Oasis. Here are 12 of our favorites.

1. Build a luxurious daybed out of pallets

If you’ve been considering adding furniture to your backyard, this hack may be the one for you. You can find pallets online for very cheap or even for free on Craigslist or at your neighborhood dump. Here’s a story of someone who made a daybed sofa all by themselves, using pallets, foam, old tablecloths, and some pillows.

2. Fold up bar

This one is a super cute idea and it’s great for anyone who enjoys hosting an outdoor party or having a drink in their backyard. For more specific instructions on how to create this cute little fold-up bar, click here.

3. Crochet hammock

Nothing screams luxury like a beautiful hammock where you can lay down and read a good book as you’re rocked to sleep… What’s even better is that you can make these hammocks in various different styles. This hack is a little more involved as it does involve crocheting, but if you like craft projects and are willing to learn, it’s not that difficult to pick up. Here are the tutorials on how to make different styles.

4. Cinder Block Bench

Cinder block benches are so simple to make that we recommend everyone who wants a sturdy, pretty, and affordable bench solution make one! You pretty much just stack some 2 x 4’s in the holes of the cinder blocks, add some cushions, and voila!

5. Waterfall Pond

If you had to choose between a pond and a waterfall pond, we know you’d opt for the waterfall pond. Having one installed can cost a lot of money, but you can make your own instead. Learn how here.

6. Bistro Table

This table is so cute, practical, and portable, and best of all, it only cost $15 dollars to make. You can find the tutorial on how here.

7. Pallet Bed Swing

What’s better than a pallet daybed? Perhaps, a hanging pallet bed swing! This way you can take a comfortable nap inside and outside of your home. Learn how to make one yourself here.

8. Tree Swing

Aaaand if a pallet bed swing is too big of a challenge for you, you can always opt for a simple tree swing instead. All you really need to ensure that this one works is a big sturdy tree in your backyard. You can learn how to make one here.

9. Marble Fence

This is a simple trick that can beautify any fence with a pop of color and light. All you need to do is drill holes in the desired areas of the fence until they’re big enough to fill with marbles. For more information click here.

10. Canned Jar Lights

Have you ever wanted to recreate lightning bugs in a jar without actually harming any lightning bugs? Well, then this is the perfect trick for you. Click here to learn more.

11. Rope Lighting

This is a fantastic way to light up your backyard without having to invest big bucks. Learn anything that you could possibly want to know about rope lighting here.

12. Pallet Planter

If you want to plant a lot of flowers or herbs in one space without having to invest in expensive potting, this is the perfect solution for you. Besides, the results are beautiful! Learn more about how to make this pallet planter here.

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