Do you like to express your creative side? Would you like to be able to start on fun new projects that will not cost a fortune? If you have just answered yes, you will love garden junk crafts.
A lot of people haven't heard of this kind of crafting, but once you get into it you will love it. To make items for the garden just use anything that you would class as junk. So get the family together and start making decorative or functional pieces that you can use outside.
The best way to begin is to gather things you can use to craft with. Choose anything that can last outside and get inspiration from previous projects that you can view online. Most items from around the home can be turned into something, but look out for old plates, metal containers and so on.
Now you need to think about what you will be making with what you have collected. Sometimes you will have instant ideas, sometimes you might have to do a little planning. A good first project is to make a planter as these are really easy and can be used at home. Decorating plant pots with the things you have collected also looks really good.
To make sure that you have everything you need before you start it is a good idea to get some of the basics together. If you are just starting out you should get hold of some strong glue, a few tins of paint, some string and of course your junk. Then as you get into your new hobby you can add other bits to your collection that will help you to be even more creative.
You might have large items that you have used in the home that you want to throw out. One of these are headboards that have been made from metal. These can be quite ornate and with a lick of paint you can totally alter their look. Use these in the garden as trellis's for your plants and they will be a real talking point. Not only are these sturdy they will also last for years as even if the metal starts to rust, it will look really good.
You might want to bring an artistic touch to your outdoor space. If this is the case why not create your own sculptures? Let your imagination run wild and make hanging decorations from strips of metal that are stuck together. Or why not take old glass jars and hang them from a broom handle, insert candles and you have a string of nightlights.
Large old metal tubs are perfect for using as large planters that can be moved around. Or you can turn them into stunning water features and paint the outside of them to change their appearance. Some people will also use bowling balls that have been sprayed to look like those spherical sculptures that cost a fortune.
With all of these suggestions to make a start with you will be spoilt for choice when you are deciding on which projects to go for. Start small and in no time you will be ready to take on something a little more challenging. With crafts like this you can make attractive pieces and help the environment by recycling at the same time.
A lot of people haven't heard of this kind of crafting, but once you get into it you will love it. To make items for the garden just use anything that you would class as junk. So get the family together and start making decorative or functional pieces that you can use outside.
The best way to begin is to gather things you can use to craft with. Choose anything that can last outside and get inspiration from previous projects that you can view online. Most items from around the home can be turned into something, but look out for old plates, metal containers and so on.
Now you need to think about what you will be making with what you have collected. Sometimes you will have instant ideas, sometimes you might have to do a little planning. A good first project is to make a planter as these are really easy and can be used at home. Decorating plant pots with the things you have collected also looks really good.
To make sure that you have everything you need before you start it is a good idea to get some of the basics together. If you are just starting out you should get hold of some strong glue, a few tins of paint, some string and of course your junk. Then as you get into your new hobby you can add other bits to your collection that will help you to be even more creative.
You might have large items that you have used in the home that you want to throw out. One of these are headboards that have been made from metal. These can be quite ornate and with a lick of paint you can totally alter their look. Use these in the garden as trellis's for your plants and they will be a real talking point. Not only are these sturdy they will also last for years as even if the metal starts to rust, it will look really good.
You might want to bring an artistic touch to your outdoor space. If this is the case why not create your own sculptures? Let your imagination run wild and make hanging decorations from strips of metal that are stuck together. Or why not take old glass jars and hang them from a broom handle, insert candles and you have a string of nightlights.
Large old metal tubs are perfect for using as large planters that can be moved around. Or you can turn them into stunning water features and paint the outside of them to change their appearance. Some people will also use bowling balls that have been sprayed to look like those spherical sculptures that cost a fortune.
With all of these suggestions to make a start with you will be spoilt for choice when you are deciding on which projects to go for. Start small and in no time you will be ready to take on something a little more challenging. With crafts like this you can make attractive pieces and help the environment by recycling at the same time.
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