There’s truly a project for everyone and every design style.

Below, we’ve rounded up 40 diybackyard ideasto help you get started on your outdoor refresh.

This setup is ultra-welcoming and can accommodate a large crewbring on the s’mores and bonfires this summer.

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A Beautiful Mess

Create a moody and striking contrast by pairing black decor accents with wooden features.

Take it up a notch by incorporating some string lights to create a dreamy escape.

This setup will prove both aesthetically pleasing and functional, bringing welcome brightness to the yard at night.

diy fire put in backyard with gravel

Fresh Mommy Blog

Style it with somefavorite throw pillowsto add some decorative flair.

Make Your Own Outdoor Movie Theater

Heathered Nest

What’s better than an outdoor movie night?

Bring in additional decor accents like a rug, string lights, and comfy seating to make it cozier.

diy pergola with string lights

Live Free Creative Co.

Yes, this elegant-looking, expansive table is handmade.

The serial entertainer will get plenty of use out of a furniture piece like this one.

Add some additional greenery to welcome some color into any neutral-colored spaces.

diy outdoor daybed with canopy

Ana White

This DIY garden shed couldn’t be cuter and is perfectly rustic chichow adorable is the flower box?

Add unique details likesome bright flowersor acontainer gardento bring color.

If you’re able to believe it, it’s totally possible to DIY your own gate.

diy outdoor movie screen

Heathered Nest

Whether you leave the wood natural or paint it is up to you.

This is great for adding a rustic touch to any space.

Hang a decorative sign for a bit of extra charm.

diy backyard bench

Anna Osgoodby

Save some cash and build your own using a couple of crates.

As a bonus, this setup offers plenty of storage for lanterns, decor, and more.

This stand was made using galvanized pipes and a blackout curtain liner.

diy outdoor dining table

Erin Kestenbaum

Design your own plant stand that will let all of your green friends shine.

If you crave something more colorful, just jazz this wooden piece up with a pop of paint.

It’s full of personality and will make you feel like you’re dining at your favorite outdoor cafe.

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DIY for Knuckleheads

Just grab some trim and get sewing.

This one is simple yet does the job wonderfully.

Customize it by painting the wood a fun color or staining it for a rustic look.

diy garden shed

Funky Junk Interiors

you could also paint the posts or add some flair to them using stencils if you would like.

Just add cushions and you’re ready to host.

Go bold with a bright pink if you wishthis cheery space is full of life and color.

diy garden gate

Francois et Moi

Note that the stripes on the umbrella complement the accompanying pots beautifullyit’s all about the little details.

You’ll appreciate being able to pop outside for ingredients as you cook your meals.

This darling wooden fence is perfect for small spaces.

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Board and Brush

This one even includes an adjoining swing set.

It will help keep your children occupied for hours on end.

Make your own with wood, paint, and stencils.

drink and dessert bar

Midwest Life and Style

It even contains curtains to block excess sunlight.

Let Fido Hang Outdoors

The Awesome Orange

Don’t forget about your furry friends, either!

Encourage dogs to lounge outside with the family by providing them with a comfy house of their own.

diy chickenwire trellis

Victorian Lane Farms

A cookie-cutter house can easily be altered to your child’s liking with supplies from the craft store.

This will makewatching a movie in the backyardfeel extra private, while helping to shield the sun by day.

A jute is always a nice option given its timeless design and durability.

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Feeling Nifty

Work in an outdoor-friendly pillow for some extra comfort and flair if you wish.

Add Faux Plants

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Worried about your green friends staying healthy in the backyard?

If you live somewhere where the weather is unpredictable, faux plants may be the way to go.

diy string lights

Taryn Whiteaker

These look quite realistic and add a lush touch to this patio area.

Place your favorites in chic planters and no one will ever guess that they’re not living plants.

diy sensory table

Our Gathered Cottage

diy outdoor movie screen

Effortless Style

diy two tier plant stand

Hammer & Handsaw

diy umbrella cover with pom poms

Hallstrom Home

diy patio umbrella base

Delia Creates

diy planter box

Jaclyn James

diy planter posts for string lights

Sugar Maple Notes

diy wooden chairs

Stacy Risenmay

diy rustic garden screen with string lights

Kezzabeth

diy backyard pond

Little Terraced House

tiled backyard coffee table

Boo & Maddie

diy umbrella plant pot

Hilary Prall

vertical herb garden

DIY Darling

diy garden fencing

Two Twenty One

diy swingset playhouse

Our Fifth House

diy garden bench

The House on Silverado

diy kids playhouse made of wood

Jen Woodhouse

diy doghouse

The Awesome Orange

diy sandbox

Sprucing Up Mamahood

diy greenhouse in backyard

Home Made by Carmona

diy playhouse makeover

The Posh Home

cloth hanging above hot tub

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outdoor dining area with pillows and rug

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fake plants by pergola in backyard

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diy outdoor painted rug on deck

Heathered Nest