Wednesday, May 9, 2012

The Upcycled Garden Volume 1: Using Recycled Salvaged Materials In Your Garden

 I love an old-fashioned, cottage garden! What better way to showcase those worn and imperfect antiques and flea market finds than to incorporate them into your garden landscape? This is the perfect way to personalize your outdoor haven and add character to your garden! Take a look at these charming examples of ways you can add architectural salvage and vintage finds - recycled and repurposed - to your garden! 






This old frosted glass light fixture makes a beautiful new bird feeder or birdbath





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Here, old window frames with well placed chandelier crystals form a unique garden divider


An old window hung from a tree adds interest and shape to your garden




This vintage colander is now a hanging planter with built in drainage!



Old drawers, crates and boxes make unique wall planters






An old garden shovel is used as a trellis from Cottage in the Oaks





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Here, an old high chair adds charm and interest



This potting bench was made from old salvaged materials; from dr Molly

I like to hang planters from my trees in the front yard, but it would look lovely on a front porch as well. I am going to make two more and hang in a grouping of three.  Fill planter with dirt and add your favorite plants.



Add a vibrant painted chair to your garden



A mirror in the garden adds interest as well as dimension



Paint the frame a bright color! by deardaisycottage



an old horse buggy used as an outdoor planter


Wall planter made from old license plates


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Barbed wire trellis by Thedustyraven via Etsy









Another great use for old jars is to use them as planters: just add wire! from Hutch Studio



















Paint an old wood pallet and use to hide trash cans or air conditioner units by Camelot Art Creations













I LOVE purple in the garden! Don't be afraid to add bright colors with paint for exciting accents. Here, the shutters, bench, and hanging flower pot are all painted purple.




Every garden needs a door, even if it leads to nowhere...
photo by Swede13 via Etsy









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What do you think about using these items in your garden? Have you tried anything like this in your own garden? Tell us!


What do you think?

Have a great week!
Laura

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