Homemade products for the garden and cottages: interesting ideas. Useful tips for home and garden (do-it-yourself) We decorate flower beds and flower beds
Often country crafts amaze our imagination not only with originality, but with practical and elegant approaches to the remnants of various materials that every summer resident has in the barn. We have collected practical and exotic gardening ideas from improvised materials that show a new approach to the remnants of plastic pipes in the garden.
A simple sunbed with a frame made of plastic pipes is in the household of any summer resident. 
Assembly diagram of such a sunbed.
When there are not so many pipes left and there is no familiar builder who would regularly supply them, then you can advertise that you are ready to buy plastic pipe cuts for a symbolic price. In addition, there are projects where you need very little pipe - for example, decorating old furniture.
From plastic pipes of small diameter, you can make shelves - boxes for storage in the country.
Traditionally, plastic pipes are used to create greenhouses and greenhouses.
Plastic pipes are also useful for those who keep chickens.
They make convenient feeders for chickens.
If you like this principle of feeders, you can make your own modification of this simple device.
Plastic pipes are useful for creating a simple canopy in the country.
If you have a puppy, then you can make such a small aviary for him.
Let's not forget about cats, who also like to walk.
Even a country cart can be assembled using plastic pipes.
Or even a bike trailer. Most likely, you still need to adapt to driving with such a trailer. But it's better than riding a bicycle with a bag of hay on the frame.
You can even make a fence out of plastic pipes. It is difficult to recognize this option as a budget option, but maybe the owner of the fence got the pipes for nothing.
Let's move on from amazing exotic ideas to understandable practical ones. Reasonable cuts of plastic pipes will help us clean up the garden tools in the shed.
Small pieces of plastic pipes of various diameters will help to conveniently place the tool in the garage.
Even small scraps of different pipes will be used by a diligent owner.
Let's get acquainted with beautiful ideas for giving from plastic pipes. From a plastic pipe of large diameter, you can make a beautiful mosaic planter or a vertical flower garden. From thinner pipes, you can assemble a mobile rack for a garden hose.
Garden chess from a pipe and a board from paving slabs will create the atmosphere of quiet rest in a garden. And a cheerful flower garden made from improvised materials will enliven a boring fence with bright flowers of petunias planted in it.
See how beautiful garden lamps made from improvised materials can be.
More information on how to make such an unusual lamp with your own hands can be found in the article. "How to make a beautiful lamp with your own hands from a pipe"
In short, the technology for creating a lamp is as follows - both through cuts and surface strokes are cut with a hand drill, which create a more interesting volume in the lamp; parts of the lamp are bent by heating with a building hair dryer. It is strongly recommended to use fluorescent and LED lamps in the luminaire, which almost do not heat up. You can even use Christmas tree garlands inside the pipe. Peacock, for sure, would look gorgeous with such lighting.
Do not miss this wonderful opportunity to make useful and beautiful crafts for giving from improvised materials that are useless rubbish in your shed.
A summer cottage is the territory where you can give yourself the freedom to conduct numerous experiments and dream up plenty. This is manifested not only in interior design, but mainly in the design of the garden or vegetable garden. Inquisitive and resourceful owners have not been guided by expensive and standard methods for arranging their sites for a long time, since there are many alternative solutions for virtually all areas of activity.
There are several varieties of vertical beds that allow you to optimize the use of free space. Custom designs - a great opportunity to create an interesting design of the garden, vegetable garden, summer cottage.
This type of beds is in most cases used for growing ornamental plants or herbs.
Materials for manufacturing:
The length of the drainpipes is adjustable in accordance with the wishes of the owner of the site. However, bulky beds should not be made, as they can complicate movement around the territory.
Creating a bed
Stage 1. Create a container. To do this, we take a drainpipe, cut it in two lengthwise and put on special plugs on both sides.
Stage 2. We take the prepared metal holders, put them on the resulting frames for the beds.
Stage 3. We make holes in the pipe. They are made in those places where there will be metal fasteners.
Stage 4. We pass a cable or a strong rope through the holes made.
Stage 5. We fix the cable / rope with fasteners.
Stage 6. We fill the resulting beds with expanded clay and soil.
Stage 7. We plant plants in the beds.
Stage 8. We hang pipes to the chosen place. Sometimes a special wooden crossbar is placed for this, more precisely, a design in the shape of the letter “P”.
Step 9. Alternatively, you can make a special design for the pipes.
Important! A drainpipe bed is not resistant to strong gusty winds, so you should choose a place for it that is not blown from four sides by winds. Otherwise, the frame will quickly collapse, nullifying all your efforts.
A bed made from a plastic bag is another modification of vertical beds. It is extremely compact, functional and interesting in appearance. You can make such a bed in a couple of hours.
Materials for manufacturing:
- durable polyethylene film;
- sewing machine;
- priming;
- seedling.
In order for the bed to turn out to be strong, it is recommended to pay special attention to the thickness of the plastic film, which in this case will act as the "frame" of the structure. The minimum film thickness is 0.2 mm.
The process of creating a polyethylene bed
Step 1 . We cut out 2 rectangular pieces of film, the size of which corresponds to the size of the created beds. An allowance of one and a half to two centimeters should be left on each side. The recommended diameter of the beds is twenty centimeters.
Step 2. Sew the rectangles together, leaving only the top of the bag unconnected.
Step 3. We sew a handle to the future bed, the strength of which will withstand the weight of the bag filled with soil. It should also be noted that when watering, the weight will increase.
Step 4. Fill the bag with fertilized soil.
Step 5. We make horizontal cuts on the bag in increments of twenty centimeters. They are necessary in order to plant seedlings in the garden.
Step 6. We plant seedlings.
Step 7. Water the soil regularly and add the necessary fertilizers.
With these simple steps, you can get a cheap and useful garden bed.
An integral element of each suburban area is a compost heap. This is the place where all kinds of biochemical reactions take place that ensure the creation of fertilizers.
To create fertilizers that will satisfy all the requirements for them, several key steps should be carefully considered: creating a container and directly making the compost itself correctly. Let's talk about each of them in more detail.
Stage 1. We take eight supporting posts of the same length.
Stage 2. We process the lower part of the wooden posts with engine oil or tar.
Stage 3. We dig the posts into the ground so that they are reliable and stable. If the compost bin is located next to the fence, then 4 posts (that is, one side) can be attached to the fence. This will avoid having to dig 4 holes.
Stage 4. Between each two adjacent columns we nail the crossbars in such a way that in the end we get three independent sections. Be sure to leave gaps that will serve as ventilation holes.
Stage 5. In two sections, horizontally nail the boards to half the height of the pillars. In these places, it is planned to create two small doors.
Stage 6. There will be a large door in the remaining section, so only one board should be nailed. It should be located at the very bottom in a horizontal position, that is, like a regular crossbar.
Stage 7. Install the covers. To do this, you can use one large solid board.
Stage 8. We install the doors prepared in advance.
Stage 9. We provide doors with handles and latches.
Stage 10. We process wood using special impregnations.
Stage 11. We paint the box in any color that matches the preferences.
Many gardeners mistakenly believe that any components can be dumped into the compost heap. In fact, in order to create the right biofertilizer, the “ingredients” must be carefully selected.
Among the mandatory components of the compost heap are the following components:
- peat;
- ash;
- needles;
- tree branches;
- leaves;
- hay or grass;
- wood ash;
- plant roots;
- raw vegetables and fruits, etc.
All elements are randomly mixed in the heap. To speed up chemical reactions, it is recommended to cover the pile with a tarp (this is especially true in the absence of a box).
Trips to the country with the family suggest the presence of entertainment elements on the site that will delight children. The most common way to occupy young summer residents is a swing.
Building a swing yourself is not an easy task, but quite doable. Of course, you can always take a stick, tie it with a rope and hang the structure on a tree, but this can hardly be called a full-fledged swing. Real craftsmen prefer to build comfortable structures with a comfortable seating area.
Structural components:
- two logs;
- strong rope.
Indicators:
- log diameter - 85 mm;
- log length - 700 mm;
- the distance between the ropes is 500 mm.
Making a swing
Stage 1. We stretch the ropes between the logs.
Stage 2. We wrap each log with ropes.
Stage 3. We release the ropes out.
Stage 4. We tighten the ropes by 3 knots.
Stage 5. We fix the swing on the tree.
Important: such a swing is designed for only one person.
Garden path from improvised materials
There are several types of garden paths that you can easily do with your own hands.
Step 1. Remove the sidewall from the tire using a knife or saw.
Step 2. Cut the tires.
Step 3. We line the space with corrugated stripes.
Step 4. Paint the track with paint.
Step 5. Sprinkle with stone chips.
This is an economical option for those who do not want to rack their brains and spend time on a full-fledged garden path. Tire track is usually used for vegetable gardens, as it easily fits into the ground.
Stage 1. We paint the corks in different colors.
Stage 2. We dig a small trench.
Stage 3. We drive in supports to strengthen the future track.
Stage 4. We construct formwork using boards.
Stage 5. We install spacers along the edges of the trench.
Stage 6. We place crushed stone deep into the trench and carefully tamp it down.
Stage 7. We make a solution of sand, cement, glue and water.
Stage 8. Pour the solution into the trench.
Stage 9. We press the plugs in random order. Smooth multi-colored stripes look interesting.
These are the easiest and fastest ways to make a garden path without purchasing expensive materials.
DIY tools
The expression “everything will come in handy on the farm” turns out to be as relevant as possible when it comes to canisters. From this plastic container, you can make a large number of indispensable tools that are actively used in the process of country work.
To make this tool, we only need a sharp knife and a container directly.
Stage 1. Cut off the bottom of the canister.
Stage 2. We mark the cut line for the scoop on the container so that the handle from the canister is the handle of the future tool.
Stage 3. Cut off excess material.
As a result of these simple steps, we get an excellent scoop with a comfortable handle.
Materials:
Manufacturing
Step 1. Thoroughly wash the canister so that no odor remains in it.
Stage 2. We cut the canister vertically into two parts.
Stage 3. We make a groove on the plank using a woodworking machine.
Stage 4. We apply glue to the plywood and insert it into the bottom of the canister.
Stage 5. We paint the resulting shelf with a can.
Of course, this design will not withstand a lot of weight, but it is quite suitable for storing small parts.
Materials:
- 40 canisters;
- scissors;
- rope;
- paper;
- marker.
Stage 1. We pierce the top of the cans with a knife.
Stage 2. We make a stencil out of paper.
Stage 3. We apply it to the canister, circle it with a marker.
Stage 4. Cut out large holes with scissors.
Stage 5. We put the prepared canisters in several rows, tying each row by hooking the rope under the handles of the containers.
Stage 6. We tie the entire rows around the perimeter for greater strength.
Stage 7. If the cabinet is planned to be leaned against the wall, then we drill it to the surface.
Stage 8. We put heavy objects in the bottom row - stones or bricks.
The result is a fairly roomy and functional rack that will help get rid of the issue of storing many small parts.
Be resourceful and bold in implementing your ideas. Good luck!
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The private sector is for many associated with hard, full-time work. Plant a garden, monitor the growth of plants, harvest. All this, of course, must be done. But if you organize the whole process correctly, then the work will be a joy. And there will still be plenty of free time for recreation. And do-it-yourself homemade products for the garden and summer cottages, made with their own hands, will help in this. Someone will object that everything can be bought ready-made in the store. This is true. But, firstly, there is not enough money to buy everything. And secondly, the very process of making something useful from improvised materials can bring a lot of positive emotions.
Russian people have always been distinguished by resourcefulness and ingenuity. And a huge number of do-it-yourself homemade products for summer cottages and gardens, photos of which can be found in our article, are proof of this. We will offer for consideration only a few options that will be useful in any area.
Flowerbed-box
Many gardeners have recently given preference to flower beds located in boxes. They are elevated above ground level and fenced on all sides. Thanks to this, the care process is facilitated, and the garden bed looks more attractive and interesting. It is possible (or even recommended) to use such structures on nutrient-poor soils.
Homemade for the garden involves the use of improvised materials. Therefore, for the construction of the box, you can use boards left, for example, from building a house. If they are not available, you will have to purchase them in the store. Of these, a box of arbitrary sizes is constructed. Dimensions will depend on the size of the site, its style and the plant that is planned to be planted there. The height of the side is made approximately to the knee, so that the layer of fertile soil is thicker.
A metal mesh with a medium-sized cell is fixed to the bottom of the manufactured box. It will protect against the penetration of rodents and moles. If there are none on the site, then you can do without a grid. From the bed-box you can easily make a small greenhouse. Its height is chosen taking into account the plants planted there.
Drip irrigation
Homemade products for the garden will simplify such a difficult process as watering plants. You can make a drip irrigation system. This will require a large barrel (metal or plastic), a hose, capillaries (you can make holes in the hose at a certain interval) and various connections (tees, clamps, and so on).
The barrel is raised approximately 1.5-2 m from the ground. For this, a special stand can be welded from metal corners. Thanks to this, the system will have a stable pressure. From the barrel comes the main hose. A filter must be installed on it so that debris does not clog the system. Capillaries are fed from the main hose.
Do-it-yourself sprinkler
Homemade products for summer cottages and gardens will allow you to create something necessary and useful on the site from improvised means and materials. For example, from old plastic bottles that are always thrown away, you can make a sprinkler for the garden. It will allow you to process and water plants of various heights. A sprayer is attached to the watering hose. To a long stick (the longer, the better), the same atomizer is screwed with the nozzle up. The lever is fixed with a thread in the pressed state.
In a 1.5 liter bottle, a hole is made in the neck with a red-hot nail. A bolt is inserted into the hole and secured from the outside with a nut. The bolt must be drilled through with a drill. A hose is put on it and secured with a clamp. After applying pressure to the system, the nozzle unwinds and water is sprayed.
Tire compost pit
Old car tires are one of the most popular and affordable materials for making homemade garden products. You can even make a compost pit out of them. You only need 4 of them.
One of the tires that will serve as the base is cut. One side is cut off. From the rest, two sidewalls are cut off to make rings. Next, you just need to install the tires on top of each other in the designated place.
Bench
After all the work in the garden, you can relax. And on this account, you can also choose a suitable version of homemade homemade products for summer cottages and gardens. With a small set of tools and materials, you can make an attractive streamlined bench. It will become a place where you can relax and unwind.
From the materials you will need:
- A sheet of plywood (preferably from pine) measuring 90 x 90 cm and 1.6 cm thick.
- Reiki from the same tree in the amount of 7 pieces (2 cm thick, 9.4 cm wide and 140 cm long).
- Boards 2 x 6.9 cm and 100 cm long in the amount of 3 pcs.
- Boards 2 x 6.9 cm and 140 cm long in the amount of 9 pcs.
The parts will be fastened with self-tapping screws 0.5 x 5 cm. In addition, glue for connecting wooden elements, wood varnish, turpentine will be useful.
The plywood sheet is cut into three pieces. A template is drawn on them for cutting the sidewalls and the central crossbar. The shape is cut with a jigsaw. On the back, 3 notches are made for the rails that will hold the structure.
Homemade products for the garden will help make your country life more pleasant and easier.
Today, a dacha is not just a garden with a house. Nowadays, the dacha becomes a place of summer recreation. And any vacation implies a beautiful and cozy environment, so that everything around us pleases our eyes.
Therefore, in recent years, the fashion for the creative design of your summer cottage has been gaining more and more strength. Moreover, decorating flower beds is not the only possible direction for ennobling your dacha. There are a huge number of photos with ideas for giving. But the M.Art company offers only modern types of landscaping using the latest technologies.
It is possible and necessary to decorate the territory of the dacha with improvised means: old things, unused furniture, parts from cars, and the like.
Thus, you will not only get rid of trash and decorate the cottage, but also enjoy and satisfaction from the work done.
We will tell you in detail below about the best ideas for giving your own hands.
craft ideas
In the decor of the site from improvised means, your main assistant should be your imagination. For example, plastic bottles can become both an original flower bed and guiding paths.
In addition, it is easy to create animals and birds from bottles and decorate your territory with them. Ordinary stones are also a good material for decoration. They are often used to frame their own pond.
Car tires have long been the best flower beds, but now they have learned to make swans and other animals from them.
Ideas for children's play areas
Dacha is a family place, and if so, then it is necessary to provide rest not only for adults, but also for children. And best of all, children will have their own play area.
If you have large trees growing on your site, they are well suited for creating a swing. Creating sandboxes, treehouses and slides: here is an incomplete list of interesting ideas for giving in a children's play area.
original fence
If a person is first evaluated by clothes, then dachas are judged by a fence. And the more unusual the idea of \u200b\u200bdecorating the fence, the more impressive the guests will be.
You don't need anything supernatural to give your fence its own face: just paint and imagination.
By cutting out stencils of pictures, and then transferring them to the fence, you can achieve impressive results. Any picture made to scale can become a stencil, it's just up to your taste and patience in coloring.
Flowerbed - the best decoration for a summer residence
One of the oldest, but never out of fashion, country decor solutions are flower beds. The original flower bed contains not only an unusual containing vessel (be it a tire, a cart wheel, a jug or a home-made container of a non-standard shape), but also the flowers that grow on it.
Therefore, it is necessary that the coloring of the flower bed is one composition with the planted flowers.
In addition, the flowers themselves show how they are looked after, and serve as an indicator of the diligence of the summer resident and his love for his garden.
Scarecrows are an original idea for giving. They are used by very few summer residents due to the stereotype of their use as a scarecrow. However, if you use the original decor in creating a scarecrow and not limit yourself to the standard scarecrow figure, you get a very unusual and eye-catching country decoration.
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Decoration of the place of rest
In the summer, coming to the dacha, you want not to hump in the garden, but to relax in the fresh air. Therefore, the more comfortable and beautiful you arrange a place for rest on the site, the more pleasant it will be there.
You can place a lot of things in the recreation area, for example, your own pond. It is not difficult to make it, it is enough to dig a hole in size, cover it with a material that does not allow water to pass through (polyethylene will do), and decorate it beautifully with stones on the sides, then fill it with water - the pond is ready!
Also now they often arrange a barbecue area, gazebos in summer cottages, you can hang a hammock from a tree. Garden tiles for transitions greatly change the impression of ordinary walks around the site.
Some people prefer outdoor activities. For them, the installation of sports equipment in the country will be very to their liking - you can put a horizontal bar, bars and rings - we get a mini-gym in the fresh air.
How to decorate your site is up to you. With great imagination and due perseverance, the summer cottage is quite capable of even becoming John Tolkien's "hobby hole"! Or another fabulous corner, good luck!
Photo ideas for a summer cottage with your own hands
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