Give your outdoor space a makeover on a budget with these cheap and easy DIY backyard ideas.
![100 Cheap and Easy DIY Backyard Ideas](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/backyard-ideas-2020.jpg)
Creating a relaxing and inviting yard doesn’t have to break the bank! From DIY outdoor furniture to small backyard landscaping ideas, there are plenty of outdoor projects here for inspiration. These budget-friendly DIY backyard projects include ideas for wood pallet decks, pergolas, fire pits, planters, porch decor ideas, landscape designs and much more. Whether you are looking for DIY garden ideas or back patio projects, there are plenty of ideas to improve your curb appeal!
With some creativity and basic do-it-yourself skills, you can create an outdoor space that your family and guests will love to spend time in. These DIY projects will allow you to entertain, relax in the shade and enjoy the nature from the comfort of your yard. So, get started building your own backyard oasis!
Outdoor Patio Furniture Ideas
![Wood Pallet Daybed](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/daybed.jpg)
Wood Pallet Daybed from Pretty Prudent
![Outdoor Entertainment Table](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/993d8618b98bd3f5ca4384e2fe7ed1f1.jpg)
Outdoor Entertainment Table from Hallmark Channel
![Pallet Coffee Table](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/pallet-outdoor-table.jpg)
Pallet Coffee Table from BHG.com
![wooden outdoor bench](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/d66c0439-c873-444f-93df-8e148582cb97.jpg)
Wooden Outdoor Bench from eHow
![Diy backyard Pallet Patio Bench](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/pallet-bench.jpg)
Pallet Patio Bench from RK Black
![DIY Backyard Pallet Bar idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/1001pallets.com-outdoor-pallet-bar-600x450.jpg)
Backyard Pallet Bar from 1001 Pallets
![X-Leg Wooden Bench with Crate Storage](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/wooden-x-leg-outdoor-bench.jpg)
$40 X-Leg Wooden Bench with Crate Storage from The Kim Six Fix
![Reclaimed Wood X-Stool](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/lady-goats-280489883024568682.jpg)
Reclaimed Wood X-Stool from Lady Goats
![Backyard DIY Bar Cart](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Mueble-para-barbacoas-DIY-hecho-con-cajas-de-madera.jpg)
Backyard Bar Cart (source unknown)
crates + wood stain and sealer + caster wheels
![DIY Backard Patio Daybed idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/pallet-day-bed1.jpg)
Back Patio Daybed from Lovely Greens
![Pallet Sectional Sofa](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/handmade-pallet-cushioned-sectional-sofa.jpg)
Pallet Sectional Sofa from 101 Pallet Ideas
![DIY Patio Lounger in the backyard](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/loungers.jpg)
Patio Lounger from Instructables
![Simple backyard DIY Seating idea made from cinder blocks](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/101120217.jpg.rendition.largest.jpg)
Simple Outdoor Seating from BHG.com
![Block Table Legs](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/101257989.jpg.rendition.largest.jpg)
Block Table Legs from BHG.com
![Simple outdoor DIY Bench](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/eada688e-8346-4d7e-9d62-46d2a4bd6c92.jpg)
Simple Bench from eHow
![backyard DIY Cinder Block Bench idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/bench-15.jpg)
Cinder Block Bench from Creating Really Awesome Fun Things
![Concrete Block Bench](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/diy-modern-outdoor-furniture-cinder-block-bench-20037-354-01.jpg)
Concrete Block Bench from Contemporist
![DIY backyard Patio Sofa and Love Seat idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/DIY-Patio-Sofa.jpg)
$45 Patio Sofa and Love Seat Tutorial from Fabulessly Frugal
![Pallet Back Porch Seating](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/7b77a89c6c1fff82ebac464347ef81cb32d89009.jpg)
Pallet Back Porch Seating from Apartment Therapy
![DIY Outdoor Pallet Table](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/coffeetable_diy2.jpg)
DIY Outdoor Pallet Table from Joy Ever After
![DIY Backyard Pergola idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/DIY-2393091_dseq113_3_final11.jpg.rend_.hgtvcom.616.462.jpg)
Backyard Pergola from HGTV.com
![Outdoor Adirondack Furniture Set](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/DIY-Outdoor-Furniture-Woodworking-plan.png)
$45 Five Piece Outdoor Adirondack Furniture Set from Saved by Love Creations
![DIY Easy Bistro Table](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/2x4-Bistro-Table.jpg)
$15 Easy Bistro Table from The Shabby Creek Cottage
![](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/DSC_1951-min-e1471677404265.jpg)
Super Frugal Backyard Pergola from The Created Home
![wooden Fence Table](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/DSC_0140a-680x1024.jpg)
Fence Table from Sensible Sara
![Terracotta Pot Accent Table](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/IMG_4336.png)
Terracotta Pot Accent Table from Thrifty and Chic
![Planter Pot Table](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/IMG_19631.jpg)
Planter Pot Table from Dukes and Duchesses
![wine barrel table](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/string-lights-decoration01.jpg)
Barrel Table (original source unknown)
large barrel + glass top + moss + string lights
![Outdoor Coffee Table made from large galvanized metal tub](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/diy-metal-bucket-patio-table.jpg)
Outdoor Coffee Table from Remodelaholic
![DIY Rope Ottoman Chair for the backyard](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Screen-Shot-2017-05-30-at-1.26.18-PM.png)
Rope Ottoman Chair from Style Me Pretty
![Backyard Wood Deck Cooler](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Wood-Cooler-How-To-Tutorial-Deck-Party.jpg)
Backyard Wood Deck Cooler from Fog Hollow Cottage
![Rolling Cooler Ottoman](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Screen-Shot-2017-06-02-at-9.24.30-AM.png)
Rolling Cooler Ottoman from Home Depot
![diy backyard Rolling Bar Cart](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/5038212846_354140a1cd.jpg)
Rolling Bar Cart from Anything Pretty
![Sew Easy Outdoor Cushion Covers](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Outdoor-Cushion-Cover-Tutorial-3.jpg)
Sew Easy Outdoor Cushion Covers from Confessions of a Serial DIYer
DIY Fire Pit Ideas
![backyard DIY Fire Pit idea Using Concrete Tree Rings](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/F05U2MQHHS9W2LP.LARGE_.jpg)
$50 Fire Pit Using Concrete Tree Rings from Instructables
![One Hour Washing Machine Drum Upcycled Firepit](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/firepitDIY010.jpg)
$10 One Hour Upcycled Firepit from House and Fig
![DIY Backyard Paver Fire Pit idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/How-to-build-a-DIY-firepit-for-60-8.jpg)
$60 Backyard Paver Fire Pit from Keeping it Simple
![Stone Fire Pit](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/finished-firepit.jpg)
Stone Fire Pit from Old World Garden Farms
![Brick Fire Pit](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Firepit2-1024x768.jpg)
Simple Brick Fire Pit from Tuff Guard House
![](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Firebowl-fire.jpg)
Tabletop Firebowl from Today’s Creative Life
![Tabletop Fire Pit](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/DunnDIY-SeattleWA-TabletopFirePit-28_170127_102739.jpg)
Tabletop Fire Pit from Dunn Lumber
![Easy Inexpensive DIY Backyard Firepit idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/DIY-Inexpensive-Firepit-1.jpg)
Easy Inexpensive Backyard Firepit from Thrifty Little Mom
![Cinder Block Fire Pit](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Cinder-BLock-Fire-Pit.jpg)
Cinder Block Fire Pit from Prepper Ways
Swings and Hammocks
![DIY backyard Pallet Swing Bed idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/swing-bed.jpg)
Pallet Swing Bed from The Merry Thought
![DIY Tree Swing](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/TreeSwing5.jpg)
Tree Swing from The Merry Thought
![easy Rope Swing](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/4gtkvd8qkejm816876s9506a4f9ee167c.jpg)
Rope Swing from Dukes and Duchesses
![Hammock Stand DIY backyard idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/DIY-Hammock-Stand-via-herecomesthesunblog.net_.jpg)
$40 Hammock Stand from Here Comes the Sun
![Macrame Hammock](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/e72bdfe3-65c6-44fe-9c5a-93f4891db608.jpg)
Macrame Hammock from eHow
![Swing Chair](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/pallet-swing-chair.jpg)
Swing Chair from Instructables
![Pallet Swing Diy backyard idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/pallet-swing.jpg)
Pallet Swing from Instructables
![backyard Swinging Chair](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/HCH7TU6_mu.jpg)
Swinging Chair (source unknown)
cotton rope + outdoor fabric + cushions + tree branch or small wood post
Inexpensive DIY Backyard Lighting Ideas
![Grapevine Lighting Balls in a tree](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Grapevine-lighting-balls-1600x750.jpg)
Grapevine Lighting Balls from Lynne Knowlton
![Dollar Store Hanging Lanterns from backyard fence](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/IMG_4542.jpg)
Dollar Store Hanging Lanterns from Running with Scissors
![Rope Light Walkway](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Rope-Light-Walkway1.jpg)
Rope Light Walkway from Christmas Lights Etc.
![Outdoor Light Poles DIY backyard idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/DIY-Outdoor-Light-Poles-Everthing-you-need-for-outdoor-lighting-from-Lowes.jpg)
Outdoor Light Poles from City Farmhouse
![](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/IMG_4290.jpg)
Rustic Garden Gate from Kojo Designs
![Hula Hoop Chandelier](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/1.jpg)
Hula Hoop Chandelier from Sarah on the Blog
![String Light Poles](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/tree-post.png)
String Light Poles with Concrete Bases from Home Depot
![Tree Branch Candles](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Screen-Shot-2017-06-04-at-8.51.14-AM.png)
Tree Branch Candles (source unknown)
tree branch + drill and large drill bit + tea light candles
![Rock Candle Bowls](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/diy-outdoor-lighting-24.jpg)
Rock Candles (source unknown)
gravel + empty glass jar + tiki fluid + wire basket + wicks
![](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/bocce-ball-3.jpg)
Tree Trunk Lights from Lauren Jones Home
![Grapevine Balls Chandelier](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/allthingshearthome-1-copy.jpg)
Grapevine Chandelier from All Things Heart and Home
![Lighting Posts](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/100_0866.jpg)
Lighting Posts from The 1000 Block
![DIY Solar Chandelier backyard idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/sub-buzz-15533-1479433873-3.jpg)
DIY Solar Chandelier from Buzzfeed
![Backyard Landscaping Lighting](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/long-pin-glowing-orbs2.jpg)
Backyard Landscaping Lighting from The Art of Doing Stuff
![Wine Bottle Tiki Torches](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/How-to-make-a-Wine-Bottle-Tiki-Torch-RYGblog1.png)
Wine Bottle Tiki Torch from Redeem Your Ground
![Cheap backyard Lantern idea using a tuna can](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Candle-Lantern-with-hurrica_thumb.jpg)
Cheap Outdoor Lantern (using a tuna can) from In My Own Style
![Tin Can Lanterns](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/DSCN3931-Copy.jpg)
Tin Can Lanterns from Grow Creative
![Recycled Wine Bottle Torch DIY backyard idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/finalblue.jpg)
Recycled Wine Bottle Torch from Design Sponge
DIY Walkway and Deck Ideas
![Pallet Wood Deck](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/d56fd640c4dabe0b06927912a0b7e525.jpg)
Pallet Wood Deck from Simple Easy Creative
![Simple Floating Deck](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/F3H1QCPFXA2ZK8W.MEDIUM.jpg)
Simple Floating Deck from Instructables
![DIY Walkway using wood boards and gravel](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/344b4c4ad61b501176fffd0bf56e7054.jpg)
Easy Walkway (source unknown)
wood boards + gravel
![Pallet Wood Walkway DIY backyard idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Easy-walkway-idea-16.jpg)
Pallet Wood Walkway from Funky Junk Interiors
![Easy Backyard Makeover](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/img_6109.jpg)
Easy Back Patio Makeover from Jennifer’s Mentionables
![Cement Cobblestone Path](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Cement-Cobblestone-Path.jpg)
Cement Cobblestone Path (source unknown)
![Rubber Door Mat Stepping Stones](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/24.jpg)
Rubber Door Mat Stepping Stones from Monica’s Creative Room
![DIY Walkway Using Picture Frames and concrete mix](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/walkway-using-picture-frame.jpg)
DIY Walkway (Using Picture Frames)
concrete mix + picture frames
Landscaping and Planter Ideas
![Lattice Privacy Screen](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/BHG-screen-fence.jpg)
Lattice Privacy Screen on a Budget from Four Generations One Roof
![DIY backyard secret garden idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/secret-garden-trellis-1024x682-1.jpg)
Secret Backyard Garden from Not Just a Housewife
![DIY backyard Tea Pot water Fountain surrounded by flowers](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/DIYHowto-DIY-Fountain-Landscaping-Ideas-01.jpg)
Tea Pot Fountain Water Feature from Hometalk
![Flower backyard Landscaping Border Along Fence](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Best-Front-Yard-and-Backyard-Landscaping-Ideas-for-Your-Home-36.jpg)
Planted Flower Garden Border Along Backyard Fence (source unknown)
![backyard DIY garden bed edging with river rocks](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/100_2451.jpg)
Edging for Garden Beds from Dr Dan’s Garden Tips
![DIY Backyard landscaping idea along fence](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Back-Yard-One-Year-Later-Feature-Image.jpg)
Backyard Makeover from Confessions of a Serial DIYer
![Tipped Wheelbarrow Planter lined with rocks flower garden backyard landscaping](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/diy-wheelbarrow-planter-backyard-ideas.jpg)
Tipped Wheelbarrow Planter from The Honeycomb Home
![River Rock Planter Border DIY backyard idea](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/IMG_35171.jpg)
River Rock Planter Border from Ella Claire Inspired
![rustic garden with rock borders and hydrangeas](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/rustic-garden-diy-29-of-40.jpg)
Cheap and Easy Garden with Hydrangeas from Pine and Prospect
Other DIY Backyard Ideas
![DIY Bottle Opener for backyard patio or porch](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Cedar-Bottle-Opener.jpg)
Bottle Opener from Shanty 2 Chic
![garden Hose Holder](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Garden-Hose-Holder-DIY.jpg)
Hose Holder from Shanty 2 Chic
![DIY Sturdy Planter Posts](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/planted-posts.png)
DIY Sturdy Planter Posts from I Should Be Mopping the Floor
![DIY Pallet AC Cover for backyard](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/DIY-Pallet-AC-Cover.jpg)
Pallet AC Cover from Making Manzanita
![basic kids DIY tree house for backyard](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/5ba159856722b52e4c3be0545e70c1a37282623e.jpg)
Basic Tree House for Kids from Apartment Therapy
![](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/sdc11999.jpg)
Glass Marble Fence from Garden Drama
![DIY Chevron Lattice Trellis](https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Easy-to-build-chevron-lattice-to-add-height-and-interest-to-your-flower-beds-for-spring.jpg)
Chevron Lattice Trellis Tutorial from Remodelaholic
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booker says
i an a fan of almost anything diy.
Clara Rodriguez says
will like ideas of cement books walkways
thanks
RK says
Great Ideas
Mei says
Perfect,
Thank you so much..
Love it your ideas and pinterest😘
Tanja Fellerhoff says
Nice to find new ideas for a back garden
Gwen Womack-Senders says
Wonderful ideas!
Thats why I love my Pinterest page!