There's no need to go out and buy expensive garden tools when you can make your own using everyday objects. In this blog post, we will discuss 10 fun and functional ways to use tools in your yard. From a simple hoe made from a kitchen spoon to a drill-powered weed whacker, we have got you covered. These projects are a great way to get into the gardening spirit, and they also provide a great opportunity to get creative with your landscaping. So get creative and start making your own garden tools today.
So what are you waiting for? Get started on your next gardening project with these 10 garden tool ideas.
1) A hoe made from a kitchen spoon
This is a great way to upcycle an old kitchen utensil. Simply take an old spoon and bend the handle to create a makeshift hoe. You can use this tool to weed your garden or loosen up soil before planting. To make this project even more fun, why not paint your hoe in a bright color? This will add a pop of personality to your garden. If you don't have an old spoon lying around, you can also use a fork or a small shovel.
Tool Tip: If you are using a metal spoon, make sure to wrap the handle in tape or cloth to avoid getting blisters.
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Time Required: 90 minutes
- Cost: Free (if you have an old spoon lying around)
- Materials Needed: Old spoon, tape or cloth (optional) paint (optional)
2) Organize Garden Tools in a Basket
This is a great way to keep your garden tools organized and within reach. Simply find a basket that is big enough to fit all of your tools. You can then use this basket to carry your tools around the garden with you. This is especially handy if you have a lot of gardening tasks to do in one day.
Though it won't last long for wide period of time but it will cost almost nothing and will help you to organize your gardening tools.
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Time Required: 60 minutes
- Cost: Varies (depending on the cost of the basket)
- Materials Needed: Basket, rope, (maybe) clip garden tools
- Tool Tip: Make sure to choose a basket that is sturdy and won't fall apart easily.
3) Make a Drill-Powered Weed Whacker
This is a great way to make use of an old drill. Simply attach a length of string or twine to the drill bit and you have yourself a DIY weed whacker. This tool is perfect for getting rid of pesky weeds in your garden. Just be careful not to damage any plants that you don't want to get rid of.
- Difficulty Level: Medium
- Time Required: 90 minutes
- Cost: Free (if you have an old drill lying around)
- Materials Needed: Drill, string or twine
- Tool Tip: If you are using a power drill, make sure that the weed whacker is unplugged when not in use.
- Safety Tip: Wear gloves and eye protection when using this tool.
4) Make a Garden Cart From an Old Wheelbarrow
Wheelbarrow can be easily convert to a garden cart. To move heavy loads of soil or mulch around the garden. To make this project even more fun, you can paint your garden cart in a bright color.
- Difficulty Level: Medium
- Time Required: 90 minutes
- Cost: Paid (if you have an old wheelbarrow lying around)
- Materials Needed: Wheelbarrow, paint (optional)
- Tool Tip: If you are using an electric wheelbarrow, make sure that the power cord is unplugged when not in use.
5) Make a Garden Bench From an Old Pallet
An old pallet can upcycle and it can be a garden bench. This is a great way to add seating to your garden. You can also use this bench to store gardening tools or other outdoor items. You can paint the bench in a bright color for better views.
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Time Required: 60 minutes
- Cost: Free (if you have an old pallet lying around)
- Materials Needed: Pallet, paint (optional)
- Tool Tip: If you are using a power saw, make sure that the blade is unplugged when not in use.
6) On the wall, hang garden tools on pegs
This is a great way to keep your garden tools organized and within reach. Simply find a spot on the wall where you can hang some pegs. You can then use these pegs to hang your gardening tools. This is especially handy if you have a lot of gardening tasks to do in one day. Furthermore, it will also keep your tools from getting dirty or rusty.
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Time Required: 90 minutes
- Cost: Free (if you have pegs and a hammer lying around)
- Materials Needed: Pegs, hammer, nails garden tools
- Tool Tip: Make sure to choose pegs that are sturdy and won't fall off easily.
7) Make a Compost Bin From an Old Trash Can
Old trash can be a ideal options for compost bin which is no longer in use. This is a great way to recycle kitchen scraps and other organic materials. Collect these tools and make your one-
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Time Required: 120 minutes
- Cost: Free (if you have an old trash can lying around)
- Materials Needed: Trash can, drill, drill bit garden tools
- Tool Tip: Make sure to choose a trash can that is sturdy and won't rust easily.
8) Make a Garden Hose Holder From an Old Tire
Old tire that is no longer in use, you can upcycle it into a garden hose holder. You can keep your garden hose organized and within reach. Just drill the holes in the bottom of the tire for drainage and you're all set.
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Time Required: 120 minutes
- Cost: Free (if you have an old tire lying around)
- Materials Needed: Tire, drill, drill bit garden tools
- Tool Tip: Make certain to go for a tire that is durable.
9) Drilled tin cans as plant markers
Most of the time when you're potting plants, you need some sort of plant marker to indicate what is planted where. You can buy these markers at any gardening store, or you can make your own from recycled materials. Simply take an old tin can and drill some holes in the bottom for drainage. Then, use a permanent marker to write the name of the plant on the can.
- Difficulty Level: Medium
- Time Required: 30 minutes
- Cost: Free (if you have an old tin can lying around)
- Materials Needed: Tin can, drill, drill bit, permanent marker garden tools
- Tool Tip: Choose a small can so that it won't take up too much space in the pot.
10) Make a Garden Fountain From an Old Water Pump
If you have an old water pump that is no longer in use, you can upcycle it into a garden fountain. This is a great way to add some interest to your garden. Plus, it will also help to keep the mosquitoes away. To make this project even more fun, you can paint the water pump in a bright color.
- Difficulty Level: Hard
- Time Required: 60 minutes
- Cost: Free (if you have an old water pump lying around)
- Materials Needed: Water pump,
Conclusion:
To sum up, there are many different ways that you can recycle old items into new garden tools. These projects range in difficulty from easy to moderate, and most of them can be completed in an hour or less. So next time you're looking for a new gardening project, consider upcycling an old item instead of buying something new. Not only will you save money, but you'll also be helping the environment.
