outdoor living Archives - My Repurposed Life® https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/category/diy/outdoor-living/ Rescue.Re-imagine.Repeat Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:38:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/favicon-1-150x150.png outdoor living Archives - My Repurposed Life® https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/category/diy/outdoor-living/ 32 32 How to make a Drop Cloth Hammock https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/how-to-drop-cloth-hammock/ https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/how-to-drop-cloth-hammock/#comments Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:38:10 +0000 https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/?p=35032 It's time for August's Power Tool Challenge. This month's theme is Use Unconventional Materials. I used fabric! Other projects include pipes and more! You'll love all the new ideas. I love my new DIY Drop Cloth Hammock!

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]]> https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/how-to-drop-cloth-hammock/feed/ 27 How to Move a Garden Shed https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/how-to-move-a-garden-shed/ https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/how-to-move-a-garden-shed/#comments Tue, 17 Feb 2026 02:48:10 +0000 https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/?p=54665 How to move a garden shed like a pro! With these tips and a video, you'll know just what to do when it's time to move your garden shed. This is a DIY, no need to hire the professionals for this job.

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]]> https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/how-to-move-a-garden-shed/feed/ 5 Spray Painted Outdoor Rug for Camper or RV https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/spray-painted-outdoor-rug-for-camper-or-rv/ https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/spray-painted-outdoor-rug-for-camper-or-rv/#comments Thu, 29 Jan 2026 01:20:01 +0000 https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/?p=44676 This spray painted outdoor rug project is so easy, you can do it this weekend! I'll give you tips and tricks to get great results when customizing your own outdoor rug with spray paint and stencils.

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]]> https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/spray-painted-outdoor-rug-for-camper-or-rv/feed/ 6 How to Refresh Old Plastic Adirondack Chairs with Spray Paint https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/how-to-refresh-old-plastic-adirondack-chairs-with-spray-paint/ https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/how-to-refresh-old-plastic-adirondack-chairs-with-spray-paint/#comments Wed, 08 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/?p=130629 Give old plastic Adirondack chairs a fresh look with spray paint. Easy DIY makeover that keeps furniture out of the landfill.

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]]> https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/how-to-refresh-old-plastic-adirondack-chairs-with-spray-paint/feed/ 4 small outdoor garden bench from reclaimed fence https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/small-outdoor-garden-bench-from-reclaimed-fence/ https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/small-outdoor-garden-bench-from-reclaimed-fence/#comments Sun, 17 Aug 2025 22:01:20 +0000 http://www.myrepurposedlife.com/?p=11371 Who doesn’t need a charming and essentially free rustic garden bench for their outdoor space? In this project, Gail Wilson shows how she transformed reclaimed fence boards into a simple and budget-friendly bench that works perfectly for potted plants or a quiet resting spot. With just a few basic supplies and straightforward steps, this project...

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]]> https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/small-outdoor-garden-bench-from-reclaimed-fence/feed/ 14 Hanging Solar Lights | Small Lanterns https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/hanging-solar-lights-small-lanterns/ https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/hanging-solar-lights-small-lanterns/#comments Thu, 10 Jul 2025 19:45:25 +0000 https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/?p=55374 It's time for our Dollar Store Design Squad projects! These clever dollar store hacks will leave you scratching your head wondering why you didn't think of it! Five fun projects to inspire you to visit your local store and make something fun for your home, yard, or feet!

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]]> https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/hanging-solar-lights-small-lanterns/feed/ 9 Dollar store Solar Lights on Landscape Timbers https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/dollar-store-solar-lights-on-landscape-timbers/ https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/dollar-store-solar-lights-on-landscape-timbers/#comments Thu, 10 Jul 2025 16:10:14 +0000 https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/?p=51390 I'm using up some old stuff from the backyard as decor for my upcoming new backyard space. I'll be doing some backyard camping this spring and summer in my own campground! This project uses more of my reclaimed landscape timbers and Dollar Store Solar Lights! I hope you love it as much as I do.

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]]> https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/dollar-store-solar-lights-on-landscape-timbers/feed/ 7 Vintage Toolbox Planter https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/vintage-toolbox-planter/ https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/vintage-toolbox-planter/#comments Wed, 04 Jun 2025 20:39:00 +0000 https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/?p=56321 It's a special edition of our Thrift Store Decor Challenge! This theme is repurposed planters. I chose to turn an old toolbox into a succulent planter. I hope you love it as much as I do! Be sure to check out all the other ideas from my friends!

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]]> https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/vintage-toolbox-planter/feed/ 32 Easy Reclaimed Landscape Timber Solar Light https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/easy-reclaimed-landscape-timber-solar-light/ https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/easy-reclaimed-landscape-timber-solar-light/#comments Tue, 03 Jun 2025 16:39:17 +0000 https://www.myrepurposedlife.com/?p=43737 I'm a sentimental sap, with silly attachment to things. I made a landscape timber solar light for my yard out of 25 year old landscape timbers that had my initials carved into it by my husband. As we become grandparents, it's important to remember that we raised a wonderful daughter who is married and raising a sweet son of their own!

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