DIY birdbath

A pretty garden accent does not have to come from the garden center. This DIY birdbath is a great example of how a couple of thrifted odds and ends can come together to make something charming, useful, and full of personality. An oversized candlestick and an old pot lid turned into a one-of-a-kind birdbath that looks right at home tucked into the yard.

Transform your garden into a haven for feathered friends with this charming DIY birdbath project. This budget-friendly project not only recycles old items but also brings a touch of whimsy to your garden decor.​

So many times, bloggers are inspired by pretty pictures in magazines, but this time, Woman’s Day Magazine was inspired by this project to make their own birdbath. How cool is that?

Quick & Pretty DIY Birdbath

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DIY Birdbath Made From a Candlestick

Let’s see how this unique DIY birdbath came together.

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There was a fun Shop and Hop event in Indianapolis. I picked up a great, extra-large candlestick.

After I found the candlestick at Goodwill, I thought it might make a lovely side table. But then I rounded the corner to the pots-and-pans aisle and found this pot lid.

I turned it upside down, and voila! It was a perfect fit.

 

Mix Colors of Spray Paint to Get a Custom Color

While I was perusing one of the stores, I found a greenish copper patina, something or other. I said to myself, “Self, this is the color this birdbath wants to be.” Now, sometimes I have selective hearing, but usually when I’m talking to myself, I listen!

It’s a great idea to keep an eye out for spray paint on clearance. I got a great deal on this paint. The moss green and aqua seemed like a perfect combination to achieve that patina I fell in love with.

Then I sprayed it with the aqua spray paint, a little too heavy. oops!

Lightly misting with another color while holding the spray can farther away will give you a faded patina look.

Continue to Experiment with Mixing Colors

I took this photo so you can see the color difference. On the left is aqua, and on the right is moss green. In the middle is the birdbath, which is neither aqua nor moss green. But a good mix of both.

The moss green lid.

With a bit of aqua over the moss green to match the candlestick.

Look how nicely the lid fits into the little candle “hole.”

It’s perfect!

I love feeding the birds and watching them. I have a couple of concrete birdbaths already, but I figure I can always use one more!

Do you think it resembles a copper patina?

Pretty DIY Birdbath

Because the pot lid was so deep, I ended up getting a shallower enamel lid and painting it in the same way. It rests with the handle at the top of the birdbath in the same way.

Here’s the vase I painted. Did you know it’s this easy to change up thrift-store or yard-sale vases? Just add paint. I also painted a bunch of reclaimed glass with white spray paint. I have so much glass (leftover from my totem addiction)

This birdbath has been in my yard for over 8 years, and it has never tipped over. The lid has fallen or been blown out a couple of times. It still brings a smile to my face every time I see it!

With a little paint and a good eye for unusual pieces, you can make a DIY birdbath that adds color, character, and a welcoming spot for feathered visitors. It is budget-friendly, easy to customize, and still just as cute years later.

gail

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