DIY Fairy Gardens
Both kids and adults will love these fairy garden ideas! Get a variety of creation options below.
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Four Step Fairy Garden
Want to learn how to make a fairy garden the easy way? This DIY fairy house uses clay pots and takes only four steps! Click for the how-to.
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Mini Beach Oasis
Create your own beach fairy garden and bring a sense of seaside enchantment to your home or outdoor space. It’s so easy to put together!
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Broken Pots
Photo Credit: Angie Holden
No need to throw broken pots away! Turn them into a cool garden with a staircase and a pool on the second level.
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Spring Fairy Garden Wreath
Photo Credit: www.thecountrychiccottage.net
If you want to decorate with your garden, this wreath is the perfect way to do it. You’ve got mushrooms, gnomes, a door . . everything you need for spring decor.
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Birthday Party
Photo Credit: mericherry.com
These cute and colorful gardens were done as a birthday party activity! They use a variety of craft supplies as well as recycled materials. I love the results!
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Tiny Teacup
Photo Credit: seevanessacraft.com
A garden – in a teacup? It seems so “smoll,” but it works! This is a cute idea for Mother’s Day or just for desk inspiration.
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How to Make a Fairy Garden Terrarium
Photo Credit: thegoodheartedwoman.com
This is a great idea if you’d like your garden to be portable! Also it’s perfect if you’d like to use terrarium plants and have the system be self sustaining.
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Circus Theme
Photo Credit: www.houseofhawthornes.com
Do fairy gardens need real fairies? Not necessarily! This one includes a clown, ferris wheel, and flag bunting.
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Make a Magical Desktop Fairy Garden
Create a desktop garden with gnomes, woodland animals, and other forest accessories. Customize with glitter and embellishments. Perfect for remote workers!
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Halloween Fairy Garden with Terra Cotta Pots
Learn how to make the cutest Halloween fairy garden with terra cotta pots and acrylic paint! Add ghosts, pumpkins, skulls, grave markers, and other decorations of your choice.
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Gypsy Caravan
Photo Credit: acraftymix.com
I just about died when I found out this was made out of a lunchbox! It’s the perfect place for your wandering little gnomes to find solace before they move onto the next destination.
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Fairy Garden Table
Photo Credit: innerchildfun.com
This table is a never-ending project for the kids this summer! This space provides: 1) plenty of inspiration for imaginative playtime fun; 2) learning opportunities about various plants, and 3) fresh herbs for summer recipes.
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DIY Fairy Garden Night Light
Photo Credit: www.thehowtomom.com
Bring a spark of joy and magic to any space with this garden. You can make it with your kiddos and use it as an actual night light for their rooms!
PS – don’t forget to check out our mason jar nightlights too.
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Spooky Pumpkin Terrarium
Photo Credit: diycandy.com
Learn how to make a spooky pumpkin terrarium for your Halloween decorating! Perfect for adding gnomes and fairies as well as any other holiday touches.
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Fairy House With Twigs and Moss
Photo Credit: whatsonmyporch.blogspot.com
If you’re looking to make a garden that’s a bit more natural, this little fairy house uses twigs, moss, acorns, and many other natural materials.
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Terra Cotta Pots
Photo Credit: www.salvagesisterandmister.com
I showed you one option for clay pots at the beginning of this post – this is another version! I love the natural elements including stones and moss.
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Radio Flyer
Photo Credit: www.norinesnest.com
Not sure what to do with an old wagon? A fairy garden is a great idea! It’s the perfect size, can stay outdoors, and you can move it around as needed.
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Clock with a Swing
Photo Credit: acraftymix.com
What I love about this garden is that it just goes to show you – don’t discount ANY container you find! Even if it was originally a home decor item. If it can hold dirt, it can be a perfect vessel for your fairy garden.
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Dollar Store Fairy Garden Play Set
Photo Credit: thetiptoefairy.com
Not everyone wants to make a garden with plants! If you have very small children, you might want an option that’s more like a sensory bin. This is that great option, using Dollar Tree supplies.
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Go Vertical
Photo Credit: salvagedliving.com
Take your whimsical garden vertical with this natural setting, complete with an actual fairy garden and swimming hole.
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Prince and Princess
Photo Credit: www.glitteronadime.com
Craft a dreamy fairy garden with your kids! Follow this delightful guide for a fun, affordable, and creative bonding experience.
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Dinosaur Garden
Photo Credit: gluesticksblog.com
Remember Land of the Lost? That’s what these darling, prehistoric garden reminds me of! Perfect for kids that love dinos.
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Autumn Pumpkins
Photo Credit: hellognomedecor.com
Fairy gardens aren’t just for summer. They can be maintained all year! I love this version with a pumpkin house.
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Garden with a Gate
Photo Credit: Lucy Atkins
Make a beautiful garden with charming painted rocks and a sweet little arch for visitors to walk underneath.
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Popsicle Sticks
Photo Credit: www.kenarry.com
Create a simple indoor garden for succulents with this cute terrarium. Most of the materials can be found in your yard or craft stash, including the popsicle sticks! I love how they were used to make signage, doors, and a bench.
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Log Cabin Fairy House with Twigs
Photo Credit: fairygardendiy.com
Different types of fairies and gnomes require different styles of lodging! Learn how to make a twig themed log cabin with this tutorial.
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Fairy Farm
Photo Credit: kidfriendlythingstodo.com
This is the “Green Acres” of fairy garden dwelling! Complete with a tractor, barn, weather vane, and hay bale.
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Plastic Bottle Fairy House
Photo Credit: inhabitat.com
We love crafting with plastic bottles around here! You can use grout and pebbles along with natural materials to make a safe spot for gnomes and fairies.
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Enchanted Fairy House Planter
Photo Credit: kidfriendlythingstodo.com
This is a fun fairy garden that isn’t too hard to maintain – because the house itself is an actual planter.
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How to Protect your Outdoor Fairy Garden
If you’ve spent time on your outdoor fairy garden, you’ll probably want to protect it from the elements! Here’s my secret for making it last.
Felicia is an enthusiastic fairy gardening author who loves to share the joy of gardening with the world. She has a passion for creating beautiful and unique fairy gardens, and loves to share her knowledge and experience with her readers. Felicia is an expert in creating fairy gardens that are both whimsical and practical, with a focus on practicality and sustainability. She believes that fairy gardening is a great way to bring a little bit of magic into your everyday life. Felicia has written several books about fairy gardening, specifically focusing on how to create and maintain an enchanting fairy garden. She also has a blog dedicated to fairy gardening, where she shares tips, advice, and inspiration with her readers. Felicia loves to travel around the world to discover new ideas and techniques, and to explore different cultures and customs. She is passionate about bringing the joy of fairy gardening to everyone, and is always looking for new ways to make it even more enjoyable.