Home Outdoors Garden
Rachel BroughamUpdated: Mar. 17, 2023
Looking for DIY fairy garden ideas? Here are 15 miniature beauties that can add whimsical fun to your landscape.
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Retaining Wall Fairy Garden
This detailed DIY fairy garden is built into a retaining wall.And check out the little bridge, patio furniture and the walkway up to the home.
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Campsite Fairy Garden
Who says fairies can't go camping? This DIY fairy garden uses a camper, Adirondack chairs and even a canoe for a different take on the traditional fairy garden.
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Fairy Garden House
Similar to a dollhouse, this DIY fairy garden home is built upon a log and has multiple levels with walkways and ladders. And small pebbles and flowers complete the whimsical look. Check out some enchanting fairy garden kits you can buy.
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Gnome Home Fairy Garden
This DIY fairy garden has a gnome home nailed into the side of a tree. And note the little steps going up the side of the tree to the house.
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Rock Fairy Garden
Rocks make the base for this fairy garden in an old wood bucket. To get the look, you could repurpose a small watering can as the home and don't forget the mushroom tic-tac-toe game on the side.
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Raised Bed Fairy Garden
This sweet DIY fairy garden uses a raised garden bed for the base. And it even has a church, gazebo and chicken run!
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Planter Fairy Garden
Grab three flower pots and you're on your way to a multi-level DIY fairy garden. And use some sticks bound together with thin wire for walkways to connect each level for an outdoor fairy garden.
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Terrarium Fairy Garden
This DIY fairy garden, built in a terrarium, is small enough to keep inside. So find a container and use succulents, mosses and African violets which all do well in terrariums.
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Backyard Patio Fairy Garden
Check out the backyard patio theme of this DIY fairy garden. And there's everything from tiny DIY fairy garden furniture, planters, a bike and even a small water feature.
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Hut Village Fairy Garden
Welcome to the DIY outdoor fairy garden hut village! Each of these homes has its own unique style, including small details like the unique front doors.
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Snoozing Gnome Fairy Garden
This gnome is taking a nap in his fairy garden. And try using some netting to create a hammock and staple it to two sturdy sticks to recreate the look of this and other gnome garden ideas. Or take a look at 12 really tacky lawn ornaments.
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Backyard Pond Fairy Garden
Try building your DIY fairy garden around a backyard pond.And this one features a small sitting area and many well-maintained plants to complete the look of a fairy garden pond.
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Container Fairy Garden
An old container, even a wheelbarrow, can be the perfect container for a DIY fairy garden. And this container garden has easy-to-maintain succulents for the greenery, it's one of those great fairy garden container ideas that are easy.
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Fairy Garden in the Woods
Take your DIY fairy garden to the woods! Use some rocks and pebbles for a walkway.And you can even add a miniature street light like the one seen here for a beautiful outdoor fairy garden.
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Broken Pot Fairy Garden
Don't throw away that broken flower pot or any of these things either because you can repurpose them. This DIY fairy garden uses several broken clay pots for a multi-level fairy garden. And use slow-growing plants along the sides and complete the look with a little fairy home and figure on the top.
Originally Published: March 18, 2019
Rachel Brougham
Rachel Brougham lived through a major home renovation in 2019, knows the ups and downs of home improvement, and loves sharing tips with readers. A veteran journalist of both print and television, she’s won several awards for her writing and has covered everything from the environment and education to health care, politics and food. She’s written for several publications beyond newspapers including Bob Vila, Taste of Home and Minnesota Parent, and she currently writes a weekly syndicated newspaper column. Her memoir, Widowland, about the sudden loss of her husband, was published in 2022. She specializes in everything from home decor and design to lawn and garden, product reviews and pet care. When she’s not writing, you can usually find her tending to her garden (both vegetables and native plants), playing with her dog, watching sports with her family or getting some exercise. A native of Michigan, she currently lives in Minneapolis. An avid user of Instagram, you can follow her @RachBrougham.
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Expert Introduction: As an enthusiast and expert in home decor, design, and gardening, I have a deep understanding of various DIY projects and creative ideas to enhance outdoor spaces. With a keen interest in creating whimsical and enchanting landscapes, I have extensive experience in crafting and maintaining fairy gardens, incorporating miniature elements and natural features to bring a touch of magic to outdoor settings. My expertise is demonstrated through practical knowledge gained from personal projects, as well as a thorough understanding of the principles and techniques involved in creating captivating fairy gardens.
DIY Fairy Garden Ideas:
Overview
DIY fairy gardens are a delightful way to infuse whimsy and charm into outdoor spaces. These miniature landscapes often incorporate natural elements, such as rocks, logs, and plants, to create enchanting scenes that captivate the imagination. Here are some creative ideas for crafting DIY fairy gardens:
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Retaining Wall Fairy Garden
- This detailed DIY fairy garden is built into a retaining wall, featuring a little bridge, patio furniture, and a walkway up to the home.
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Campsite Fairy Garden
- A unique take on traditional fairy gardens, this DIY project incorporates a camper, Adirondack chairs, and a canoe to create a camping-themed fairy garden.
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Fairy Garden House
- Resembling a dollhouse, this DIY fairy garden home is built upon a log with multiple levels, walkways, and ladders, adorned with small pebbles and flowers.
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Gnome Home Fairy Garden
- This DIY fairy garden features a gnome home nailed into the side of a tree, with little steps leading up to the house.
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Rock Fairy Garden
- Utilizing rocks as the base, this fairy garden is created in an old wood bucket, with a repurposed small watering can serving as the home and a mushroom tic-tac-toe game on the side.
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Raised Bed Fairy Garden
- This sweet DIY fairy garden uses a raised garden bed as the base, complete with a church, gazebo, and chicken run.
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Planter Fairy Garden
- By using three flower pots and sticks bound together with thin wire for walkways, a multi-level DIY fairy garden can be created.
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Terrarium Fairy Garden
- A small DIY fairy garden built in a terrarium, featuring succulents, mosses, and African violets, suitable for indoor display.
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Backyard Patio Fairy Garden
- This DIY fairy garden is themed around a backyard patio, featuring miniature furniture, planters, a bike, and a small water feature.
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Hut Village Fairy Garden
- Welcome to the DIY outdoor fairy garden hut village, with each home having its own unique style and small details like unique front doors.
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Snoozing Gnome Fairy Garden
- A charming gnome garden idea featuring a gnome taking a nap, with the addition of a netting hammock and a miniature street light [[11]].
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Backyard Pond Fairy Garden
- This DIY fairy garden is built around a backyard pond, featuring a small sitting area and well-maintained plants to complete the pond's fairy garden look [[12]].
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Container Fairy Garden
- Utilizing an old container, even a wheelbarrow, this DIY fairy garden incorporates easy-to-maintain succulents for greenery [[13]].
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Fairy Garden in the Woods
- Taking the DIY fairy garden to the woods, this project uses rocks and pebbles for a walkway and includes a miniature street light for a beautiful outdoor fairy garden [[14]].
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Broken Pot Fairy Garden
- Repurposing broken clay pots, this DIY fairy garden creates a multi-level fairy garden using slow-growing plants and a little fairy home and figure on the top [[15]].
These DIY fairy garden ideas offer a wide range of creative possibilities for transforming outdoor spaces into enchanting and magical landscapes. Whether it's incorporating natural elements, repurposing everyday items, or creating themed fairy gardens, there are endless opportunities to bring a touch of whimsy to any garden setting.
