The 2021 #ShowEmYourDIY: 22 DIY Ideas to Transform Your Sad Backyard Into Your Favorite Place - Emily
This roundup gathers 22 reader-submitted backyard makeovers and small-scale builds that turn neglected yards into functional, stylish outdoor rooms. Projects range from painterly [[deck murals]] and a reclaimed-window [[greenhouse]] to a vintage [[clawfoot tub]] salt bath, a faux-[[marble patio floor]] and budget-friendly stenciled concrete. There are structural DIYs like a confidence-building modular [[pergola]] and built-in [[stucco sofa]], practical installs such as a stock-tank [[pool]] with a custom deck and a modern DIY [[BBQ station]], plus landscaping solutions—gravel pathways, pea-gravel staircases, turf patches and faux [[green walls]]—that emphasize low cost and high impact. Each entry includes materials, costs, and step tips so readers at varied skill levels can pick ideas to try this summer, focused on achievable renovations, thrifted finds, and visual transformations. The tone is encouraging and practical, offering links and cost breakdowns for every featured build.