As the warm embrace of summer envelops us and longer days tempt us with adventure, we become eager to unleash our creativity and fill our warm days and nights with unforgettable memories.

 

We are excited to share our collection of fun summer DIY projects that are sure to bring joy and help foster closer relationships within your family – while maybe adding a unique spark to your beautiful home.

 

 

Outdoor Projects

 

Create a Fairy Garden

 

Anyone at any age can create a fairy garden! All you need to do is select an area of your garden that your family would like to decorate, then collect your fairy-themed decorations like a gnome or enchanted knick-knacks that create a little village for your beloved garden fairies! Here are more ideas and inspiration.

 

 

Build a Bird Feeder or Birdhouse

 

Building a bird feeder or house is an opportunity to become familiar with basic woodworking skills and encourage excitement for nature. After you complete the project, hang it outside, where you can enjoy watching birds visit throughout the summer. Here is a “how to” for a 2-hour bird-feeder project.

 

 

DIY Home Projects

 

Star Bunting

 

Everyone loves a DIY project that spruces up the indoors; star bunting is no exception. You need bandanas, string, modge podge, and tacks to begin creating star bunting. Then, follow these steps:

 

1. Cut the bandanas into star-shapes
2. Stiffen them with the modge podge
3. Tack them to the string
4. Hang the star-covered line where everyone can see

 

 

Marble Art

 

Marble art is as easy as grabbing old nail polish, watercolor paper, toothpicks, and scrap paper and then opening your imagination. Apply the nail polish on the watercolor paper and spread it with the toothpicks to create your masterpiece. Here is a step-by-step tutorial.

 

 

Activities

 

 

Outdoor Movie Night

 

Outdoor movie nights can combine creativity, creation, and entertainment all in one activity. In your backyard, follow these steps:

 

1. Find a blank (preferably light-colored) wall or set up a projection screen
2. Set up your seating by arranging outdoor furniture or even bringing out cushions, blankets, and pillows from inside
3. Use your projector to project the film onto the screen
4. Set up ample sound for an enjoyable night
5. Don’t forget the snacks! To make this event even better, take a family trip to the store and let everyone select their favorite snack or drink to share

 

Here are more outdoor movie night tips.

 

 

Homemade Popsicles

 

Summer isn’t complete without homemade popsicles. The best part is: They’re easy! It can be as simple as gathering your family’s favorite juice, toothpicks, popsicle sticks, plastic wrap, and ice trays. Blend the juice, pour it into the ice trays, cover it with plastic wrap, pierce the toothpicks or sticks through the wrap and into the juice, and then place it in the freezer. Once frozen, pop the little ice pops out of the trays and enjoy! Try all of these flavors.

 

 

The Right Home for Your Summer Plans

 

We hope you and your family enjoy these fun summer activities! Explore our quick move-ins currently available in prime Maryland and Northern Virginia community settings and indulge in thoughtful new home designs that present exceptional spaces for your next DIY adventure.