21 Creative DIY Ways To Use Dollar Tree Garden Fences For Home Decor

Can you really DIY this or should you call a pro? While you definitely need to ask yourself this question for large scale renovations or specialist jobs like electrical rewiring, crafting decorations from Dollar Tree finds is an activity that pretty much anyone can tackle. And of all the things people pick up from the store's expertly-organized shelves, the ubiquitous Dollar Tree Black Garden Fence (previously coming in a more intricate style) is arguably one of the items that gets creatively repurposed the most.

With just basic crafting tools and the ability to follow step-by-step instructions, you'll be able to transform said fence into a decorative tabletop candle lantern, an airy, rot-proof fruit bowl, or a unique vase. Keen to tackle a larger project? Try your hand at creating a faux wrought iron headboard for your bed, rustic decorative windows for your wall, or a crystal chandelier that actually lights up. A few pieces of garden fence even make unique stencils for your next work on canvas.

Some projects demand you cut the fence into pieces for reassembly. It's made from a sturdy plastic designed for outdoor use, so you'll need sharp scissors to achieve this. A hot glue gun or craft glue is a necessity for most projects, as are cable ties and craft paint in your preferred or trending hues. Think creamy white for a modern farmhouse aesthetic and metallics for luxury vibes. Many projects also make use of wooden trays and panels, mirrors, jars, and adornments like glass pebbles, gems, and artificial flowers, which can all be found at Dollar Tree or elsewhere.

From the heady fields of lavender to white wrought iron patio furniture, the allure of the French countryside is hard to resist. To DIY a stunning garden gate planter French-style, cut a fence in half and spray paint it, then glue it to the inside of a metal tub. To finish the project, fill the planter with faux or real foliage. Alternatively, for a planter that can be hung on the wall, connect two fences on their flat side with cable ties, then tie the metal tubs to the fence lengthways. Paint and distress everything before adding your plants.

Have you always wanted a candle lantern like those you see sitting on mantles in homes in your favorite period drama? Create one yourself by cutting a fence into four pieces and painting and distressing them if you wish. Use E6000 to glue the pieces onto a square wooden piece or a 6 by 6-inch wooden box that you've stained in a rustic hue. If you want a larger lantern, use two fences and two boxes to make a rectangular lantern for two candles, and so on.

Twin wall sconces satisfy multiple functions in a home: they add aesthetic value while being practical in some way. Make the base for your new sconces by gluing cut pieces from a Dollar Tree garden fence onto a stained or painted wooden board to create an ornate design. Then, take apart a Plastic Display Easel and use these pieces as hooks, which can be attached with strong glue. Once cured, add other adornments. Bring nature indoors by hanging a houseplant-filled jar from sconces, or hang some jars filled with LED tealights. Add mirrors under the fence pieces to create a sense of depth in a small room.

If you don't consider yourself a talented artist but would still like to add some artwork to your walls in an easy, affordable way, try this cheat. Lay some canvases out flat on the ground (on newsprint or old linens to protect the surface below). Cut pieces from a Dollar Tree garden fence, lay them over the canvas in any pattern you wish, and spray paint the canvas. Once the paint dries, carefully lift the fence panels off and admire your creation. Work outside or in a well ventilated area indoors and wear a mask.

Wrought iron or steel bed frames with ornate headboards can be pricey. For example, a TUSEER Metal Queen Size Bed Frame with Vintage Headboard and Footboard goes for almost $140. Knowing how to DIY a stunning headboard on a Dollar Tree budget with TikTok's creative hack will, perhaps unsurprisingly, save you a lot of money. Simply connect together a bunch of garden fences using black cable ties and secure them to the wall above your bed with screws. You'll need somewhere between six and twelve panels for a queen or king sized bed.

To make a decorative mirror from Dollar Tree fences, first remove the scroll work from two, then glue them to the backside of a round mirror. Flip the piece right side up and glue on gems to cover any unattractive joins. Alternatively, cut two fences in half and glue them in a square around a pizza pan. Decorate the rim with a string of beads, gems, or any adornments you have on hand, then attach a round mirror. If you don't want a wrought iron-look mirror, paint the fences in your hue of choice right before gluing them.

For this DIY, you'll need four 8 by 10-inch picture frames (with matting) — the upsimples Picture Frame in Black would work — and three Dollar Tree garden fences, though you'll only use half of the third one. Cut the fences into sections, paint them white, weather the finish, and glue the sections within the frame (atop the glass). Glue the frames together to assemble the walls of your terrarium. Use cable ties to connect together the two final fence sections and glue them onto the frames to form a steeple-style roof.

To create wall decor, secure together four fences to create a vertical column. Add faux flora and encouraging phrase-adorned wreaths to each pair of fences. Alternatively, make it smaller with just two fences and one wreath, or paint four wooden picture frames and one fence (cut in half), then glue them all together to create a rectangular wall hanging. Hang a wreath from a ribbon in the center. Not feeling the wreath look? Instead of a wreath, add a simple bouquet of faux flowers to the center of your wall hanging or cover two parallel vertical sections in artificial moss.

Need something to keep your fruit from rolling all over the kitchen counter? Grab a Hanging Wire Basket when you pick up your single garden fence. You'll also need some black cable ties — ANOSON Small 4 Inch Zip Ties cost about $10 for 1,000. Remove the chain from the basket — save it for a future project. Cut the scroll work from each fence section in three parts using a craft knife, and reassemble them around the outside of the basket, connecting them with the cable ties. Finally, seal the bowl with food-grade shellac.

To create a sign holder that can be customized for each season, cut away the frame from each section of a Dollar Tree garden fence and spray paint them a neutral color — think white, cream, or gray. Attach the four pieces lengthways — overlapping the two in the middle — to a shiplap-looking plank. Screw in two eye hooks and hang your phrase sign. When another holiday rolls around, replace the central floral arrangement and sign with something appropriate for the holiday at hand. For example, a green and red poinsettia bouquet for the center and "Merry Christmas" signage.

This wall hook project is perfect for anywhere you need to improve your vertical storage space: an entryway, mudroom, kitchen, or the back of your wardrobe door. Plus, it's probably the easiest home decor project on this list! Cut the stakes and connectors from a garden fence and glue a piece of stained timber (or Dollar Tree wooden rulers) that spans the length of the fence along the front flat side. Finally, fasten a Tool Bench Hardware Wall-Mountable Metal Hanger with Hooks in black behind the wood with cable ties.

Between storing spices in the kitchen and displaying your treasured crystal collection, small, cute shelves undeniably come in handy. But just because they're practical, doesn't mean they have to be boring. Make a simple table or countertop shelf by cutting out a section of fence with a stake on each side, drill two holes in a piece of 1 by 4 timber plank, and zip tie it to the fence, right above the stakes. Cut two more stakes from extra fencing and glue them to the plank as a second pair of legs.

For this project, start with a large, heavy glass or ceramic vase. Cut the bottom rails from a Dollar Tree garden fence, then curve the remaining fence around your vase and cut it where it starts to overlap. Use black electrical tape or cable ties to join the two ends together. Cut more pieces of electrical tape and wind them around the adjoining scrolls, pulling them tightly around the vase. Spray or sponge white paint onto the entire vase. Once dry, paint just the fence with metallic paint so it stands out from the vase.

One of the simplest ways to create a decorative but not functional chandelier is to connect four of the Dollar Tree garden fences together in a circle, scroll side facing down. Attach three chains to the top so you can hang the fixture from a hook in your ceiling. If you want to make it functional, mount a lightbulb in the center or hide the battery pack for some string lights in faux foliage affixed to the top rim of the circle. To give it a true chandelier vibe, hang crystals from the scroll work.

Looking to add some interest to a blank living room wall? You don't have to be that crafty to put together a wall medallion. Plus, they're endlessly customizable. Cut the rails from a Dollar Tree garden fence and glue the scrolls onto a wood round in whatever circular arrangement you prefer. Don't be afraid to play around with shapes and styles until you get something you like. Then, embellish your creation: paint the entire project white and distress the finish, glue on some sparkly gems, or add your monogram to the center.

Looking for more of a challenge? This mantel decor or special occasion centerpiece project turns just two garden fences into a whole lot of home decor. Similarly to the vase project, wrap natural twine around the bottom of two vases and top them with garden fence off-cuts shaped into a circle using some wire. Then, attach a Glass Taper Candleholders to the bases. Glue the remaining fence pieces to a rectangular wooden sign fitted with twine-wrapped feet. Paint all items white, distress the finish, and disguise all the joins with decorative push pins.

Start with a premade square wooden box, a tray, or craft a box or tray yourself from square wooden boards. Build a square frame from sections separated from a Dollar Tree garden fence and glue that to the outside of the box or tray. Elevate the planter from the ground by affixing feet to the underside. Paint everything a uniform hue. Once dry, pop your favorite houseplant in its practical plastic pot inside the box. Take the plant out to water it or you'll risk rotting the wood.

As with many of the projects in this list, you need to cut the scrolls from the inside of the fence. Then, reassemble them into a cross-like shape, attaching them together with glue. No painting is necessary; it's the faux black wrought iron fence that gives this project its Gothic or medieval vibes. Period-appropriate adornment ideas include affixing glass pebbles, gems, or iron work-style push pins to the end of the scrolls or where they join. Another option is to adorn the center with silk wildflowers.

Want a pet bird but not the work? Live out the fantasy by building yourself a decorative birdcage replete with an imitation feathered friend. In similar fashion to building the aforementioned terrarium, join four sections of a fence together to form a box. Enclose the curved top with dowel pieces and paint the entire thing in your hue of choice. Add artificial foliage inside or outside and a clip-on bird. We like these Yolococa White Birds (they're giving us Christmas dove) for $14 or these adorable UPKOCH Fake Birds for $15.

If there's one decor item that screams modern prairie design aesthetic, it's the farmhouse window for your wall. Many crafters use wooden picture frames to imitate empty window panes, but you can also build the frames yourself from timber planks. Then, either fill said panes with scrolls cut from a Dollar Tree garden fence or add the whole fence to the top and bottom of a panel of panes. Whatever you choose, make sure to give everything a raw and rustic finish, distressing either the wood stain or the paint for a well-worn feel.

To create a hanging planter, attach some scrolls cut from a plastic garden fence to a Dollar Tree black wire hanging basket using zip ties. In fact, any old hanging basket will do — you just might need to buy more than one garden fence to cover a particularly large basket. Place your favorite houseplant in a pretty pot in the center and hang the basket from a hook in your ceiling. Make this project yours by spray painting the entire piece a dramatic color or using two-toned rope or leather straps instead of chain.