1) Water decanter
We have glass water decanters, but I like to have a wine bottle or two on-hand for entertaining outdoors. You can fill them up and freeze them for later and if they get broken you can easily snag another one next time you finish a bottle of pinot.

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2) Plant nanny
Going out of town or just forget to water the plants? Try one of these plant nanny inserts from Napa Style and use your own bottle to as the water container.

3) Hummingbird feeder
We thought this one from What Allie’s Making Now is just precious. It’s whimsical and would be a pretty addition to any backyard. Read her how-to here.

4) Torch
This beautiful torch featured by Design Sponge is definitely a more difficult project, but adds a creative touch to any backyard decor.

5) Centerpieces
These centerpieces are gorgeous and probably wouldn’t be something you’d use everyday, but just imagine your first backyard gathering this spring and these gorgeous pieces atop your table.

What’s your idea? Please let us know so we can try it out.