Dollar Tree Porch and Patio Makeover on a Budget

[@lizfenwickdiy]

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[@adventurebythemile]

I’m from Missouri also!!! Great to see a home girl!!

[@lorrainegardner7624]

The title is misleading. Not even half way, through she bought almost all of it on Amazon, walmart and idea. I like the ideas for sure, but the title dollar tree makeover implies the supplies came from dollar tree.

[@helenbonanno4804]

$20 Planters @ is not budget friendly in my book, maybe $5 Dollar Tree planters would be a lot better!!!!

[@angiebolton6059]

@@helenbonanno4804 $20…those ferns are $40 for 2 and that rose tree is around $75. Although the ideas are cute,they’re definitely NOT budget friendly. This isn’t Dollar Tree hacks, that’s for sure.

[@MsDeanie1]

I used to didn’t like the idea of artificial flowers outside but considering I’m not at my home for a number of days….it’s an excellent idea 🤗🤗🤗

[@Marie-sn8zo]

Love than all, but the lighted globe is my favorite. I like the faux plants and flowers you used and I would try them outside. My concern is how they hold up in rain, etc.

[@lisamalcolm6916]

Just LOVE the front door decorations , I never realized you can paint a design on the outdoor mat such a smart idea!! The planters with the ferns are such a pretty welcoming touch. We just bought our house and I am going to do those for the front of our house , so thank you Liz for the inspiration 💕💕

[@DebbieMartindill]

Patio

[@stamper1330]

I bought a "door mat" from Ikea and was surprised when I read 'for indoor use only wth

[@DesireeDAlessandro]

Why is this video titled Dollar Tree Porch Makeover when tons of products are from Walmart, Home Depot, Amazon, Ikea, etc...

[@cindycarlson-fitch5101]

I live in central Texas and after one summer with our sunshine fake flowers would be so faded there would be no way to put them back out next year. I buy bags of flower seeds in early spring for under $10 and get a wide variety of flowers that grow quite quickly. It helps if you get bags that have flowers that are native to your area. I grow a lot of other plants from seed for other garden areas and pots. As a retired lady on a very limited budget, this is the only way to grow. So many flowers will reseed themselves for next year plus I collect seeds and trade with friends to get more new plants for next year. I do. NOT have a green thumb. Sure I kill off some plants, so does the 100 plus heat we get every summer! Probably kill me off too eventually. I try to do all my outside stuff as early in the morning as possible but as a late night person, sometimes that doesn't work out to great. I am sure sometimes my neighbors wonder what is that crazy old woman doing after midnight in her Yard! 😊😊 I have a flashlight that straps on my head. Yes, maybe I am a little crazy, but it beats trying to go out in 110 degree heat😂

[@jessicavaquero6640]

Cindy! Fellow Texan here. I just got into gardening and I love it. That heat though! I ended up getting loads of plants from Lowe’s that were on clearance because they were nearly dead. I do not have a green thumb either but what do you know, they ended up just like new. I’m trying to grow from seed with little progress but I may have picked a non-native species. I’ll have to try again.

[@Blackowl22]

FYI There are similar planters as the ones you paid $20 at Walmart at the dollar tree + section for $5. I will definitely do #4 and the hack with the dollar tree broom sticks 😅 thank you!

[@lukec.9819]

Great ideas, but I would prefer using live plants ...keep the butterflies happy ..❤❤

[@lindabirkes-lance8915]

I like the idea of sticking the little purple and green leaves around the edge of the garden.

[@Denise_B17]

Liz I absolutely love your DIYs. You are so creative. Love these ideas. Thank you for sharing.

[@lizfenwickdiy]

Aww thank you so much!

[@cindywiemers9149]

Nice “Patio” ideas Liz!!! Thanks. And yes, to the faux plants, 100%!!!! Love ya, Cindy 💗🌻

[@robinwoods9961]

I have watched both of your channels for years. I started watching you when your hair was brown. I would definitely use faux flowers outside. Because I'm all about anything that is easy and beautiful 😍

[@rgvtexas8391]

Fake is the way to go when you can't grow the real thing.

[@lizfenwickdiy]

That is me! Haha

[@londawhitt6841]

😊👍👋 this isn't a dollar tree makeover!

[@kellyanne7225]

Easily 1,2 and 4. I’m not above fake foliage outside! 👍🏼 Your last craft reminded me of a craft that I did when I was in 2nd grade. We did paper mache on balloons. When the paper mache was dry, I remember being too scared to pop that balloon! 😂

[@Mona-pn6nj]

I have a beautiful flower garden but to add more color I add faux colorful flowers throughout my yard. Adds more of a variety and whimsy. Love it. ❤

[@ang8541]

I love them all!! They are all so pretty, but my favorite planter is the planter made from quickcrete and a balloon!! Awesome diy😊

[@jenlunt6699]

I love all the faux flowers! Great ideas you’re making me shop like crazy❤

[@susanbarnes5285]

If you’re concerned about plants that come year after year, use perennials in your planters. Economical & ecologically friendly- not a fan of faux anything..

[@BoujieMa58]

I'll be trying the hanging mason jar solar light in plant and number 10. Believe it or not 10 was my fav (for this vid)

[@kanases]

I would never put faux flowers in my yard, they're very tacky!

[@jovankaschnipke67]

I put some out along with my real flowers and I love them!!!!!

[@kellyanne7225]

Not if we’re the only ones who know they’re fake! Even so, I can’t grow anything except mold. Fake is my best friend! 😊

[@kanases]

@@kellyanne7225 This is true... I've seen some ugly plastic ones that totally look fake tho. I like the look of the fake ferns she used.

[@barbaradigennaro1450]

Great ideas. Don't have a patio I have a balcony. I can still use your ideas. Thank you. Have a blessed day

[@elizabethYtorres]

Anyone else kind of tired of the repetition? 😂

[@marshabaron7514]

I think I would try soaking a few paper towels in the quikcrete and applying that to the balloon. It might be easier than applying it with your hands.

[@marshabaron7514]

You could also use rags or newspaper.

[@nilufersenyuva7087]

Loved all of the DIY's, they all are very unique and easy to do. Thanks for sharing it 😍🥰💝

[@skelly0424]

I really like the rug with the stencil

[@monicakeller7494]

I love the artificial plants!! They look like real plants!!!

[@micahlalovewell534]

I really like these PATIO hacks!

[@michellefarrell4493]

I'm going to try and do them all. When I move into my next house, I'll have to try them.

[@ruthannhendricks7614]

Loved all your projects! Never occurred to me to use the faux plants outdoors but yours were beautiful. Loved the rug and solar lights too!

[@dbly704]

Every last idea was amazing! Thanks for sharing your tips tricks and ideas❤

[@runsoffsarcasmcoffee8303]

Hey Liz - how do your artificial flowers hold up in the weather? I am not that far away in the midwest and am really curious. I have vicious squirrels that LOVE to eat any flowers I try to plant.

[@melaniegrant9681]

The robust ferns and flower bundled pots looked great!

[@barbshea9274]

Great patio ideas. Thanks Liz

[@Lasuth82]

Anything I don’t have to spend a lot of time watering is a great hack for me!

[@cherylfrench2526]

Misleading title. Just about everything was bought elsewhere, except the embellishments and fake flowers. Everything, from start to finish should have been bought from Dollar Tree.

[@allisonspivey1855]

How do you keep your faux florals looking bright and beautiful throughout the summer? I tried spraying mine with a “clear coat” floral spray, but it still ended up fading. Thoughts?

[@whatsamacallit3833]

I would not use plastic plants in my yard or planters. They will deteriorate outside. They will fade and weaken and break. Plus they just look cheap. But- the ferns do look pretty good but I bet they won't last too long. Do you ever really sit outside at dark? You don't look like you have a screened in area. Don't the bugs eat you up? LOL.

[@kimberlyt4361]

Thank you for sharing links to the products used. Also, I love the ferns. Artificial flowers are perfect on my covered patio ❤

[@thesignatureimage8810]

Hi Liz! I'm a new subscriber. Wow...I love your videos. I plan to make #1.

[@krisa8649]

1, 2 I did from someone else, 6, maybe 7 if it what I think it is - You Tube always covers so much of the screen up with creators promo video blocks 😞

[@kathycleriucuzio5245]

I’m not a mushroom fan, but the two you spray painted and put in your planter looked great. Also, might have to try the quickcrete planter - love it and it gives me so many ideas😊👍🏻

[@dreamie9868]

The concrete balloon planter was so cute!

[@daniellewilliams7510]

Patio. 🙃 Thank you for all the budget friendly ideas. We just moved into a new house and it definitely needs some front and backyard tlc. When I was younger my dad actually used the idea of planting fake flowers outside. It looked great until they were too faded. They should have been switched out long before that happened. But looked nice until then.

[@lindaluebrecht1616]

I have been planting faux flowers for 3 years. Raccoons started digging up my planters 😡

[@cherylvisher8533]

I have a small balcony but you gave me some wonderful ideas .I love the broom stick solar light idea and yes I'd put faux plants in my yard if I had one .I do not have a green thumb mine is black I kill all my plants so faux is the way to go .thanks Liz.

[@Crafty_Chari]

I love the solar lantern in the broom handle! I'm gonna try that one. As for the fake plants and flowers outside? That's a no for me. I have lots of fakes inside my home but outside I love real, gardening is a passion for me. However I will say this - the ones you used are stunning!

[@MelissaWebb-ut1yg]

Awe so so beautiful, I want to try them all !! Such great ideas !! 👍🏼🙏🏼💜💐🌻🌷🌺

[@traceywarnock2609]

Wow the comments r crazy I have a suggestion that I use put clear spray paint on your fake flowers it makes them last longer cuz sun fades everything I love clear spray paint I spray everything I put outside so no fading just a suggestion thanks for your great ideas

[@shannonsullivan1968]

The faux stems are way cute for sure. If you put them outside in your yard I would suggest not putting them anywhere there is loads of sunlight. They will fade and not look very good.

[@terirachelsims8928]

For outdoors, Temu has wonderful UV-protected greenery and florals at great prices.

[@marnidillon8659]

I actually have a hanging planter near my front porch with faux flowers. It’s a place that needs color but due to the overhang of the gutters I can’t get my normal stuff to grow.

[@adelecruzmorris7358]

WOW, everything looks fantastic. 🎉 Do you wash the brushes after use, or do you toss them out?

[@candicecassel1110]

❤ every diy…👍👍👍

[@evasochocki5209]

Patio. I was thinking why don't you leave the planters blue they're very pretty but then after you painted them I like them better

[@sportshockey5430]

If I`m going to spend money on new pots, I`m not going to spray, paint them; I do like your faux flowers with sponge to insert them into.

[@Battlerapme]

The linear paint lines on the container might be easier accomplished by using an empty plastic that previously held fishing line or bracelet string and rolling it in the paint then over the surface. Seems like less work and a more consistent pattern/line.

[@michellebryant4114]

😢 My Dollar Tree Store doesn't have flower pots . My Stores in my area are small over half the things you show they don't have 😢

[@zlatamontgomery1593]

Broom handle great. Idea Because a lot time we need litgh. More up. 🆙 thank you 🙏 for this idea. Zlata Florida.

[@joancaruso170]

I am not sure where you got the brush at I don't see it listed did I miss it? I did miss it I put my readers on. Thanks Liz have a great weekend.

[@pamfite9912]

I enjoyed the video and the faux plants that you used. My favorites are #4 & 9…

[@jenniferrivera1707]

Nope, only real flowers and plants ( with the exception of the pinwheels).

[@bobbiesumpter2643]

I am for sure doing 4, 5, 6, and 10! They are all great ideas!

[@jessicamarie3718]

I was just outside the other day using my floor swifter in the whole front and back of my house!! I used the dry wipes f9r the dust and the sprayer and cleaner wipes after!! It really did a good job!! Also love these ideas!! Already dud the broom stick solar light hack as well as in tiki torches! Also took a pack of fake vines and created a growing vine going up the back of my house in the yard with some fairy lights. Still in the process of finishing this wish I could post pics!

[@lizfenwickdiy]

Awesome! Thank you so much!

[@donnastuart1808]

I love the planter idea. I have to give that a try... I had no idea you were from Missouri so are we 😊

[@candyland4280]

I've said it before, my dollar tree doesn't carry some of the stuff , nice crafts

[@kimswrld5321]

I really like all of them especially the flower pots but yes your tittle is a lil misleading 😊

[@icooley7391]

Patio is Spanish for "yard." For sure #8 and #10

[@christinepearson9449]

Patio I’m going to try #10 but make a bowl not a planter!

[@loisrohling5277]

Hey Liz, is that blue planter plastic or ceramic?

[@robinhartley-ferguson6940]

Where did you find the extender pole to clean high places?

[@castanedagus]

Love your ideas. Greetings from Los Angeles

[@debraacastillo3846]

PATIO.... I LOVE FAKE. CUZ I KILL ALL MY REAL FLOWERS

[@noemimatias5835]

Thank you for your greats ideas . I love all

[@FlyGirl-ji7kz]

You already done this try something new

[@ShelbyPalmer-o5b]

And the dollar tree broom stick solar light!

[@jeanneranee]

OMGee!! I live in Missouri too!!! Yay!! 😁

[@kellybarman4473]

I thought you lived in Kansas?

[@Helen_Of_Troy]

Love the quickcrete planter! I just wonder how fragile it turns out to be, there is no frame/base to it, maybe I'd add some paper towel to the mix or even some fabric. But in this case, not sure if the shape would look as organic as it does without added stabilizers like paper or fabric. Really love the planter. Does anybody know how sturdy it turns out to be? Does it break/crumble easily?

[@satwantiesharma4006]

are all your plants fake ? just curious

[@junecharles9269]

Oh my word LIZ!! What an awesome video. I just happen to have some faux flowers in my closet and a planter that I recently bought. Now I know what to do with both of them. I'm going to decorate my porch. You're awesome! Love your brilliant ideas. We don't always have to use real flowers. The faux ones are just fine. 👍🏼😉😊🌷🪻⚘️🪴 Enjoy your summer ☀️. ❤

[@marystaples5869]

Fake all the way... I would help my mother in law each year plant her fake flowers In her flower beds. She had been doing that for about 15 years. She just didn't want to worry about watering them and them dieing on her. They looked great! Have a fabulous weekend! Take care. Blessings

[@GazelleCreativeStudio]

GREAT Projects!!! TFS.

[@lizfenwickdiy]

Thanks!

[@stephanieward6224]

How do you keep fake plants clean?

[@dorothybunot5994]

Hi Liz, where did you find those things behind your furniture with the planter boxes in they're Paul wood, can you let me know that would be so great?Thank you

[@jarhead5974]

I have been using faux flowers since last year. What a relief not having to spend money on the dirt, fertilize and the numerous flowers. All I had to do was bring out the planters that I stored in my garage WITH the faux flowers in them from last year. Flowers I bought from Dollar Tree and Hobby Lobby, and they did not fade from the sun. So much fun and such less work. Arlene

[@cherylbasil1656]

These are some awesome DIY's, so beautiful. I'm definitely trying some of these! Ty Liz! 😊

[@pennyhaase744]

PATIO 🎉❤ Yeah….Im going to try ALL of them especially the solar light ones !!

[@Hey_its_just_me_to]

And that’s a no on fake flowers!

[@eileendoherty4861]

I got my faux flowers on TEMU 20 bundles of assorted for 18.00

[@PeggyPrevite]

Liz, can you share where you purchased the faux ferns by your front door and if they are they UV resistant?

[@lizfenwickdiy]

Shop Here: My Earrings: amzn.to/4bDK0Mf My Tank Top: amzn.to/4bl8XMK Walmart Planter: bit.ly/4byKCDz Faux Ferns: amzn.to/3QLLEDv Pink Boxwood Flowers: amzn.to/44KiwCz Faux Lavender Monkey Grass: amzn.to/44Quaf9 Outdoor Cleaning Tool: amzn.to/4dIIlqu Yellow Rose Tree: amzn.to/4dF7lz8 Terracotta Planter: bit.ly/3K1zrXx Purple Boxwood Florals: amzn.to/3yiZszh Ready-Mix Stucco: amzn.to/3wDQCM0 Flex Seal: bit.ly/3P0UUnl Floor Stencils: amzn.to/3WI4Gyx E6000: bit.ly/4bHphaH Glue Gun: bit.ly/4bmGqGn Gorilla Glue Sticks: bit.ly/3K8gUsZ Cement Spray Paint: bit.ly/3P9kJ3I Quickcrete: bit.ly/42UeVAY

[@HLR701]

My favorites are 1, 5 and 7

[@BoujieMa58]

...I forgot to type PATIO😊

[@dtropepe]

Planters are beautiful Liz TFS : ) I like the idea of using fake plants outside

[@jeanscroggins5520]

Awesome ideas. I got some faux flowers this year also. I love them. Patio! Have a blessed day.

[@teresaholland4790]

Yes I kill lavender where I live

[@ruthshellnorth-troup7351]

I put the four plants out. This is my second year and everybody comes by my yard says oh my goodness you have the prettiest plants they don’t know that they are not real, but I love putting out fall plants. I don’t have to worry about watering them blood in the water holes all the way up to the flower bed. I love what you done. It is a great idea.