This is just a charming idea. See how to make wine cork magnets over at the blog Make the Best of Everything! Thanks Kristen for sharing this project and the great old photo! I also love her blog’s tag line, “The Happiest people don’t have the best of everything, They MAKE the best of everything!”
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Don’t Toss That Old Fence! Here’s How to Give It a Second Life in the Garden
When our old fence blew down during the recent cyclone (thanks, nature ), I did what any slightly obsessive DIYer would do—I went straight to Google to find a way to repurpose the whole lot instead of sending it to the tip.
That’s when I stumbled across this brilliant tutorial from Journey with Jill about turning old fence boards into DIY raised garden beds. Total game changer. Not only does it save you money on lumber (which, let’s be real, isn’t cheap right now), but it also gives that weathered wood a gorgeous, rustic look that fits so well in the garden.
Her step-by-step guide is super practical, especially if you’re like me and not quite ready to part with “good wood” even if it’s a little rough around the edges. I loved how she emphasized prepping the boards properly and keeping the build simple—no fancy tools or complex measurements, just a solid, doable weekend project.
Why I’m Loving This Raised Bed Idea:
It’s eco-friendly (hello, upcycling win!)
The aged wood has such a cozy, natural aesthetic
It’s perfect for veggie beds, herbs, or even a rustic flower patch
And hey, there’s something very satisfying about turning storm chaos into garden calm
So if you’ve got a sad pile of fence boards and a patch of dirt calling your name, check out Jill’s full tutorial right here. Your future tomatoes will thank you.
Now I just need to convince the family that pulling nails from old fence boards is “fun quality time”
Such a fantastic idea, so simple but so effective, think of all the photo corks i would have on my fridge if they had not gone in the bin