Concrete may seem like an intimidating material to work with, but don't be scared off! There are so many incredible ways to use concrete that are simpler than you think.
This inexpensive material may be a little messy, so head outdoors to do most of these projects. The results will utterly surprise you! We have an inkling you may just find a new favorite material for all the DIY projects you have in mind!
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1. Metallic concrete pots
We are in love with these adorable concrete pots from Happy Looks Good On You. The metallic designs are the perfect contrast to the stark concrete. Follow the steps to make your own!
We are in love with these adorable concrete pots from Happy Looks Good On You. The metallic designs are the perfect contrast to the stark concrete. Follow the steps to make your own!
2. Geometric book ends
These sleek geometric concrete book ends will add a whole new level of to your bookshelf. Find the instructions over in this tutorial and see exactly how to make them with no experience whatsoever.
These sleek geometric concrete book ends will add a whole new level of to your bookshelf. Find the instructions over in this tutorial and see exactly how to make them with no experience whatsoever.
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3. Concrete coasters
This set of concrete coasters will surely put all others to shame. The best part is that you can make them pretty easily (and cheaply, too!). You can play around with different designs, and you could even paint pops of color on at the end if you so desire. Check out the easy-to-follow tutorial from The 36th Avenue.
This set of concrete coasters will surely put all others to shame. The best part is that you can make them pretty easily (and cheaply, too!). You can play around with different designs, and you could even paint pops of color on at the end if you so desire. Check out the easy-to-follow tutorial from The 36th Avenue.
4. Gold dipped concrete earrings
Who would have thought of concrete earrings? Definitely not us, but it works! We love the combo of gold and grey, and Fall For DIY lays out how to make them.
Who would have thought of concrete earrings? Definitely not us, but it works! We love the combo of gold and grey, and Fall For DIY lays out how to make them.
5. Concrete nesting tables
These concrete nesting tables are sophisticated and raw. Can you believe this is the final result of pouring concrete into a Lego brick mold?!
These concrete nesting tables are sophisticated and raw. Can you believe this is the final result of pouring concrete into a Lego brick mold?!
In the video tutorial from HomeMadeModern, you'll see how to create these stunning nesting tables:
6. Concrete hand planter
This planter has personality and it will make people's heads turn when they walk past your home. It's actually much simpler than you may think to make this concrete hand planter. Head over to DIY Joy for the full tutorial.
This planter has personality and it will make people's heads turn when they walk past your home. It's actually much simpler than you may think to make this concrete hand planter. Head over to DIY Joy for the full tutorial.
7. Hanging concrete table
This hanging table made from concrete is adorable and is a perfect home for your potted plants, or anything else you want to showcase on a unique little table. Make your own with the help of The Merry Thought.
This hanging table made from concrete is adorable and is a perfect home for your potted plants, or anything else you want to showcase on a unique little table. Make your own with the help of The Merry Thought.
8. Outdoor fire bowl
A fire bowl is the perfect addition to your back yard. Instead of buying one for an eye-watering price tag, make it yourself! That's right, follow this video tutorial brought to you by Contemporist for a fun addition to your yard!
A fire bowl is the perfect addition to your back yard. Instead of buying one for an eye-watering price tag, make it yourself! That's right, follow this video tutorial brought to you by Contemporist for a fun addition to your yard!
9. Concrete flowers
These elegant concrete flowers look like they cost a fortune, but nobody will know that you made them yourself (and cheaply, too!) by following this tutorial at Smile Mercantile. They'll make a perfect accent for your garden!
These elegant concrete flowers look like they cost a fortune, but nobody will know that you made them yourself (and cheaply, too!) by following this tutorial at Smile Mercantile. They'll make a perfect accent for your garden!
10. Modular wall planters
We love succulents, but we think we love these triangular wall planters even more! Follow the tutorial on Instructables and create the most interesting wall art you've ever seen. The great thing about the tringular shape is that you can arrange the planters in all sorts of cool formations. How will you choose which one you like best?!
We love succulents, but we think we love these triangular wall planters even more! Follow the tutorial on Instructables and create the most interesting wall art you've ever seen. The great thing about the tringular shape is that you can arrange the planters in all sorts of cool formations. How will you choose which one you like best?!
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