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Looking for landscaping ideas to beautify your backyard? One of the best additions to an outdoor oasis is a fire pit. Fire pits are great for bringing people together, having conversations, telling stories, and of course, making s'mores. The best fire pits you'll find at hardware stores can be pricey, but that doesn't mean you should stop yourself from bringing your vision to life. Believe it or not, this is an easy DIY project you can do in a weekend. To help you get started, we've rounded up some fun and easy DIY outdoor fire pit ideas, just in time for summer parties.
Here you can find tutorials for stacked stone fire pits, brick fire pits, and even a fire pit made from a repurposed old metal washing machine drum. If you're short on space in your backyard, consider making one of the tabletop fire pits on this list. They're super cute and cost just under $10 to make.
Once you're done installing your fire pit, finish off the area with patio furniture and backyard lighting. And of course, for the best backyard decor items (like outdoor cushions), check out The Pioneer Woman's outdoor collection. With these exciting upgrades, your backyard is sure to be a popular hangout spot this summer.
Check out more ideas to transform your outdoor space:
Solo Stove Fire Pit
Raised flagstone edging, pebbles, and a Solo Stove smokeless fire pit combine to create a space you can enjoy every summer night (and into the seasons to come), and comfortable seating and string lights make this space even more amazing.
Get the tutorial at The Turquoise Home.
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Turquoise Home
Wood and concrete block bench Fire pit
Try this version with five hexagonal benches so all your guests can sit comfortably around the fire pit. The benches are made of concrete blocks and wood. You can assemble the benches with or without backrests to suit your garden. What's more, the benches open up to become handy storage spaces.
Get the tutorial at Houseful of Handmade.
Handcrafted House
Glamping Fire Pit
If, like this blogger, you prefer glamping to camping, follow her tutorial to create an amazing fire pit! Once you've actually built your fire pit, finish off the area with an artistically painted bench and vibrant cushions.
The tutorial is available at A Beautiful Mess.
Beautiful mess
Rustic “smokeless” fire pit
While there's no such thing as a 100% smoke-free fire pit, there are certainly ways to reduce the amount of smoke. Follow this tutorial to make your own “smoke-free” version using a slat fire ring and paving stones.
Get the tutorial at House Mix.
House Mix
DIY Tabletop Fire Pit
If your outdoor space is small, consider a tabletop fire pit, which is super cute and only costs about $10 to make using a cement planter, white rocks, and a fuel can.
Get the tutorial at Mighty Mrs.
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Mighty Mrs.
Washing Machine Drum Fire Pit
This ingenious project repurposes an old metal washing machine drum into a chic standing fire pit. We love the sleek black color, too.
Get the tutorial at The Crafty Chica.
Crafty Chica
Stone brazier
A stone fire pit is one of the simplest and most stylish fire pits you can DIY. Follow this easy tutorial to make a fire pit out of concrete landscaping stones.
Get the tutorial at Fresh Mommy Blog.
Fresh Mommy Blog
Fire pit with painted Adirondack chairs
Add a pop of color to your fire pit area by spray painting Adirondack chairs in a bright shade like purple — you and your guests will want to sit in them and spend some time together.
Get the tutorial at Inspired by Charm.
Inspired by charm
Fire Pit with Hardscape Bench
If you're a DIY novice, you can simplify the process by purchasing a fire pit kit from your local hardware store. You'll need to assemble it with construction adhesive, but it'll save you a ton of time and you can even build a couple of matching hardscape benches to complete your seating area.
Get the tutorial at Charleston Crafted.
Charleston Craft
Covered Fire Pit
Can't decide between an outdoor coffee table and a fire pit? Get the best of both worlds with this easy tutorial for a fire pit with a cover that doubles as a table top.
Get the tutorial at “Keeping It Simple.”
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$50 brick fire pit
Who knew you could make your own fire pit for just $50 using just landscaping bricks and glue? I also love the modern, square shape of this pit.
Get the tutorial at Bitterroot DIY.
Bitterroot DIY
Fire pit with cooking grill
Your fire pit can do more than just make s'mores – add a custom grill and you'll be grilling meals for friends and family in no time.
Check out the tutorial at Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom.
The scattered thoughts of a dexterous mother
1 hour fire pit
If you're pressed for time, this 1-hour DIY fire pit is perfect. It's easy to make using rocks or lava rocks from your local hardware store.
Get the tutorial from Shabby Creek Cottage.
Shabby Creek Cottage
Repurposed Planter Tabletop Fire Pit
If you love reusing found items, follow this blogger's lead and transform an old concrete planter into a tabletop fire pit, with beautiful aqua fire glass providing a pretty and practical finishing touch.
Get the tutorial at A Loverly Life.
A life to love
Fire pit with cooking bar
Pro tip: You can save money by purchasing your stone from a local quarry. And one more tip: you can instantly turn your stacked stone fire pit into an outdoor kitchen by adding an in-ground homemade cooking bar.
Get the tutorial from Old World Garden Farms.
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Old World Garden Farm
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