Summer is the season where we enjoying everything outdoors and under the sun. It’s a time for backyard parties, family picnics, and lots of dreamy hammock lounging. The following 18 DIY backyard projects are not only a breeze to accomplish but make for truly enjoyable summertime ventures.

From repurposed patio furniture to handmade hanging lights, and even a bespoke fire pit or two, these DIY backyard projects are sure to inspire, as well as garner more than a few compliments from friends and neighbors. With easy to find materials–many of which you may already have on hand–and infinite possibilities, now are the time to make summer memories the right way: in style.