Recycled Garden Mushrooms
Want to add a magical element to your garden? But don’t know what to do? Then I have the solution for you! Red cap fairytale mushrooms from items you may have around the house.
These easy to make recycled garden mushrooms are the perfect compliment to every part of your house. Even make great props for a party.
Scroll down for the step outs and video Tutorial.
Sneak Peak of the finished mushrooms throughout my garden!
Supplies
•Cut Tree Stumps ( See next picture)
•Round Bowls
•Outdoor Spray Paint;
•Primer White, Red, Sealer
•White Primer Paint ( Small Can)
•Industrial Glue
•Paint Brush
Step One
Spray the whole bowl with
white primer spray paint. Let dry. ( See next picture)
Step Two
Spray paint the bowl tops
with red. Let dry. ( See next picture)
Step Three
Spray another coat of red, let dry. ( See next picture )
Step Four
Paint circles with white
primer paint. ( See next 2 pictures )
Step Five
Paint 2nd coat of
white circles. Let dry.
Step Six
Apply industrial glue to tree stump top.
Step Seven
Attach bowl. Press and hold
for 30 seconds.
Step Eight
Spray mushroom top with
2 coats of sealer. Let dry
20 minutes between coats. ( See next picture )
Tips:
Spray paint your mushrooms different colors.
Use orange spray paint for Halloween Mushrooms.
Glue 2 bowls together for mushroom balls.
Try using clear caulk or epoxy glue.
Could use metal or glass bowls too.
Enjoy your garden!
Note.
Tree stumps, small trunks and logs are pretty inexpensive. I used some from old weed trees. But you can find them in most hardware stores, garden centers or sometimes Walmart.
A can if spray paint goes a long way, as do most of the supplies for this project.
Video How To!
Frequently asked questions
Have a question about this project?
What's the purpose of Spraying them with white primer first?Why not just spray them with red primer?
These are adorable. 2 questions.
The same about why primer then red, why not red with primer in paint?
2 How do you keep them standing in the garden?
Thanks for the information
Where did the Gnome Crossing sign come from? Thank you