Strong, lightweight and incredibly renewable, bamboo is a natural
choice to make all sorts of things, from computer cases to large-scale
architecture. Chances are, you’ve got some bamboo growing wild near you, or at
least a place where you can get some on the cheap. Check out these 12 easy and
fun DIY bamboo projects to build your own garden trellises, privacy screens,
flutes, bike trailers and more.
Bamboo Fence
Bamboo poles can be wired together at any height and to any length,
whether in a straight line or in a staggered pattern. Use them to create your
own customized garden fence.
Build a Bamboo Bike
Build your own bicycle frame with inexpensive and renewable, earth-friendly
materials.
Make a Bamboo Transverse Flute
Naturally hollow, bamboo is an ideal material with which to make
your own flute.
Bamboo Garden Trellis
You could purchase a bunch of pre-made trellises to support vines
and other plants in your garden, but that gets pricey quickly.
Indoor Bamboo Privacy Screen
An indoor version of a bamboo garden fence can define separate
spaces within a room or provide a little privacy.
Bike Trailer
The strength and light weight of bamboo makes it ideal as a frame
material for a bike trailer, capable of carrying heavy loads without putting a
strain on the rider.
Bamboo Water Hammer
Also known as ‘shish odoshi’ or ‘deer scarers,’ traditional
Japanese bamboo water hammers are a fun, interactive water feature. The top
spout pours water into the bottom spout, which tilts downwards and spills into
a basin when full.
Wall Planter
This decorative wall-hanging planter is a fun and visually
interesting way to use bamboo in your indoor or outdoor space. All you need are
bamboo sticks, some coconut coir, wire, glue and tools.
Wind Chimes
They may not make quite the same musical sound as metal, but bamboo
wind chimes can be a soothing addition to the garden.
Curtain Rods
Replace the metal rods in your shower or windows with bamboo for a
more rustic, natural look. Mount the bamboo to the ceiling with hooks, or find
just the right diameter to fit into conventional curtain rod hardware.
Bamboo Survival Knife
A bamboo knife can’t cut through anything too heavy-duty, but it
can help cut through meat and other foods while camping or in a survival
situation.
Bamboo Lampshade Makeover
Add visual interest to a plain white lampshade with an
Anthropologie-inspired DIY project.
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