Make this small DIY Fountain for your patio and garden in just 30 minutes. Perfect for your patio or garden for the soft sound of trickling water.
This Do It Yourself Fountain was one of the easiest DIY outdoor projects I’ve done. Here in the PNW, we only have about 4 months if we’re lucky to enjoy outdoor living. But once we’re outside, I want it to be inviting.
As one of Lowe’s Creators & Influencers, this DIY Fountain water feature was my project for our outdoor fun challenge a few years ago. I had been wanting to make my own garden fountain for a while, as well as my DIY Tabletop Fire Bowl.
DIY Fountain Water Feature
This project was so simple. Once I had my main components, it was quick to assemble and I was enjoying it that afternoon. The pump does require electricity, so you’ll want to plan for where you want to use it. We use a long extension cord and haven’t had any issues.
I like creating simple projects for my patio, deck or garden for more personal style. Now that we’ve built our own DIY Fireplace, I may bring this fountain closer.
I wanted to choose a bottom portion large enough to hold the amount of water needed for good circulation. I placed my egg in to measure and it looked perfect to me.
DIY Fountain Supplies
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- A Ceramic Sphere Fountain Top that is pre-drilled- I found mine at a local nursery for $5! I asked my nursery where they got them or if they’re getting more and they said they couldn’t remember and no they weren’t getting more. I did find a blogger friend who made her own. See her garden fountain here. If you’re not crafty, you can find them on Etsy like the one below.
- Fountain tube and pump – Found at Lowes.
- Bowl– I plugged the hole in this ceramic planter and I also painted it with spray paint.
- Pea Gravel
- Water
How to Make A DIY Water Fountain
Easy to make water fountain for a small space.
Materials
- Piped Fountain Topper or Ball
- Large Shallow Ceramic or Terracotta Planter Bowl
- Small River Rock or Pea Gravel
- Small Fountain Pump with hose
Instructions
- Gather your Supplies.
- Rinse your rock or gravel. I made the mistake of not doing this and ended up with cloudy water for awhile.
- Place the rocks in the bowl about 1/2 way full.
- Thread the pump hose through your fountain top so the top of it is at the opening hole.
- Keeping the pump upright and inside as you set the topper on the gravel.
- Fill with water.
- Plugin and enjoy!
How to Keep Fountain Water Clean
There is a bit of upkeep to keep fountains free from algae and debris. First of all, if you’re using any type of rock, be sure to rinse first. As you can see, I skipped this step and I ended up with murky water. I use this birdbath and fountain cleaner. It’s safe for wildlife and keeps things from getting cloudy.
There are many products to keep fountains clean that you can pick up at your local garden store, however, I have also just used a brush to scrub off any algae that may build up and then I add a capful of chlorine bleach. You want to make sure you have it diluted properly to keep your pump healthy and to keep it safe for birds. For larger fountains, you’ll want to use 1/4 chlorine bleach to 5 gallons water.
This DIY water feature took me about 15 minutes! I can now enjoy the soft sound of water, as well as enjoy my beautiful blue egg.
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Karen B says
Love your fountain, our backyard needs help! I already receive the newsletter. This summer we’ve just been doing fun stuff locally (water parks, aquarium – stuff we don’t normally do)
Mary says
I am already receiving the Lowe’s Creative Ideas Magazine
Kelly Palmer says
I subscribed to the Lowe’s magazine. We took a vacation to Savannah, Georgia then Florida to visit children and grandchildren. We also have had children and grandchildren visit us here. Took a day trip to Helen Georgia with them and went to a water park. It has been a very busy but enjoyable summer!
Amanda Boerst says
Your fountain is so cute! I signed up for the Lowe’s Creative Idea’s Magazine. So far we’ve spent our summer house hunting and trying to stay cool! Thanks for the great tutorial and giveaway!
Tiffany H says
I am reading a lot this summer, just trying to relax before home school starts up again in September. Also planning a camping trip to the coast in a few weeks. Can’t wait!
Tiffany H says
I signed up for their magazine. Thanks! 🙂
Sara @ Mom Endeavors says
Nice! Love the bright greens & blues! So cheery!
Ceri says
I subscribed to the magazine and newsletter. I would LOVE to get started painting our house. (outside) OR we would like to plant a really nice tree in our front yard.
Amy Hay says
Having fun this summer spending a lot of time with my Step Daughter. She is keeping me busy! So much fun!
Amy Hay says
I subscribe to the Lowe’s Creative Ideas Magazine. Thanks, Amy
Jenniffier says
We went camping by the beach for a few days and then mostly I have been working. Summer is just about over for me. I start teaching again on the 8-6.
Jenniffier says
Just signed up.
Lori says
I get Lowe’s Creative Magazine – always full of great ideas and inspiration. Thanks!
Ruth Hill says
I signed up for Lowe’s Creative ideas Magazine.
If I were to win the $100, I would give it to my mom since she has a lot she is doing around this house.
I have been keeping myself busy with my daughter and her friend and my computer!
Angi B. says
My parents always give me their Lowe’s creative mag since they know I’m crafty…but I just signed up to receive it myself. 🙂
Angi B. says
I’m having fun this summer creating new projects now that I have free time. I’ll be back to teaching in a couple of weeks. Wish we had a longer summer break. 🙂
Pat K says
Great idesa and projects in the magazine! Doing lots of craft projects this summwe!
Priscilla says
I already get the Lowe’s Magazine and I love it! This summer, the hubby and I have been spending our weekends finishing the inside of our new shed. We’re planning to use it as an office so we’ve installed drywall and flooring. The Lowe’s gift card would come in so handy to make our new shed/office comfy cozy!
Stephanie L says
I’ve already signed up for the magazine. I am having fun this summer relaxing!
Virginia says
I already subscribe to Lowe’s creative mag. Love it!!
Virginia says
We are enjoying the little bit of summer in Seattle by adding more plants to the yard.
Flowers, flowers and more flowers. Now, I will have to add your fountain – very pretty
and I need one!!!
Jennie P. says
I’m also subscribed to the Lowe’s creative mag!
Jennie P. says
Right now my summer’s not so fun. Hopefully that will change! I love your fountain 🙂
jessica w says
Our office is needing some more storage ideas and maybe one long desk rather than our two shorter ones that are falling apart!
kaybee says
i’m having fun this summer by finding inspiration from my favorite blogs (mostly diy)
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kaybee says
I’ve already signed up for Lowe’s creative ideas! 🙂
Sarah C says
I am already subscribed! (love it!) We just got back from Florida and are trying to stay cool at the pool and indoors with friends! It’s been SO hot!!!
Andrea D. says
We love to swim. We will be doing that this summer.
twelve30 says
Spending a lot of this summer indoors – it’s just too hot to be outside for very long. But we improvising by trying some summer activities indoors – like an evening picnic on our picnic blanket & watching movies while we are eating.
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twelve30 says
I already belong the the Lowes Creative Magazine – thanks so much for the giveaway.
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the cape on the corner says
sorry for the duplicate comment, something’s acting up. anyway, how we’re having fun this summer is by taking it easy and staying inside! whew, it’s flipping hot out there!
the cape on the corner says
i love getting their magazine! i always dog ear things i want the boyfriend to take a look at!
the cape on the corner says
i love getting this magazine! i always dog ear things i want the boyfriend to look at!
Jen says
I receive the Creative Ideas e-letter {still waiting for my 1st hard copy to arrive – sigh} and love all the great inspiration! This summer I started transforming our home to a coastal style decor which means lots of fun DIY projects and I’m spending at least 3 days a week lounging & swimming in the pool for 45 minutes as my “moment of zen” to relax & clear my mind :~)
Lyndee says
Busy being an overtime student. For fun, I take little breaks and hang out with the kids, doing what they’d like to do.
Lyndee says
I’m subscribed!
vivian lee says
Hi Kim, I am enjoying this summer as a new novice bee keeper, and working on outdoor projects including making a mosaic tile project and building hypertufas (English gardening container that require building a form and mixing concrete, and and peat moss to make the containers) The Lowe gift card would be perfect to help me complete my summer projects. Next on my list to build a bee hive. Thank for the opportunity!
Andrea D. says
I receive the magazine from Lowe’s. Thanks for the chance to enter.
Andrea D. says
I would put it toward plants for the house. Thanks for the chance to enter.
vivian lee says
Hi Kim, I am enjoying this summer a new novice bee keeper and, a mosaic tile project and building hypertufas (English gardening container that require building a form and mixing concrete, and and pete moss to make the containers) The Lowe gift card would be perfect for my summer projects. Thank for the opportunity!
Laura Zarrin says
Great fountain! I subscribed to the Creative Ideas magazine. If I win, I’ll buy plants. I need some flowers!
Valerie says
I already get the Lowe’s magazine & I love it! I’m having fun this summer by visiting the pool as often as I can on the weekends!
Jessie C. says
we have camping trips and quite some bbq parties!
Jessie C. says
Joined the Lowe’s Creative Ideas Magazine
Angie @ The Country Chic Cottage says
We have been doing things with the kids this summer for fun….Disney, a tractor pull, the TN river….they start school this week though. 🙁
Angie @ The Country Chic Cottage says
I already get the Lowe’s magazine!
Robin Troxell says
we’ve been having so much fun swimming, and I have to over-document everything with photography!
Sara @ CleverPinkPirate.com says
We made a Summer bucket list and we are having so much fun! So far we’ve been camping, went to the aquarium, to the Science center, to the Ski Lift rides up north, to Slide Rock (a giant creek where you can actually slide), to the movies, to the waterpark about a dozen times and this weekend we are surprising the kids with a trip to the beach and to Legoland!
Erin Young says
i am having fun this summer by spending lots of time with my husband and kids….love it!
Erin Young says
i have previously signed up for the lowes magazine