9 IKEA Outdoor Hacks – Fun & Creative DIYs for Spring and Summer
9 IKEA hacks for outdoors: creative ideas for spring and summer
Playing outside again at last! When the first rays of sunshine peek through the window, the little ones are drawn outside - whether in the garden, on the patio or on the balcony. We have just the thing for anyone who wants to get creative outside with their children: smart IKEA hacks for spring & summer that will not only make children's hearts beat faster, but will also impress parents. Our favourite DIY ideas for outdoors show that IKEA furniture can do so much more if you give it a fresh look and new purpose with the right accessories. Discover our favourite outdoor hacks - for fun, organisation and lots of summer fun!
1. DIY mud kitchen with TROFAST boxes
The mud kitchen is a mini sandbox for mixing water and sand and is a must-have for children in spring! The small sandpit with lid is particularly practical for small gardens and balconies. Discover now how you can build your own mud kitchen with IKEA crates in 5 minutes. The weatherproof adhesive foils from Limmaland provide the perfect look - child-friendly, cheerful and robust. So playing outside is not only fun, but also looks really good!
2. Fresh colours for outdoors: play table & stools with a picnic look
Our matching adhesive foils for the IKEA FLISAT table and children's stools conjure up a real summer feeling on your patio or balcony with fresh patterns. Whether it's a playful pastel chequered pattern or a fruity lemon design - give your IKEA classics a fresh summer look. The foils are not only a visual highlight, but also super practical: they are easy to clean, resistant and therefore perfect for children's hands.
3. DIY play barbecue for little barbecue masters
Summertime is barbecue time - and with our creative IKEA hack, even the little ones can fire up the barbecue themselves! The UTTER stool and a TROFAST box can be turned into a personalised play barbecue in no time at all. With colourful knobs, handles and the matching barbecue grill foil from Limmaland, the box becomes a real play barbecue that invites imaginative role play. Children can organise their own barbecue parties just like the grown-ups - in complete safety and with lots of fun, of course. Perfect for the patio, balcony or garden!
4. Play tables - tinkering, building and playing outside
Being creative outside? No problem with a lightweight and robust play table such as the LACK table from IKEA, you can easily take the fun outside. You can upgrade the table with our robust foils to create real play worlds. Whether it's a farm, streetscape or DINO adventure - the designs turn the play table in the garden into a hotspot for little explorers. The wipe-clean table foils can withstand a lot and are therefore easy to take outside.
5. The IKEA ANTILOP highchair - perfect for outdoors
Anyone who has children knows it: the IKEA ANTILOP highchair - light, stable and quick to clean. That's why it's perfect for outdoors! In the garden, on the balcony or at a picnic - the highchair can be set up in seconds and can also become a visual highlight with our customised seat cushions or design decal. Our washable foils make eating together outdoors relaxed and easy. A great bonus: Thanks to its low weight, the highchair is easy to transport - ideal for travelling!
6. Ice cream time for play shop: DIY ice cream toys
What's a must on hot days? Ice cream, of course! With our craft templates, you can conjure up lovingly designed ice cream toys for play kitchen or play shop in no time at all. Whether croissants, popsicles or colourful scoops - the free download contains all the templates you need. The best thing is that children can actively participate, colour in and start playing straight away. A great summer tip for creative afternoons in the garden or shady playtime on the balcony!
7. Homemade magic sand
Magic sand, also known as kinetic sand, is the perfect DIY project for sunny afternoons. The best thing about it: you only need flour and oil to make the magical, mouldable mass - without any chemicals and mixed in no time at all. The sand is light and fluffy, but can still be moulded wonderfully. The best thing about it is that it doesn't stick, making it the perfect way to play with sand indoors too. Playing with magic sand also promotes fine motor skills and sensory perception - a real highlight in summer!
8. Children's camera for little photographers
For even more summer adventures in the garden or park: make your own children's camera out of cardboard together with your child! With our lovingly designed DIY template to print out, you can create an imaginative toy in no time at all that invites your child to discover, play and be creative. Whether on a family outing or with friends - the self-made camera is guaranteed to make eyes light up. And best of all: the accompanying "photos" to colour in make the fun complete. The perfect summer project for little explorers!
9. Fun on the go with the DIY card holder
Whether you're camping, on the terrace or at the kitchen table on holiday - card games are simply a must! So that even small children's hands can play along in a relaxed way, you can make a practical card holder from cup coasters with this IKEA hack. No more card chaos, just lots of fun - ideal for relaxed family moments on the go or at home.
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