Spring has officially sprung – which, for many, means dusting out the cobwebs in the gardening shed and clearing out the leftover leaves in the yard.

Many will hire landscaping and hardscaping companies to design and maintain their outdoor spaces. However, first-time home buyers or any individuals, couples or families on a budget may take a do-it-yourself approach to bringing some feng shui outside. Read along for step-by-step rundowns to create an outdoor oasis using second-hand materials.