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Whether French, English, or American, country kitchens never seem to go out of style. Even popular designers like Joanna Gaines and home and garden celebrities like Martha Stewart boast this rustic aesthetic in their homes. But how do you breathe new life into a theme that’s been done so many times before? One solution is taking the look outdoors in the form of garden decor. All you need to do is insert dishes around your garden or landscaping border as a unique and stylish form of edging.

Bringing a little farmhouse flair to your flower beds doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. The key is to upcycle thrifted glassware into beautiful bespoke DIY garden decor. These pieces are easy to find at thrift stores or yard sales and are usually affordable to acquire in bulk. You may even have some of your own dinner sets missing a piece or two that you’ve been looking to rehome or repurpose. This could be just the ticket to expand your favorite cozy look without breaking the bank.

All you need to start this DIY is a collection of assorted or matching plates, some small to medium-sized rocks, and a flower bed. There are so many common thrift store finds you can transform into beautiful garden decor, and this one is great because there’s no wrong or right size, shape, or style. Along with the platters, you may also want to invest in a protective spray to reduce fading or yellowing over time. A product like Krylon UV Resistant Clear is a great choice because it’s also moisture resistant, which is helpful if there are cracks in the glass or porcelain. With your supplies at the ready, it’s time to create a stunning country kitchen-themed garden border.

To create your edging, slide each plate about halfway down into the soil. Overlap them a bit or place them side by side. Surround the dishes with a layer of garden stones, and voila — a beautiful border with a farmhouse vibe. Customize this project to suit your tastes by painting the dishes, adding your own design to them with stencils, or alternating between large dinner plates and small ones for dessert or tea. Since you only see half of the platter, this is also one of the most creative ways to reuse broken dishes in your home or garden. No matter how you personalize it, you’re in for an affordable and stylish rustic flower bed border with thrifted flair.