As the sun makes a welcome return, we can’t wait to start enjoying time outdoors again.

To celebrate, we thought we’d combine two of our favourite things about summer – garden DIY, and lounging outside with a cold G&T. These garden tables with hairpin legs are stylish, functional, and full of character. Let the summer projects begin!

1. Scaffolding plank garden table with white hairpin legs, by @childofsparrow

HAIRPIN LEGS: 3 ROD, 28” 

Using smooth scaffolding planks, Child of Sparrow have created this neat 6-person garden dining table. Surrounded by thriving ivy, its matching white seats and hairpin legs give it a clean and simple aesthetic.

2. Garden table and matching benches with copper hairpin legs, by @aliceinscandiland

HAIRPIN LEGS: 3 ROD, 28” (TABLE), 2 ROD, 16” (BENCHES)

Nothing compares to the glow of copper, beaming away in the sunshine. This table and bench combo looks picture perfect in Alice’s beautiful Cornish garden. Hard-wearing and easily available, scaffolding planks are perfect for garden tables and benches. And over time outdoors, copper legs will develop a beautiful patina. 

To see how she made it, check out Alice’s blog: My beautiful copper hairpin garden table

3. Herringbone garden table with steel hairpin legs, by @gcoplandpowell 

 HAIRPIN LEGS: 2 ROD, 16”

Hats off to Gary Copland Powell for creating this herringbone garden table – probably the best use of birch ply offcuts we’ve ever seen. Made with clear-coat steel hairpins, to protect the metal from the elements. Tagged on Instagram with: #onestepawayfromahipster

Just steer clear of snapping filtered polaroids of it, Gary, and you’ll be fine. ;-)

4. Drop-leaf table and benches with steel hairpin legs, by @xb_design

 

HAIRPIN LEGS: 3 ROD, 28” (TABLE), 2 ROD, 16” (BENCHES)

Whether you’re having a few quiet drinks, or a big family BBQ, a drop-leaf table like this one can quickly be adjusted to accommodate the headcount. With stained softwood and steel hairpins, this industrial-style dining set is both stylish and practical. 

5. Reclaimed wood garden table with zinc hairpin legs, by @tgull2

HAIRPIN LEGS: 3 ROD, 28” (Zinc)

Sturdy 3-rod zinc hairpins look great with a chunky wood top. Zinc legs are highly-durable and rust-resistant, making them perfect for outdoor furniture. Complete with designer Eames chairs, this space has summer BBQs written all over it. 

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If you have any questions about making your own hairpin leg garden table, feel free to get in touch or leave a comment below.

Thanks to all those who sent us your garden furniture projects. As always, we love seeing the stunning work you do.

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