First there was #cottagecore, then there was #cluttercore, and now the internet is all abuzz with #weirdcore. One home accessory that lends itself perfectly to the trending aesthetic is a mushroom stool. We decided to DIY instead of buy—and we used none other than a $5 bucket to make it!

With spring in the air everyone needs a polka dotted mushroom stool in their garden. You could buy one or you could easily make one like I did.

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Learn how to DIY a plush mushroom ottoman that's not only super cute but also contains a storage compartment that could hold blankets or other items.