Pour wet cement into stretched plastic water balloons and 2 common yard items, and no one will believe the final result

Mix the quick-dry cement according to package instructions in a separate bucket.

Carefully pour the wet cement into each balloon, filling them to about 75% capacity to allow for shaping.

Insert pieces of the garden hose into the cement-filled balloons, adjusting for different angles and heights.

Place the filled balloons on the soil-filled bucket, using the soil to stabilize them in upright positions.

Allow the cement to cure fully, usually 24-48 hours, depending on weather conditions.

Once cured, cut away the balloon material to reveal the cement shape and hose insertions.

Position the finished pieces around your garden or patio, either buried slightly for stability or resting on flat surfaces.

For a more colorful variation, consider adding powdered concrete dye to the cement mix before pouring it into the balloons. You can also create different textures by inserting leaves or textured fabrics inside the balloons before adding cement, leaving imprints on the surface. Another improvement could be using different sizes of balloons to produce a wider range of sculpture sizes, allowing for more varied arrangements and a more dramatic visual impact.