Concrete planters are great because they’re easy to make and super durable. They last much longer than plastic or wood planters, making them a fantastic investment. Their heavy weight keeps them stable, even in strong winds, which is perfect for big plants or trees. Plus, they have a cool, modern look that blends well with...
I’s gardening season, so let’s spruce up your planters a little! You’ll need outdoor paint of your choice, foam brushes, painters tape and gold spray paint. First spray paint all the tin cans gold. After the paint is dry, use some painters tape to create stripes on the planters. You can do any design you...
Concrete planters are an extremely popular craft as they are cheap, fast, easy and there are a lot of shapes to try. The mix for these planters consists of 2 parts dry cement mix to 3 parts sand and water. As a general rule, the more cement mix you add, the paler the end result...
Everyone loves a hanging planter these days, so here’s a rope inspired version complete with color blocking effect. You’ll need a length of braided rope, a bowl or pot, craft paint & paint brush/sponge, gold embroidery thread, macrame thread & wide needle, a glue gun. First, mix your paint colors and paint blocks of each...
Every plant needs a planter to spread its roots in, and this original and easy planter with a stand will cost just $30! Prepare a 12” terra cotta planter, (6) 1”square wooden dowels that are 36” long, wood glue, a nailer or screws, a wood filler. Start by cutting (12) 13” pieces. If you are...
To save some space and decorate the walls at the same time, you can make a hanging wall planter. The supplies are 16 paint sticks, Minwax classic gray stain, a brush to apply the stain, cloth to remove excess stain, wood glue, twine, a small saw to cut the paint sticks. Stain all your paint...
It’s time for original planters! To amek one you’ll need a picket fence planter box, white craft paint, painter’s tape, Krylon spray adhesive, gold leaf, Mod Podge Outdoor Formula, a paint brush, terra cotta pots, saucers & plants. Paint the picket fence planter box white on the inside and out first. Once your fence planter...
Go go, IKEA hackers! IKEA pieces are ideal for changing and refashioning, so let’s pick up some pieces for making a planter or even a whole garden. Refashioning a pendant lamp into a planter? Easily! Take the lamp shade, paint it and planter whatever you want. A wine bottle holder IKEA Vurm is also a...
We’ve told you of some cool outdoor projects that would make your garden and patio comfortable for relaxation. This time we’ll tell you about flower beds because not all plants may be planted in pots. There are several ways to make borders like thrift store plates, river rocks, cast concrete blocks and so on. You...
For your patio or garden you’ll need some cool planters to plant your favorite flowers which can’t be planted into the earth. There are so many ideas! For minimalist style take concrete and make some planters of them; repurpose some things to make a pot – a piece of felt, an old dresser, a chair,...