Here's my wooden planter upcycle from this
to this
This month I joined several bloggers for an Upcycle Themed blog hop challenge. Be sure and pop on over to the other bloggers and see what they made.
I found this faux metal fencing at the #dollartree hoping I could use it along the outside of the box. I snipped the spikes from the bottom.
In the end it looked better tucked inside the back of the box.
Just checking to see how this will look with some herbs tucked inside.
BTW, if you use an old box for an upcycle you'll need to drill a few holes for drainage.
Next I gave the entire box a coat of Chalk Country Paint . When it dried, I added more paint with some raw unsweetened coconut mixed inside to create texture. I added the now, texture paint, to several spots.
As an after thought I decided to dry brush some green onto the texture to create the look of moss.
Here it is completed.
Thanks for reading along. Hope you found some inspiration along the way. Make sure to leave a comment below and like the video.
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Here are the rest of the Upcycle Projects.
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How clever! I never would have thought to use coconut for textured moss! The fencing adds nice height, too. Well done! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures
ReplyDeleteThanks Marci
DeleteI had to do a double take when I first saw this, Michele! I think you have too much fun coming up with unique applications! Who would have thought to use coconut for texture! And I love the end results, too! Your planter looks marvelous!
ReplyDeleteI hang out with a bunch of creative bloggers. The ideas flow much more now.
DeleteThe planter looks great, Michele. Using the dollar store fencing piece adds a fun look. I've never thought of making my own textured paint. That's a great tip.
ReplyDeleteI normally use saw dust in my chalk paint, it helps it to look like layers of old chippy paint. Coconut had it's day in the sun. I used rice to recreate a broken wooden embellishment on a piece of furniture. It's 6 yrs later and it looks perfect and held up to cleaning.
DeleteLove it, great job, creative too!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Dee.
DeleteLol...you're too funny. I would have never thought to use coconut in place of saw dust. Who knew coconut could add such nice texture to the planter. Looks great!
ReplyDeleteThis looks amazing! What a wonderful planter. I couldn't believe it was made out of wood.
ReplyDeleteOh wow that's good news. Thx Jenny
DeleteGreat minds really do think alike! Our original 'before' boxes are so similar but our finished boxes are so completely different. I love the versatility of a good makeover!
ReplyDeleteYour box looks great and the fencing behind is a really nice extra touch.
Thank you .
DeletePretty planter centerpiece turned out perfect.
ReplyDeleteHappy spring,
Kippi