Even if you don’t have a green thumb, succulents are the perfect way to add some beautiful greenery to your home. Add in an adorable DIY planter and you have a beautiful, inexpensive, and low-maintenance project that is great for summer. We are excited to have Becky here from The Logbook today to share three simple succulent planters with us!
I’m Becky from The Logbook. I write a lifestyle blog that is designed to encourage women in all stages of life. Over at the blog you can find crafting tutorials and tips for your home that are made to inspire you to try something new. I also post family updates and encouraging thoughts throughout the week.
Today I am so excited to share with you a simple tutorial for creating your own succulent planters. This is a tutorial that could be adapted to any level, so don’t be shy! I started with white ramekins and a small serving dish that I found at WalMart. You could use any dishes you want, but start with a dish that has a smooth exterior. {I was thinking that tea cups would be extremely cute with mini succulents.}
{For Patterned Planters}
Supplies:: white dish and paint marker
Use the paint marker to draw on the design of your liking. Some of my favorites are plus signs, crescent moons, garland, and triangles. You will want to set the paint by putting into a 350 degree oven for 30 minutes. {This is a great project for hesitant crafters or for a party activity.}
{For Herringbone Planter}
Supplies:: white dish, craft paint, foam brush, paint marker
Cover the entire dish with craft paint and allow to dry for 24 hours.
After the dish is dry you can draw on the herringbone pattern. First draw vertical lines about one inch apart. Then connect the lines with angled lines to complete the pattern. I did not set this in the oven because of the craft paint.
{For Textured Planters}
Supplies:: white dish, craft paint, foam brush, texture comb or hair comb
First apply a thick layer of the Rose Gold craft paint to the dish. Immediately after putting on the paint run over the paint with your comb. I switched every inch between horizontal and vertical strokes.
Allow your adorable new planters to completely dry. Then fill with soil and succulents. I added a layer of small rocks to the top of the soil to help hold it all in place. And because rocks are prettier than dirt.
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