Dollar Tree Farmhouse Planter
Decorating your home can be an exciting experience, but it can also be expensive. Luckily, with a little creativity and some DIY skills, you can create beautiful and stylish décor pieces without breaking the bank. Let me show you how to make a Dollar Tree farmhouse planter that will add a touch of rustic charm to your home without costing a fortune.
Let’s Do This!
Supplied Needed
- A metal planter
- Chalk paint – white, black & brown
- Foam brush, small paint brush and natural bristle flat paint brush (chip brush)
- Painter tape
- Sanding block
- Potting soil & flowers or Artificial greenery or flowers & floral block
Most of these materials can be found at your local Dollar Tree, making this a budget-friendly project.
Steps
Paint planter with white chalk paint using a foam brush. Let dry.
Wrap planter with painter’s tape just below the upper and lower edges.
Paint edges with black chalk paint using a small paint brush. Let dry.
Remove painter’s tape from planter. Touch up any areas around top & bottom of planter as needed.
Using the dry bush method, lightly distress planter with the chip brush and brown chalk paint.
Lightly sand raised wording on front and back of planter.
Seal planter with ultra flat Polycrylic sealer.
Add potting soil and flowers or decorate with floral block and artificial flowers. Display with pride!
Tips for Decorating with Your Farmhouse Planter
Now that you have made your own Dollar Tree DIY farmhouse planter, here are some tips for decorating with it:
- Create a centerpiece: Use your farmhouse planter as a centerpiece for your dining table or coffee table. You can add some candles or other décor pieces around it to create a beautiful display.
- Hang it on the wall: Use some command strips to hang your farmhouse planter on the wall. This is a great way to add some greenery to your home without taking up any floor space.
- Use it as a gift: Your Dollar Tree DIY farmhouse planter also makes a great gift for friends and family. Fill it with some artificial flowers or plants and give it to someone as a thoughtful and budget-friendly present.
- Place it on a shelf: If you have a shelf or bookcase in your home, place your farmhouse planter on it to add some height and visual interest to the space.
Benefits of Making a Farmhouse Planter
Making your own farmhouse planter is not only budget-friendly, but it’s also a fun and creative way to add a personal touch to your home décor. Plus, you can customize the planter to fit your specific style and preferences.
Using artificial flowers or plants, you won’t have to worry about watering and maintaining them, making this a low-maintenance décor piece. Artificial flowers also give you the creative flexibility of changing the arrangement with the seasons and holidays.
A farmhouse planter is a great way to add some rustic charm to your home without spending a lot of money. With just a few materials and some DIY skills, you can create a beautiful and stylish décor piece that will impress your guests. So why not give this project a try and see what you can create? Happy crafting!
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Farmhouse Planter
This farmhouse planter will add a touch of rustic charm to your home without costing a fortune.
Materials
- A metal planter
- Chalk paint – white, black & dark brown
- Foam brush, small paint brush and natural bristle flat paint brush (chip brush)
- Painter tape
- Sanding block
- Potting soil & flowers or Artificial greenery or flowers & floral block
Instructions
- Paint planter with white chalk paint using a foam brush. Let dry.
- Wrap planter with painter’s tape just below the upper and lower edges.
- Paint edges with black chalk paint using a small paint brush. Let dry.
- Remove painter’s tape from planter. Touch up any areas around top & bottom of planter as needed.
- Using the dry bush method, lightly distress planter with the chip brush and brown chalk paint.
- Lightly sand raised wording on front and back of planter.
- Seal planter with ultra flat Polycrylic sealer.
- Add potting soil and flowers or decorate with floral block and artificial flowers. Display with pride!