DIY Hanging Planter: Upcycle a Plastic Bottle and Sticks
This tutorial will guide you through creating a stylish and eco-friendly hanging planter using a plastic bottle and natural sticks.
This project is a fantastic way to upcycle materials and add a rustic, natural touch to your indoor or outdoor space. It’s a simple and rewarding craft that anyone can do.
Materials Needed:
- Plastic bottle
- Natural sticks (collected from your yard or a park)
- Hand saw
- Utility knife
- Hot glue gun
- Twine or strong string
- Scissors
- Soil and a plant
Step 1: Prepare the sticks and bottle
Use a hand saw to cut the natural sticks to a uniform length. They should be just slightly longer than the height of your plastic bottle.
Next, take the plastic bottle and use a utility knife to carefully cut off the top and bottom sections, leaving a hollow cylinder in the middle.
Step 2: Assemble the planter base
Use a hot glue gun to attach the sticks vertically around the plastic bottle cylinder.
Work your way around the entire bottle, gluing each stick side by side until the plastic is completely covered.
This creates the rustic, natural look of your planter.
Step 3: Secure with twine
Once all the sticks are glued in place, take a piece of twine and tie a knot around the sticks near the top of the planter.
Wrap the twine around the sticks several times to secure them tightly. Repeat this process near the bottom of the planter. Trim the excess twine with scissors.
Step 4: Create the hanger
Cut two lengths of twine and tie them securely to opposite sides of the planter, near the top, to create a loop. This will be your hanger.
You can also tie a single long piece of twine and knot it on each side to create a simple hanging loop.
Step 5: Add the plant
Fill the planter with soil and carefully place your chosen plant inside.
The plastic bottle’s original form helps to contain the soil, and the sticks act as a decorative, protective layer.
Hang your finished planter in a sunny spot and enjoy!
Final Words!
Congratulations! You’ve successfully created a charming and unique hanging planter.
This project is a wonderful example of how you can transform simple, everyday items into beautiful and functional pieces for your home.
It not only looks great but also promotes a sustainable, creative mindset.
