Upcycling projects and garden decor really do go hand in hand. Whether you like DIY planters or junk gardens or quirky garden ideas in general, there is a repurposing project out there for you. Read more ›
How to Upcycle Vintage Planters into Mosquito Candles / Citronella Candles
June 30, 2015 · By · 41 Comments
Let’s face it – summer is NOT my favorite season in the South. Between a constant case of “humidity hair” to a melted make-up sweaty glow, it just leaves much to be desired. But, I still love sitting out back and listening to the summer yard sounds as the sun goes down. So, I desperately needed to make some citronella candles or mosquito candles that would keep the bugs away.
Upcycling an Enamel Colander as an Outdoor Hanging Basket
June 10, 2014 · By · 96 Comments
I don’t know about ya’ll, but I am a sucker for vintage kitchen goodies- utensils, hand towels, salt-and-pepper shakers, you name it! And when we bought our house last summer, the front porch had a hook in the ceiling, just begging for an outdoor hanging basket to be hung. It was the perfect place for me to try my hand at upcycling an enamel colander into a planter and front porch decor.
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Rustic Planter with a Galvanized Bucket and Antique Brass Faucet
April 17, 2014 · By · 45 Comments
I first noticed bucket and faucet planters at a high-end garden shop while on a shopping trip years ago. As charming as it was, though, the price was a little steep. I had a sneaking suspicion, however, that I could recreate the same look with a galvanized bucket and an antique brass faucet. I just needed to find the right pieces for my soon-to-be rustic planter / metal planter.Read more ›
