DIY: Vintage Herb Planter
I was compensated with free craft supplies for this project. All opinions expressed are my own.
I was given the opportunity to go on a major shopping binge at Michaels Stores last year. Our job was to perform an in-store demo of a simple spring craft project. I chose to demonstrate how to whitewash terracotta pots and assemble a mini herb garden. But as you can see, I came home with quite a bit more than *just* terracotta pots.
I demonstrated specialty paint and distressing techniques, along with several vintage labeling options using chalkboard paint, twine, and Sharpies. I gave attendees choices of each. But first, I had to create a prototype at home…
To whitewash the terracotta pots, I chose paint colors that matched my own home, and watered them down. First I layered on pure white.
Next…dabbing off the paint with a wet cloth for a distressing technique. And I was just noticing, my house looks so different now since this shot was taken.
I would repeat this process with a variety of colors. (Paint. Dab off with wet cloth. REPEAT).
I also picked up a variety of labels to show customers what the possibilities were.
I glued on a wooden “HERBS” sign during the event itself, which was assembled in the unfinished wood section of Michaels (my favorite aisle of the entire store).
Then I demonstrated some hand lettering for more label options.
This event was held nationwide, and below are the projects that other Hometalk bloggers chose to demonstrate across the country. What a fun experience this was.
Enjoy the spring craft round up!
Love these! Enjoyed getting to know you + your blog from the Pinterest Party!
I LOVE these herb planters! I just made a Michael’s run the other day and was so very happy to see signs of spring. I live in a frozen tundra, aka Minnesota, and spring can’t come soon enough!
This is adorable! Love!
Thanks so much Jennifer!
Your herb planter turned out great! I love the distressed terra cotta pots and they way you made the labels. Great project!
Thanks so much Kirsten. It was a fun project! Thanks for stopping by…
This is such a unique project. I love it! We’ve tried an herb planter before, but all of the herbs were in the same pot and separated only slightly. I like that this option keeps everything together but still gives the separation of individual pots. Thanks for sharing!
o my those are lovely! Following you now & found you at Motivation Monday Linky Party #130
Great tutorial! Loving the rustic look. Thank you for the inspiration :)
I like the idea of painting the pots to match your home décor. And I love having a variety of plants in the house, it gives me that little lift I need when it’s bleak and cold outside.
I love the look of this! Super cute idea!
Thank you so much!
How pretty! I love the weathered pot look, and the whole herb planter turned out great! Just beautiful!
Thanks so much Maria! Waiting for spring so I can bring it all back out again. It’s -22 here in Ohio!
My daughter Hayley made letters like this for her sorority; she would love this.
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Janice
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This is a really cool project. I love growing my own herbs and cooking with them. Please come share your blog posts over at the Home Matters Linky Party! We’d love to have you for a visit. The Door is OPEN. http://lifewithlorelai.com/2015/02/26/home-matters-linky-party-26/ :)
~Lorelai
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Thanks so much Lorelai – I appreciate you stopping by and I’ll do the same!