Are you game for easy DIY wood projects? If so, you are going to love this DIY table planter. It's perfect for a few succulents to be planted in!
Years ago, we wanted to upgrade our patio with some sort of DIY wood planters but also needed a table to set drinks on. Well, this planter box idea came from meshing those two things.
Today, I'm going to share more about this DIY table planter but also link to some how-to projects that I've done in the past for all my plants.
DIY TABLE PLANTER
Don't you think it's the cutest table planter that you ever did see? Seriously though, I was just making up the wood plans as I was going along, so I wasn't sure how it was going to turn out.
It looks pretty straightforward and I think you'll find the tutorial to be pretty straightforward but, man oh man, the math gave me headaches.
I have to be really honest about this and say that my husband had to help me figure out the math a bit. It's called teamwork right?! He's great at math and I'm more of a budget and spreadsheet type girl.
There are a few steps to make this, but once you get the hang of the first box you see how the rest comes together.
I wrote this project to be shared at eHow! Hop over to see it and tell me what you think if you try making one.
Once you make the planter, have fun with picking up your plants for it. I'd recommend succulents! I planted some a few years ago in mine and have brought the planter in every year once it gets cold.
Like I mentioned earlier, I also wanted to share five other plant projects that you might love. I've done a lot with plants over the years because I love decorating with them!
Easy Plant Projects to add to your Home!
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Looking for large inexpensive DIY outdoor planters to make? I’ve always loved the look of concrete planters but have never wanted to actually pour concrete. These DIY concrete planters actually use concrete pavers that are pre-made. If you are looking for some cute patio planter ideas to try, these are them!
See 10 potting bench ideas (including repurposed and DIY projects), plus potting table essentials to consider adding to your home.
This diy rolling plant stand is the perfect plant caddy to move a large planter pot. If you’ve been looking for a great plant stand with rollers, use this tutorial to make your own DIY plant stand.
Welding a plant stand and using fiberglass to make the planter is a bit of a labor of love but, if you have the time, try this!
Make this DIY plant bag with scrap fabric that you have on hand. You can use a rug to sew a fabric planter or use canvas to make a canvas planter bag. No matter what fabric you choose to use, your fabric planter pots will turn out amazing.
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cassie @ primitive & proper
this is so fab and would look great inside, too!
Ashley Mayes
Thanks girl! I plan on bringing it in our sunroom over the winter. I think it would look adorable in there.
Julia@Cuckoo4Design
This is so great for many things. I love the succulent and cactus with it. So cool
Ashley Mayes
Thanks so much Julia! I've been wanting one of those crazy hair succulents (I blanking on the name right now).
Anni
So pretty and I love how you can put your drink on it even though it's a planter!
Ashley Mayes
Yes! Thanks Anni! It was a fun little project.
TwoPlusCute
Practical and pretty.
It has a sculptural style, something I really like. 🙂
Ashley Mayes
Thanks so much!
Jessica
You always have the best ideas for planters. I love this idea!
Ashley Mayes
I do adore planters and can't afford them all.. thats probably where the DIY planters come in. =) thanks so much!
Carol @ CAD INTERIORS
Can you just make me one?! 🙂 Love this project!
Ashley Mayes
Haha, I feel like that all the time. Can you recreate your living room for me?
Vineta @ The Handyman's Daughter
I just built our outdoor sofa and loveseat, and now I need to build an end table to finish off the space. This would be perfect! Way more interesting than a flat table, and you still have space for drinks!
Ashley Mayes
It would be perfect! Seriously, it's pretty simple.. you should give it a go.
Dawn
I love that concept. I really enjoy rustic vintage and can envision this done in old barn boards with a few vintage gardening tools hung along the sides. Gotta try it! Thx for posting.
Ashley Mayes
That would be super fun!
Diogo
Hi Ashley, this is a great idea for my balcony. I'll add mosquito-repellent plants such as lavender, marigolds, and rosemary. Thanks for the inspiration!
Kasha
Can you please share what paints colors are your outdoor patio love seat and chairs?
Seem like beautiful shade of emerald green… and neutral color chairs?
On the pics you posted with “how to make a table and planter combo”?
By the way…Beautiful planter combo !!!!
Ashley Mayes
They were thrifted so we didn't paint them. Thank you!