I have a really easy little craft for you today–Chalkboard Labeled Planters. Take otherwise simple pots and turn them into custom planters.
I picked up 3 small planters at Ikea, with the intent to plant herbs in this Spring. They are the perfect size that I can have them outside, and still bring them inside for the Winter. This way I can have fresh herbs all year long.
How to Make Chalkboard Labeled Planters
What you’ll need
- Plain pots (I picked mine up at Ikea)
- Chalkboard paint
- Paintbrush
- Painter’s tape
- Chalk or chalk marker
Start by cleaning the pots really well. Rubbing alcohol works great, especially if there is any sticky residue left from stickers.
Next, tape off the area you want painted. For mine I just eyeballed it.
Then paint a layer of chalkboard paint on top. Let dry before painting on a second coat. My chalkboard labeled planters actually took 3 coats to completely cover the pot.
After the paint dried I carefully peeled off the painter’s tape, and corrected any bleed throughs.
Then using a piece of chalk, I wrote out my herb names. They aren’t perfect, but I like the way they turned out.
Right now I just have potted herbs sitting in the planters. It still a tad bit cold to have them planted and outside, so they are living in my in house greenhouse right now with my seedlings.
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I can’t wait for it to warm up enough to get started on the garden!!
Sophie
Thursday 10th of May 2018
I’ve popped over from home and garden Thursday. I love these! They are so cute.
Amanda
Thursday 17th of May 2018
Thank you so much Sophie!!
Debrashoppeno5
Monday 7th of May 2018
These are so cute. I like the idea of the chalkboard on the pot so you can change the plant that is in the planter and update the name.
Amanda
Thursday 17th of May 2018
It really is so convenient. And then I don't forget what I put in each one lol
Victoria @DazzleWhileFrazzled
Monday 7th of May 2018
Great gift idea, especially for Mother's Day and teachers.
Michelle James
Monday 9th of April 2018
I wanted to let you know I am featuring this great project at #merrymonday this week. I hope you will check it out when you have a chance! https://ourcraftymom.com/10-beautiful-diy-planter-ideas-to-add-instant-curb-appeal/
Amanda
Wednesday 11th of April 2018
Thanks Michelle!
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