So I have some big news… today is officially my 1 year blogiversary! Exactly one year ago today I launched this little thing called Design, Dining + Diapers! I’m so thankful for all of YOU who are joining me in this journey, this year would not have been the same without you. While today is the official day, all of the festivities will take place next week, so get ready for a week of fun giveaways! (I also have one more spot open so email me if you are interested!)
Today, I’m sharing a fun project I finished this week. I’m finally in the stages of working on the little ‘details’ of the family room I’m so excited to FINALLY be in this stage because these are my favorite kinds of projects. Quick and easy yet make such an impact.
The other day I was shopping at the Goodwill and came across a small and sad looking watering can. Baby E actually pointed to it from the cart and so I picked it up to take a look. She must be taking after her momma! At the time I wasn’t sure what I was going to do with it but an idea eventually popped into my head. I decided to turn this little water can into a rustic inspired planter for succulents. It goes perfectly with the new space.
In case you are wondering, there is no real inspiration behind the #2. It just seems to be the standard number I see on cool vintage pieces when I go antique shopping. So I thought I’d go with it.
I’m really happy with how it turned out, it’s just another little detail that makes the space feel personal and adds a little charm.
I just hope I can manage to keep these succulents alive. I am terrible with keeping plants alive, especially indoor ones. Good thing these don’t need a lot of water.
So if you have a hard time remembering to water plants like me, go with succulents :)
We all love before and after pics so here is the money shot. Quite a transformation, eh? (No, I’m to from Canada but the border is only about 1.5 hours away, so close enough.)
If you would like to turn your own watering can into a succulent planter, here is a little tutorial.
1. Pick out a watering can and give it a good cleaning.
2. I used a Valspar spray primer for the first coat.
3. I always suggest using a primer base when painting metal, it will help your desired paint color adhere and not chip.
4. I chose a Bronzed Metal Metalic Spray from Rustoleum. I love how it went on and I am in love with the color.
5. Next, I used my Silhouette to cut out the number 2 onto a piece of vinyl. I like using vinyl because it generally sticks really well to the surface of the project and then peels off when you are done painting. However, for some reason this vinyl didn’t want to stick so I had to tape it down. I used American Typewriter font.
6. Because the final wouldn’t stick, I was afraid to paint on top of the stencil in fear that it would bleed through, so I used a chalk pen to outline the number.
7. I removed the vinyl and then used a very fine tip paint brush to fill in the lines.
8. My number 2 is complete.
9. After the paint dried, I filled the can about 3/4 full with soil (FYI, I am no expert on succulents and every tutorial I read all recommended a different soil. So I just used some potting soil I had left over.)
10. Lastly, I planted my succulents and gave them a good watering.
Linking to some of the parties here along with Today’s Creative Blog, TipJunkie, Home Stories A 2 Z, Funky Junk Interiors, The Shabby Nest, My Repurposed Life, The Shabby Creek Cottage, Thrifty Decor Chick
I love this! I have a hard time seeing something plain and envisioning something wonderful.
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I love succulents! What a great idea for a planter.
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OK, you’ve just answered my prayer about how to transform a watering can I have that is the same color as yours was. I thought about leaving it the same color, but like the rustic metal color instead! The number makes it even cuter.
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Love this! Looks great!
Happy 1 Year Blogiversary, Taryn!
This is such an adorable planter and a great find! Your little girl has great taste :)
I made some succulent planters out of rescued tea tins this week and have the same hopes of survival for them! Let’s both cross our fingers :)
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Congrats on your Blogiversary!!! And that watering can planter is just too cute! I’d be thrilled if you want to link this up to my link party that just opened tonight! http://practicallyfunctional.net/2012/07/the-fun-in-functional-link-party-7/
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I loooove this! DO you know, I just bought some succulents tonight. Now my plain old glass bowl seems very boring. I think I NEED a watering can!
xo Becca
Hey there! I love this idea! I am thrilled to be your newest follower! Thanks for stopping by and liking my facebook page too! Have a blessed day!
-Molly
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Nice job.I love little watering can transformations! Happy 1 year also :)
Congratulations on your bIogiversary! I love succulents and it looks so good in the watering can. I’m pinning this so I’ll remember to do this. Thanks for sharing!
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Wow this is absolutely adorable! Also congratulations on your 1 year blogiversary! How exciting!!!
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Another gorgeous project! Happy Anniversary to your and your blog! xoxo
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Hi! This is a fabulous idea! It looks so Pottery Barn-esque. I love it. Great job! I’m your newest follower.
Xoxo Janean @howikeepsane.com
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Absolutely dariling!!
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I am really starting to love succulents…they Re so pretty and especially in your cute watering can! So so cute! Cme link up to Centerpiece Wednesday on my blog and share your ideas!
Karin
I just jumped on over from the FB blog hop and joined your FB page and joined here via Linky. I’d love if you could come join me via Linky too )
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Blessings,
Diana
P.S. – I Love the # on the watering can!!! I may have to be a copy cat on that one <3
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I love your planter!! What a fabulous idea! Found you on Delightful Order.
Love this!!! Visiting from shabbygals.blogspot.com!!
love the watering can transformation!!! glad I found your site! just joined! hop on over to my blog…I have frugal projects you might like!!
Totally love what you did with the watering can – I haven’t tried that type of paint before but will now – love this finish of it! Have a great weekend!
LOVE it, Taryn!! I really want to try growing succulents because I hear they’re hard to kill…lol. Great job with the planter! I’d be thrilled for you to share it at Shine on Fridays:
http://oneartmama.blogspot.com/2012/07/shine-on-fridays-36-and-giveaway.html
My grandmother had a watering can much like this one! Thanks for the memory! I love how your project turned out! Thanks for sharing. I am visiting from Tatertots & Jello!
This is beautiful i would love it if you have the time to come and link up at http://www.twiggstudios.com/2012/07/sunday-show-off-linky-party_14.html#more
thankyou xxx
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Great job Taryn! I love the new life you gave to this!
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How cute!!!! I love pretty watering cans, and I love what you did with this!! So cute!
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This is such a great idea! I picked up a tin watering can from Target’s $2.50 section in the Spring and still have it sitting around waiting for a project that doesn’t scream “Springtime” and this might just be it. Thanks for the inspiration! (found you through Craft-o-maniac and am a brand new follower!)
I’m so glad I saw this.I just about sent my watering can to the thrift store, but I couldn’t quite part with it. I knew there was some cute project out there somewhere, and now I know just what to do with it.
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This is just too cute! I love it! And succulents are one of the few plants that I can keep alive. lol! I live just on the other side of the border from you – I look forward to more of your posts!
Jenn :)
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Love the updated look of the watering can! The succulents look beautiful in it — I just planted my first succulents and have my fingers crossed they survive too :~) Thanks for the fab inspiration!
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What a wonderful idea! I have an old metal gas can about the same size that I want to try this on. Yours is so pretty. I would love for you to share it at my new party “Totally Transformed Tuesday” @ http://pjhdesignsoneofakind.blogspot.com Thanks for sharing the tutorial. Have a great day. Peggy
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This looks great! We’d love to feature it as a how-to on CraftFoxes.com. Interested? Feel free to email me at bethany@craftfoxes.com.
I love anything that has to do with DIY and gardening. This turned out very nice! We’d love to have you link it up at our “Home is Where the Heart is” Link Party!
http://www.homesteadsimple.com/home-is-where-the-heart-is-link-it-up-wednesdays-2/
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That turned out very pretty! If I could remember to water plants I would definitely have one of those!
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Now why don’t I ever find anything so cute at my Goodwill? That is seriously cute! I love succulents! Great job!
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Happy Bloggoversary! I love the can! It is darling!
In love with this! Happy Blogiversary! :)
This is gorgeous! And good tip on the succulents! I have a bit of a black thumb myself :D
This turned out lovely. Please stop by and link this up to my new link party going on now. http://thelifeofjenniferdawn.blogspot.com/2012/07/a-little-bird-told-me-link-party-2.html
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I love this! I just bought my son one of those very same succulent plants yesterday. (He loves gardening) I was wondering what kind of pot I should buy for him and while a watering can might not be the best choice for his bedroom, this helped me think “outside the box” for what I could use. I can’t wait to head to our Goodwill to see what I can find! Thanks!
How cute is that! Thank you for sharing. Visiting from Someday Crafts. Would love it if you would share this at my Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2012/07/make-it-pretty-monday-week-6.html Wishing you a grand week. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse
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This looks adorable! I love it.
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Your planter turned out great! I made some hens & chicks planters out of antique cans (gas can and watering can) I love how they look!
super job!
gail
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This is absolutely adorable! So summery and fun. I love the number on the front too!
Love this! Would love for you to share this at our Kitchen Fun and Crafty Friday link party…just posted it!
http://kitchenfunwithmy3sons.blogspot.com/2012/07/kitchen-fun-and-crafty-friday-link_19.html
I love the vintage feel of this planter. Very cute!
Love this! I just pinned it!
Adorable! I will have to try this one for sure, thanks for sharing!
Adorable Taryn! Featured this tonight at our party! Stop by and grab a button! ;) Bonnie
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Thanks for including the font name, the font choice can make or break it. Well done!