20 Ideas to Make Cheap Pots into Expensive DIY Planters

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Check out some amazing Ideas to Make Cheap Pots into Expensive DIY Planters that you can use to house your favorite plants!

Want to have containers that look extravagant? Here are some of the best Ideas to Make Cheap Pots into Expensive DIY Planters!

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Ideas to Make Cheap Pots into Expensive DIY Planters

1. Wooden Planter Box

Ideas to Make Cheap Pots into Expensive DIY PlantersHere’s an expensive-looking wooden planter box that you can make very easily using just a few tools. Click here for details.

2. Abstract Planter

A wrap-around design in this style would be perfect for a terracotta planter and will make it look like it’s worth a lot of bucks! Click here.

3. Repurposed Planters For Succulents

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Make glorious planters for succulents by gluing various combinations of metal, glass, and porcelain together. Details are here.

4. Beautiful Wood Planter Boxes

Large but lightweight, portable, and long-lasting! These are what this planter is! And yes, it looks pretty costly too! Details are here.

5. Chandelier Planter

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Get an old chandelier from Craigslist, eBay, thrift stores, or yard sales. Add terracotta pots and saucers along with few other supplies to make this one.

6. Make a Birdcage Flower Planter

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Check out this DIY for setting up a new or upcycled birdcage as a planter for succulents or annuals.

7. Planter Out of an Upcycled Can

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Learn how to make a planter out of an upcycled tin can. It is perfect for growing trailing plants or succulents! Details are here.

8. Locker Drawer Planter

You can use an old locker drawer, paint it in a lovely shade to make it look more expensive than it actually is! It will look stunning with plants!

9. Vintage Wagon Garden Planter

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This gorgeous Vintage Wagon Garden Planter is an easy DIY container gardening idea you can put together in 30 minutes or less. It looks classy and expensive for sure!

10. Lantern Planter

You can get different lanterns at thrift stores at throw-away prices. Paint them in different shades to make them look new! Details are here.

11. 3D Graphic Planter

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Make this amazing 3D graphic pot using some products you have in the house. Once done, it looks super expensive!

12. Decoupaged Terracotta Pots

Transform the look of your old pots with the help of pretty paper napkins and mod podge at home! Details are here.

13. Oxidized Copper Planters

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Upcycle empty paint cans, jars, or tins with the help of gardening and cleaning supplies, transforming empty containers into new planters loaded with style! Click here for details.

14. Marbleize Terracotta Pots

This is surely going to make your old terracotta pots look like far expensive ones! Details are here.

15. Plant Box Stand

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These stands look a lot more expensive than they actually are and can also be moved easily from one place to another.

16. Terracotta Pots With Gold Leafing

Plain terracotta pots are given a sleek and modern make-over with matte paint and liquid gold leafing. Fast drying and looks expensive! Click here for details.

17. Terracotta Clay Hanging Planters

These planters are a very easy way to update a corner of your room in a way that makes a big impact! Details are here.

18. Brass Plate Wall Planter

This brass plate planter is best for succulents! It also looks classy and expensive, like the way you want it! Click here for details.

19. Disco Ball Planters

Bring in some bling with these disco ball planters! They look flashy, classy, and expensive! Details are here.

20. Fabric Planters

Use faux leather or tribal print cotton to wrap old pots. It will transform their look completely, making them look costly! Click here for details.

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