When the last batch of stew is cooked in your trusty pot, your instinct may be to toss it. Not only is that option bad for the environment, but it also deprives your home of truly amazing, creative decor pieces that cost you very little to create. In fact, you can reuse all kinds of cookware – just look at them all Ways to use up old bread pans. YouTube Creator Evrim Taşer Yılmaz A prime example is turning an old pot with a broken handle into the cutest elevated planter.
The infusion starts with a metallic pot with double handles, but you can use any kind of pot. A small metal bucket like this Rtteri galvanized metal bucketTurns upside down and removing the handle creates an ideal base. Or, use a mini terracotta pot or another sturdy object with a similar shape. If you want to change the silhouette, use a wooden block as a pedestal. There are many Ways to use up old pots and pans And many more personalization options for them.
To replicate the original macrame-style design, grab thick and thin brown twine and thick white rope. But you can also go rogue and design your planter with decorative elements that match your home decor and show off your creativity. To prepare your pan for planter positioning, remove any handles or attachments on the outside. If the handle is already loose, you may be able to knock it out with a hammer. Otherwise, take a screwdriver to remove it. Sandpaper can help you smooth out any rough spots, and a good scrubbing will remove any grease or food residue.
Elevate an old pot to a new purpose as a planter
If you want a textured look, paint the outside of the pan using the stamping method with a sponge or spray-stone-finish paint on metal. These options remove visible brush strokes. If you prefer a glossier look, spray paint the entire piece. For the base, the original creator covers the bucket with twine. You can do the same or just paint it, either the same as the top or a contrasting color. Glue the two pieces together to get your basic structure.
To add texture and depth to the top, try a basic design: fold-over lengths of hot glue roped evenly along the top. Bring the centers of the ropes from adjacent strands together about an inch below the top, and glue the meeting points in place by wrapping them with thin twine. Then, bring them together with opposite side stands, creating diamond-style shapes down the sides. Or, glue a length or rope around the top and bottom and leave the rest plain. To completely change the look, decorate the pot with ribbon, doilies, or other recycled items that suit your home’s ambiance.
Now, add the floral foam inside, and cover the foam with faux florals of your choice. If you prefer living greenery, place a potted plant inside. Thus, you can choose a pot with good drainage and use an elevated planter as decoration. And if you’re getting rid of an entire set of cookware, Turn one of those old frying pans into a chic storage solution You can place next to the planter.
