Recycled Planter

Give new life to your indoor greenery with our Recycled Planter project. This tutorial will guide you through creating unique and eco-friendly planters using everyday recyclable materials. Perfect for adding a touch of greenery to your home or office while reducing waste, this DIY project combines creativity with sustainability. Follow our easy, step-by-step instructions to craft planters that not only showcase your plants beautifully but also reflect your commitment to environmental stewardship. Upcycle your old drink bottles and display your favourite plants in custom planters - win/win!

What you will need

Clag Paste
Clag® Kids PVA
Template
Recycled bottle with cap
Small plant
Stanley knife and scissors
Red paint or marker
Black paper
Tissue paper
Googly eyes

Difficulty

Average time

1 Hour

Cost

Print version!

Instructions

STEP 1: Cut recycled bottle

Take a recycled plastic bottle and using a Stanley knife cut off the top.

Note

Adult assistance required for this step!

STEP 2: Cover in tissue paper

Use the Blu Stik to glue the boots and hair template to your chosen colour card. Cut out a rectangle from the coloured paper big enough to fit the googley eyes into. Use the Clag Kids PVA to glue the eyes and mask.

STEP 3: Create fringing

Cut two small strips of black paper. Use the scissors to create fringing - these are the eyelashes. Use Clag Kids PVA Glue to secure the lashes, googly eyes and bottle top nose to planter.

STEP 4: Create ears

Cut out the ears from the template. Use Clag Paste to cover them in tissue paper. Use Clag Kids PVA Glue to secure both ears to the planter. Leave to dry.