DIY upcycled planter pots

What’s an even greener solution than recycling? Upcycling! Instead of spending your hard-earned money on new planters for the plants in your home, turn your old terracotta pots into beautiful DIY planters you can be proud of.

What you will need

Bostik Clear Adhesive
Terracotta pots (small/medium sized)
6mm - 8mm Thick twine/rope (enough to cover the pot)
White stones to decorate

Difficulty

Average time

30 Mins

Cost

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Instructions

STEP 1: Preparation

Wipe excess sand or dust from terracotta pot and ensure the surface is clean and dry. Apply Bostik Clear in a horisontal direction around the pot.

STEP 2: Glue

Glue the twine/rope to the pot, we suggest you do only a couple of rows at a time. Repeat the steps until your pot is fully covered.

Step 3: Decorate

Leave to dry for about 30 mins. Decorate the top of the planter using the white stones.

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CLEAR ADHESIVE

General clear, multi-purpose adhesive for school, home and DIY projects.

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CLEAR GEL ADHESIVE

A gel formulated general multi-purpose adhesive for school, home and DIY projects.

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GLU GO

Ready, Set, GONE! Bostik Glu GO is an adhesive remover formulated for the fast and easy removal of sticky, gummy adhesive residue from non-porous surfaces and some fabrics.

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