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Rustic Painted Garden Planters

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Next to the thrill of the hunt, is surely the thrill
of creating something for next to nothing.
Spray paint is one of my favorite ways to transform
and renew something old or outdated.
In this case, I had two square plastic garden planters
from Dollar Tree that looked a bit too new.
I picked up these planters recently so I could 
“transplant” two indoor topiary that I already had.
I began by using Rust-Oleum spray paint in 
Heirloom White.  I used three coats on each planter
allowing each coat to dry well before applying another.
Next I used my large (5″) French Script Number
stencils, some black acrylic paint,and stenciled
the numbers onto each container.
Once the stenciled numbers were dry, I used a 
220 grit (fine grit) sandpaper, and distressed the edges 
and surfaces of the planter.  I did not bother painting 
the inside as it would not show.
Next I used some Rust-Oleum clear matte sealer
to protect my design, and prevent any 
chipping of paint.
I placed each topiary in their new pots, and 
surrounded each with burlap scraps to fill the pot.
The burlap balanced out the pots so they didn’t look
too fancy.  I wanted them pretty, but still
 rustic-farm-house-ey.
All done, and residing next to my 
Junky Tiered Stand (for now at least) 
If you missed how I made this Junky Stand 
Total cost: $2 for the square planters since
I already had everything on hand.
Not too shabby.
Thank you so much for creating and 
decorating with me here at twelveOeight.
Don’t forget to link up your latest
projects and see who was featured
at the Pretty Things Party Monday night!!
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xo, Tanya 
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  3. Mandy Hank says

    This is a great idea! It adds so much character to the planter. I am in the process of redoing my porch, great idea!

    Just wanted to stop in from The Scoop

    Mandy@ The Hankul House

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  13. Alderberry Hill says

    Thanks so much for linking to Make the Scene Monday @ Alderberry Hill. You are being featured later tonight!
    I hope you are having a wonderful weekend, and join me tomorrow evening for Make the Scene Monday #66!

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  21. Lelio Vieira Carneiro says

    This design is steller! You most certainly know how
    to keep a reader amused. Between your wit and your videos, I was almost moved
    to start my own blog (well, almost…HaHa!) Fantastic job.
    I really loved what you had to say, and more than that, how you presented it.
    Too cool!

    Reply

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