People who want to live a sustainable lifestyle at home often begin by minimizing the amount of plastic that they purchase and use. For the plastic products in the home, there are many ways to recycle or even upcycle it to prevent it from going into a landfill. One creative way to reuse old plastic materials is to create plastic bottle planters. Here's everything you need to know about this craft:
You won't need much to create your own plastic bottle planter. In fact, you likely already have many of these supplies on hand. This is what you will need to get started:
Not only does this craft require minimal supplies, but it also only takes a few steps to complete. These are the four steps that you need to follow to finish your plastic bottle planter:
Once you have finished planting, you are ready to display your new plastic bottle planter. Depending on the plant you chose, you can hang it indoors or outdoors.
By putting an old plastic bottle to use in your home, you are eliminating the risk that this bottle will not be properly recycled, and you are preventing it from ending up in the trash. In addition, you also are creating an upcycled project with a natural twist. This plastic bottle planter will hold your favorite plant and display it for anyone who comes into your home or yard, allowing you to showcase your commitment to preserving the environment in a variety of ways.
Gabrielle began her career in Real Estate in 2002. Prior to becoming a real estate agent, Gabrielle worked in the marketing/communications and manufacturing business in NYC for 18 years, having worked with both US and International clients. She is fluent in both Italian and French and is a Certified International Property Specialist.