TikTok's DIY Woodworking Project For A Beautiful Hanging Plant Shelf
Part of the fun of having houseplants, besides fresh air and a better mood, is picking cute planters and styling them around your home. Whether you have verified green thumbs or are surrounded by easy-to-care-for houseplants, a hanging shelf is a stellar way to display your plant babies. Fortunately, with a trip to the hardware store and some determination, you can easily create a stunning two-tiered shelf that is perfect for any room.
For this project, you'll need a drill, two ceiling anchors, two 25-foot ropes, and two 5-foot wooden boards. You can grab more planks to add extra tiers to this stand, but just keep in mind the hooks need to be able to support the weight of each shelf plus the plants it will hold. Feel free to paint the wooden planks or use colorful rope to customize the hanging shelves for your aesthetic. It is a beginner-friendly project that you can complete in one evening, so get ready to bring the rustic decor to life.
How to create a hanging plant shelf
First, you need to gather all your materials and paint the wood if you're feeling extra crafty. Make sure everything is clean and dry before proceeding. Next, mark off 1 ½ inches from each corner on the boards. Both shelves will have four holes (two on either end) where you thread the rope and connect the tiers. Drill these openings large enough for the rope to fit and place the boards to the side.
Now, you're going to install the ceiling anchors. Measure at least 1 ½ inches from the wall and mark the ceiling where the hooks will go. Then, drill the ceiling holes and insert the anchors. Next, take the first plank and thread one rope through the left side, then the other cord through the right. Leave at least one foot of space between the top of the rope and the shelf. Ensure the wood is leveled before securing the cord underneath the board with a knot. Next, thread the rope through the bottom tier, level it, and tie the knot. Lastly, securely attach the rope to the anchors.
You can leave the cord ends hanging, twist them together, or cut off the excess to further personalize the stand. Then it's ready to display your flowers and foliage. This hanging plant shelf is a great way to decorate with indoor plants and makes for a fun weekend DIY.