Create A Hanging Succulent Planter From A Water Jug With This Super Easy DIY

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Whether you're decorating inside or outside the home, there's something to be said for the way natural elements draw you in. Being close to nature can have a positive impact on mental state, improving mood and mindset. But not everyone has the money to purchase multiple planter pots and stands for their home decor purposes. This is where finding simple DIY hacks to create your own is so handy, and that's exactly what this project does. You can create a stunning succulent arrangement with just a few simple supplies. This quick DIY is all about turning trash into treasure by repurposing a water jug into a suspended succulent container.

The trick to this nifty plant holder involves a little cutting and folding. The top half of the bottle is nearly entirely removed leaving the mouth, cap, and a small strip of plastic connecting it to the base. A hole is cut near the center of the back of the jug, and the mouth is folded down to pop into the hole, with the cap screwed on to hold it in place. Then poke holes for drainage and add soil and succulents. That's really all there is to it. There are plenty of common household items that can be turned into beautiful planters to bring nature closer to you at home. This one takes minutes to make, costs little beyond the soil and succulents, and is completely customizable.

As you begin your project, make sure the hole you cut out of the jug is slightly larger than the cap. This is an integral part of the project, as the loop you create makes the planter easy to hang. There are a few ways to cut it out. One is to trace the cap onto the area you want to punch out using a grease pencil or a marker, and then melting it off with a soldering iron or similar heated tool. You can also use a box cutter or a good pair of sharp scissors. Just be careful with this step, as the plastic is a slippery surface to work with. With this out of the way, it's smooth sailing to the fun part: personalizing your planter.

The slippery plastic makes it tough for some paints to adhere. To make the process easier, lightly sand the jug before applying paint. Use a can of spray like Rust Oleum Painter's Touch x2 to cover the exterior. You can also go natural by mixing glue and food coloring for an almost stained-glass effect to see inside the jug. Use a rod like Ebonee's Adjustable Extension Closet Rod for a stylish spot to hang several. There are plenty of stunning DIY planter ideas you can steal from TikTok with similar results, but this one costs you nothing to make and offers plenty of potential to bring natural greenery closer to home.