From Neon to Chevron: 9 Ways to Decorate a Boring Ol' Flower Pot
Whether you live in a house or apartment, you can bring color to your home or patio by planting flowers. And when you plant those beautiful flowers, you need a flower pot gorgeous enough to match! From neon to chevron, there are plenty of options to match your own personal style and interior decorating tastes. Here are 9 creative flower pots you can make yourself.
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1. Neon Pots
Add a trendy burst of color with this easy and fun idea -- just use a little paint!
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2. Fabric Pots
Here's an easy way to add some fun patterns and color or even create pots that match or contrast with something else in your decor. Just add a fabric of your choosing to your flower pots for the ultimate design.
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3. Sunken Pots
Here's a new way of thinking about how you add plants to your garden -- don't worry about if they match. Instead, sink them and create a bright contrast to ground cover, bark, rock or other natural aspects of your yard.
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4. Chalkboard Clay Pots
Chalkboard paint is a great idea for nearly everything! Check out this fun idea to dress up a clay pot.
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5. Painted Pots
Got a favorite pattern? Paint it on your pots! Check out this awesome article for ideas and inspiration.
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6. Chevron Pots
Well, of course I love it because it's chevron! But look how easy it is to do and how it dresses up plain terracotta clay pots.
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7. Polka-dotted Address Planters
These would make great neighbor gifts (although not in the dead of winter, perhaps). Look at these fun, polka-dotted pots -- complete with home address. I love it -- I'm going to give it a try!
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8. Chalkboard Label Flower Pots
Here's another variation on the chalkboard idea - this time with a bit of flair and whimsy!
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9. Painted Pots Used as Silverware Holders
You don't have to put plants in pots; instead, use them as fun silverware holders that you've brightened up with glossy, bold colors. Perfect for a picnic or event!
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- By Jennifer Hadfield
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