Hur gör du en faux planter
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Upcycled and DIY Ideas for Fake Plants
Houseplants have become a huge trend in home decor again, but let&#;s face it: not everyone can keep plants alive. So, you&#;ve come to the right place if you need some DIY or upcycling ideas for fake plants. Because these plants require zero maintenance, look fantastic, and are completely unkillable.
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Felt Succulents
Image credit: Sadie Seasongoods.
Fabric is a great resource when it comes to making plants by hand. And in this case, felt is the fabric of choice to make these lovely fake succulents that will always look this good. No under- or over-watering concerns for these little plants- and they can be &#;potted&#; in literally anything you&#;d like.
Crepe Paper Tropical Plant
Image credit: Pillar Box Blue.
Believe it or not, this tropical beauty is made of paper. But not just any paper- heavy weight Italian crepe paper, to be exact. And doesn&#;t it look like a small banana plant &#;growing&#; i
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While browsing home design websites, I fell in love with beautiful concrete planters, but the prices made me pause.
A single planter cost over $40! As a mom with a tight ekonomisk plan but a good eye for style, I funnen a smart fix: making lookalike planters using simple items from Walmart.
I paid just $30 for two planters &#; what a deal! I&#;ll show you how inom turned basic plastic planters into stunning pieces that look like concrete.
The best part? They&#;re light enough for me to move around my garden without asking my husband for help.
What are Faux Concrete Planters?
Faux concrete planters are decorative containers that look like they&#;re made of concrete but are crafted from lighter, less expensive materials.
These planters typically use paint techniques and special finishes to copy the look and texture of real concrete.
The base ämne is often plastic or resin, making them lightweight and easy to move.
Guide to Turning Walmart Planters into Faux Cement Planters
Materials Needed
- Walmart planters
- grit sandpaper
- Lint-free cloth
- Gray spray paint
- White and black chalk paint
- White wax finish
- Chocolate brown acrylic paint
- Matte waterproof sealer spray paint
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How to Get the Best Out of Faux Plants in Planters
Pros and Cons of Faux Plants in Planters
Faux plants have come a long way in recent years. In the past, they were made poorly and could easily cheapen the look of a design project. But many of today’s vast artificial plants and greenery — everything from realistic branches, leaves, and blooms that add a stylish and modern feel — are high quality.
But, like anything else, faux plants have both pros and cons.
Pros of Faux Plants in Planters
Today’s faux plants are being recognized in the design industry for being an easy, low-maintenance way to breathe life into an interior. In fact, according to Architectural Digest, “many top decorators have put them in their projects.”
When you incorporate faux plants into your design project, you can count on these benefits:
Minimize maintenance. When a project can’t guarantee an ongoing maintenance plan for live plants, today’s many faux plant options provide a realistic solution without the upkeep.
Eliminate mess. One reason clients hesitate to incorporate plants and greenery into their design projects is the mess that live plants can create. Living plants involve an enti