Under $25 Create DIY Porch Planters

Once it was built, I stained it with my current favorite color. Minwax Dark Walnut. I always use a sock when staining. I finished it off with a top coat of spray poly in satin.

I needed a place for the planter to sit on, so I added a few furring strips 9.5″ down and nailed them in as well. The original post that I was following on Pinterest added a lot more work (pocket holes, etc). I could (should?) have done that, however I didn’t feel it was necessary for my purpose.

I went to JoAnn’s and bought items to fill the planters at 50% off, which I swear is still so expensive! Each planter cost $20 each to fill.

Once I had them up I thought they looked a touch boring, but I liked it, but I was torn. I decided to make a template out of cardboard and add gold screws.

I then decided to see what it would look like for the holidays if I added some red to the decor. I love it! (Pic was taken before the gold screws were added)

There’s a few more DIY projects over at the blog if you want to check them out!

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