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Make it: Hanging planters from recycled water bottles

What you need:

  • Recycled (dry) plastic water bottles
  • Craft paint
  • Paintbrush
  • Painter’s tape
  • Yarn
  • Scissors

Directions:

  1. Cut plastic bottle 1/3 from the bottom of the container.
  2. Cut painters tape into shapes and secure to the bottle.
  3. Paint the water bottle and remove painter’s tape after the paint has dried.
  4. Cut four holes halfway down the bottle for yarn to pass through. Thread and secure the top of the yarn (for hanging).
  5. Fill with soil and a plant of your choice.