Recycle Old Jars into Succulent Planting Pots with Color-Block Twine ⋆ Design Mom

Embracing the season of spring? Well here’s a happy, easy project to bring a little sunshine and color into your day.

These little twine wrapped planters are perfect for brightening your home. I like the idea of a collection of them on the coffee table, or perhaps lining a windowsill. And they would also be darling as party favors or anytime gifts. Another idea: I can picture these as place-setting holders — you could hang the name name cards from an extra length of twine.

However you choose to use them, you’ll be glad you made this easy project! Let’s get to wrapping.

Supplies:

– various colors of string like twine, hemp, yarn, jute
– white glue – Elmer’s or Mod Podge
– glass jars (or containers from the recycling bin)
– scissors
– old container or bowl
– optional: wax paper & tape to cover your workspace
– optional: clear coat spray

First things first. Soak the stringing material in the glue. It’s important that the fibers are soaked in the glue so they will stick when wrapped.

Choose two colors of string. Start by looping each color, separately, a few times around the whole jar like in the image above. Doing this will prevent the two colors from separating down the middle.

Continue by wrapping the top half of the jar with one of the colors. The thickness and cover is up to you.

Finish by covering the bottom half with the other color. Make sure to tuck the ends in and then set it aside to dry completely. An optional step is to coat the threads with clear coat to further protect them from dirt and water.