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Create the cutest little succulent planters ever using wooden candle holders from the craft store! A little paint and a few faux succulents is all you need.

Create the cutest little succulent planters ever using wooden candle holders from the craft store! A little paint and a few faux succulents is all you need.One of my favorite ways to waste pass time is to wander around at the craft store and brainstorm ideas of things I can make.

When I saw these unfinished wood geometric candle holders on my last visit, I knew I had to get them for a craft.

I added a little faux finish, metallic craft paint, and a fake succulent, and now they are the cutest little planters/paperweights, and I love them! Here is how I made these succulent planters . . .

Create the cutest little succulent planters ever using wooden candle holders from the craft store! A little paint and a few faux succulents is all you need.

Cute Succulent Planters

Supplies

  • Geometric wood candle holders
  • FolkArt Barnwood Painted Finishes
  • Craft paint
  • Faux succulents

img_3847Step 1: Apply FolkArt Barnwood Tint to candle holders. Let dry 4 hours.

img_3851Step 2: Apply FolkArt Barnwood Wax.

Create the cutest little succulent planters ever using wooden candle holders from the craft store! A little paint and a few faux succulents is all you need.Step 3: Remove excess wax using a cloth. Let dry.

Create the cutest little succulent planters ever using wooden candle holders from the craft store! A little paint and a few faux succulents is all you need.Step 4: Tape off and paint the bottom of the candle holders using metallic craft paint. Let dry.

Create the cutest little succulent planters ever using wooden candle holders from the craft store! A little paint and a few faux succulents is all you need.Step 5: Add faux succulents.

Create the cutest little succulent planters ever using wooden candle holders from the craft store! A little paint and a few faux succulents is all you need. Create the cutest little succulent planters ever using wooden candle holders from the craft store! A little paint and a few faux succulents is all you need. Create the cutest little succulent planters ever using wooden candle holders from the craft store! A little paint and a few faux succulents is all you need.Aren’t my succulent planters so cute? I love the combo of the geometric + rustic barnwood + chic metallic + greenery! Now, be sure to visit us as we blog about style, food, and the things we love over at the Pretty Life Girls!

xo, Sam

Would you like to try a related project with faux plants that you can paint? These sand art terrariums are perfect! Just click on the image below:

These sand art terrariums are a perfect combination of a craft you loved as a kid combined with trendy succulents! It's really easy to do with any colors.

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Comments

  3. where did you get the candle holders and how much were they? I love links so you can click on them and order them.

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