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Washi Tape Flower Pots ~Making Old Things Pretty

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July 2, 2013 by Kendra 7 Comments

A couple weeks ago I had the idea to make a few Washi Tape Flower Pots.  You see, I created this lovely planter last year and it was wonderful. But the winter was not kind to it, so it was time to come up with something new.

Making a decorated Washi Tape Flower Pot. so fun and pretty for the summer!  #washitape #flowerpot #planter

Last year I painted the pots and gave them a more stone color, but that pain had come off in many areas and I decided to ditch the big pot and just use the 3 small ones. Here they are, needing a little help, yes?

Old flower pots needing cleaned up

So I cleaned them up and scrubbed all the loose paint off of them.  Then it was time for the washi tape. I have to admit, I really like that stuff, you can do so many fun things with washi tape.

Washi Tape Flower Pots:

I chose a couple different colors and started wrapping the pots. You have to wrap the tape as tight as you can with out breaking the tape.  As you can see, my pots are tapered so the bottom of the tape sticks out a bit. After each wrap around the pot, I used the back of my thumb nail to press the tape firmly to the pot.

Making a washi tape flower pot

decorated plastic flower pot

 

As you can see, there are creases, where I pressed the excess tape down. However, the creases stuck nicely together and once the pot was completely finished, it didn’t look near as bad as I thought it might.

I didn’t wrap the top lip of the flower pot. There was way to much curve and I know in a couple weeks it will be completely covered. So for now I am looking at the paint chipped top of my washi tape flower pots. 🙂

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And another tip for you: If at all possible, make sure you have enough tape to finish the entire pot. 🙂 Oops.

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Once the pots were all wrapped, I took them outside and began putting thin layers of outdoor modge-podge on them. the directions said a thin layer every 25 minutes. So I did about 3 layers. I have a feeling that 5 layers at least would’ve been a good idea, but it’s to late now.  Another thing that would work is spray varnish, but I didn’t have any of that.

The big flower pot has Ivy-leaf Geraniums and the smaller two have pansies in them. The same kink of pansies that I used here.  Aren’t they so pretty?

These washi tape flower pots look so pretty outside! #washitape #flowerpots

I just love how pansies have little faces. If I am outside and see my flower pots with those little pansy faces smiling up at me, I just have to smile back. They are so cheerful!

Washi tape flower pots

I have my washi tape flower pots on a column in our back yard.  We finally got everything finished up out there, so I plan to share a “big reveal” post soon. By the way, this has been a 3 year project! We just did it in small steps.

 

 

 

 

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Respectful opinions are always welcome

  1. Peggy Lindenthaler says

    July 2, 2013 at 7:18 pm

    That is way cool! I’ve seen so many neat colors of washi tape on-line, and you can do just about ANYTHING with it! I have some Hello Kitty washi tape, and I’ve seen some with ladybugs on it too. You could have a whole bunch of custom pots for your plants! I never thought of doing it until now, but seeing your pics, I may have to try it myself. Thanks for the tip Kendra! By the way, I’ve also seen some duct tape with different designs on it too. I think you may have just started something here.

    God bless,

    Peggy

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    • Kendra says

      July 2, 2013 at 7:26 pm

      The duct tape would be a great idea! You wouldn’t have to put a sealer over it. 🙂

      Reply
  2. the smelly lady says

    July 3, 2013 at 12:39 am

    looks neat. Ah yes…..duct tape. I admire the tye dye rolls every time we go to home depot. LOL

    Reply
    • Kendra says

      July 3, 2013 at 9:53 am

      For some reason that doesn’t surprise me at all! 😉

      Reply
  3. Mary @ Woman to Woman says

    July 3, 2013 at 1:43 am

    Kendra, I love this idea! Your flower pots look adorable! I’ve got so many ugly pots that I could spruce up with washi tape. Thanks for the great tip!
    Blessings to you ~ Mary

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    • Kendra says

      July 3, 2013 at 9:54 am

      Thanks Mary! You definitely should try it!

      Reply
  4. Missy says

    July 3, 2013 at 4:26 pm

    I adore your Washi Tape flower pots! This is a great idea for the backyard.

    Reply

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