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Wednesday, July 6, 2016

A Few "Different" Plant Containers and Stands!


 ATTENTION: MY MAIN BLOG, DEBBIE-DABBLE, IS HAVING MAJOR ISSUES AND I HAVE LOST ACCESS TO CHANGE ANYTHING IN THE LAYOUT OF THE BLOG SO I HAVE DECIDED TO START A NEW BLOG BECAUSE I FEEL THE ISSUE WITH MY FORMER BLOG MAY NEVER BE RESOLVED.

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I hope everyone had a wonderful 4th of July!!

We celebrated on Sunday as I worked on Monday night, the 4th of July!!

I thought I would share some slightly "different" plant containers and plant stands that I have used in my Cottage Garden Back Yard this year......
I decided to turn this large Home Interiors Bird Cage into a planter for the Summer.......
I started with a bow at the top made from Burlap Ribbon bought last year at Dollar Tree

I bought the large coconut liners at Lowe's and filled it will potting soil.......
I planted a new guinea impatien in the cage.......
Added a solar light for the evening.....
And a Bird Pick.....
Here it is a few weeks ago in full bloom.....
More buds are starting to open and soon the new guinea impatien will be in full bloom again......

This metal crate was given to me by a neighbor.......
I wondered what I would do with it and then realized that I had an extra coconut liner......
So I decided to plant a Gerber Daisy that I had bought at a local Nursery's clearance sale in it.....
Love the look of the crate.......
I also stuck a solar light in it for the evening hours......
I placed a potted geranuim inside this terra cotta Wine Cooler.....
A little elevation off the ground  creates a bit more interest!!
2 "different" types of plant containers......
I have also used chairs bought at yard sales as containers to plants......
When you remove the seat, a pot fits inside the seat rim perfectly!!
Here is another one!!

And this year, I used these wrought iron chairs as plant stands out in the garden.....
 These 2 pots fit perfectly on the seat of these chairs.....
 The impatiens planted in these pots are starting to fill in nicely......
As are these that I planted in these hanging bags........
 This post was just to share what a little imagination can do!

Soon, I will be sharing the other half of Our Bright and Colorful Patio!!
 So I hope you will be back to visit soon!!

And thanks to those who took the time out of their busy day to spend a little bit of time with me!!

 I hope you will also take some time to visit my Christmas Blog, A Debbie-Dabble Christmas, where I am posting, celebrating Christmas in July!!
 Click HERE to see my post, The Spirit of Christmas Books, 1-4!

I hope you will be back to visit soon!!

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Hugs,
Debbie
 
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32 comments:

  1. Penny @ Penny's Vintage HomeJuly 6, 2016 at 12:39 PM

    Your selection of fun containers for the patio have added so much eye candy to your patio Debbie! I'm looking forward to your faux fireplace reveal later.....hugs...

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  2. Kasztanowy DomekJuly 6, 2016 at 2:31 PM

    Great idea! Fantastic garden! Greetings! Kiss:)))

    xxBasia

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  3. Art and SandJuly 6, 2016 at 10:03 PM

    I love getting inspiration from others.

    We have a metal milk crate sitting next to the fire pit and Steve uses it to hold wood. He might be disappointed on Saturday night when we sit by the fire pit because I am going to copy your idea to use it as a plant container.


    Thanks for sharing with SYC.

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  4. StaceyJuly 7, 2016 at 7:28 AM

    I love your thinking! Different plant holders add so much character and uniqueness to the garden. It's fun.

    Thank you so much for joining Thoughts of Home on Thursday. We are honored to have you. ;)

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  5. LindaJuly 7, 2016 at 7:55 AM

    {{{big, big smiles}}} I love the chairs...ok...everything. smiles. Have a beautiful day, friend.

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  6. Alex July 7, 2016 at 8:18 AM

    My goodness, you have really been 'thinking out of the box' with your planting , Deb!I love the wire chairs with the heartshapes.
    The bright corner with the seating in the last pic looks SO fun and inviting. Is that a faux window with shutters? It works so well.
    If I were a fairy or a garden elf I would make your garden my playground, it is so whimsical!
    Bless your heart, sweet friend!

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  7. Carol @Comfort Spring StationJuly 7, 2016 at 9:03 AM

    Your garden is a treat; so many details add fun.

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  8. Thankful for GraceJuly 7, 2016 at 9:37 AM

    You have a really beautiful garden. So many fun and creative ideas.

    thanks for the inspiration,
    Patti @ Embracing Home

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  9. Life at Still WoodsJuly 7, 2016 at 1:37 PM

    I am so sorry you were hacked. That word (hack) brings fear to my heart. I am thinking about getting rid of my Google + because it seems that every time I publicize a post there, I receive very inappropriate emails with a day or two. It's the only thing I can think of. Well enough with nasty hackers! I love the garden planter ideas! I would never have thought of removing seats so that the chairs become planters. Very clever Debbie! Can't wait to see you Christmas blog come alive. I am crazy about Christmas and always enjoy visiting your blog.
    Blessings from Lynda at Still Woods Farmhouse

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  10. AnnJuly 7, 2016 at 9:17 PM

    I think the metal crate is my favorite, but I have to laugh! The ice cream parlor chairs are great as planters, but in my house, they are my dining room chairs! LOL
    Great post!
    Ann

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  11. Sherry ColeJuly 7, 2016 at 9:40 PM

    I love all of these different planters! Your photos are gorgeous!

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    1. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJuly 16, 2016 at 2:20 AM

      Sherry, Thanks so muchf or stopping by to visit!! I could not get in touch with you any other way so I left your return comment here!
      Hugs,
      Deb

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  12. DebraJuly 8, 2016 at 9:13 AM

    I like how you used everyday articles to display your plants. It looks so pretty. You have quite the green thumb.

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  13. At Rivercrest CottageJuly 8, 2016 at 1:05 PM

    you have inspired me to the max! I've been wondering how to spruce up my dull front and back patios and your creative use of objects as planters is just what I needed to see. thanks again.

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  14. UnknownJuly 9, 2016 at 6:49 PM

    I love all these ideas. Creativity is the spice of any container gardening and you've really outdone yourself! My fave is the metal crate - never seen that before. Love it! (visiting from Snickerdoodle Sunday). Have a great weekend :)

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    1. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJuly 16, 2016 at 2:15 AM

      Jelica,
      Thanks so much for stopping by!!I could not find any other way to get in touch with you so I am leaving a comment here.!!
      Hugs,
      Deb

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  15. handmade by amaliaJuly 10, 2016 at 2:25 AM

    Such brilliant ideas, Debbie. The garden looks so colorful and vibrant.
    Amalia
    xo

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  16. Sum of their StoriesJuly 10, 2016 at 5:05 PM

    I'm so sorry to hear you have been having technical difficulties, these computers are great when it's going well, but then once someone attacks or something goes wrong it can be hard to know the best way to fix it.
    You have so many beautiful and unusual planters, such a feast for the yes, thanks for sharing.

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  17. ConniecrafterJuly 10, 2016 at 6:28 PM

    Terrific ways to show off your lovely plants, I do like the ones that sit down into the chair, so cool!

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  18. Bernideen July 11, 2016 at 9:24 AM

    Dear Debbie:
    The little cupid under the chair was my favorite thing! I think he is hiding! Thanks for linking and sharing.

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  19. quakerhillfarmJuly 11, 2016 at 4:56 PM

    Great Ideas. I love the unusual to plant flowers. Thanks for sharing. LYnn

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  20. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageJuly 11, 2016 at 6:37 PM

    Debbie, I love the chairs and bird cage used as planters. They are really sweet and add a lot of character to your garden. The little cupid under the white chair was a cute touch too. Lovely images and lots of posies; loved it! Thanks for sharing with us.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  21. Claire JustineJuly 12, 2016 at 12:07 PM

    You have a beautiful garden Debbie. I would love a bird cadge for my flowers!!

    Thanks so much for stopping by and linking up..

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  22. My thrift store addictionJuly 12, 2016 at 5:28 PM

    Debbie, Repurposed garden containers are my favorite! The metal crate is my favorite--pinning to our Features and Favorites board! Thank you for sharing @Vintage Charm!

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  23. KathleenJuly 13, 2016 at 9:14 AM

    I love all of these different planters. My favorite is the pink chair, but they are all really neat. I just finished planting some things on my terrace. Fingers crossed that they will actually grow. I have a mad black thumb. Thanks so much for linking up to Tips and Tricks. I hope to see you again this week. Have a great weekend. Pinning this on our group board.

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  24. The Charm of HomeJuly 13, 2016 at 3:55 PM

    I like how you displayed your plants Debbie! Thank you for sharing at Home Sweet Home!

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  25. LaurieJuly 13, 2016 at 11:18 PM

    Debbie, Your garden pictures are beautiful! All of the planters are wonderful, but that bird cage turned planter is my favorite! Such a wonderful idea! Thanks so much for coming over and visiting and sharing your posts with us at Brag About It! I appreciate you :) Pinned to share.

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  26. Crafts a la ModeJuly 14, 2016 at 10:22 PM

    Hey, Debbie, Sorry to hear about your blog problems. Hope all is well now. You are being featured tonight at the new party and pinned to my garden board on Pinterest. Hope you are having a wonderful summer. Your friend, Linda @Crafts a la mode

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  27. UnknownJuly 15, 2016 at 1:09 AM

    Very creative ideas! Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty

    Julie
    LiveFromJuliesHouse.com

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  28. UnknownJuly 16, 2016 at 1:00 AM

    These are such neat ideas!

    I would love for you to share this with my Facebook Group for recipes, crafts, and tips: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pluckyrecipescraftstips/

    Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!

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  29. Beverly @Across the BlvdJuly 16, 2016 at 11:55 AM

    Debbie, these are all such great looking planters! I especially love the cage. What a pretty way to display your lovely plants and flowers. Pinning.

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  30. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageJuly 18, 2016 at 8:26 AM

    Hi Debbie,
    I am featuring your wonderful post this week at No Place Like Home. Enjoy your day, my friend.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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