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Thrift Store Upcycle + Planter

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A few weeks ago my dad brought me these arrows and vase that he found at a thrift store. I was so excited, but I had no idea what I was going to do with it. So, I stared at it for weeks until I decided what to do to give it a face lift!

He found it at a local thrift store and of course instantly thought of me!

Because, arrows – duh!

But as you can see it super rusted out and the vase was a not-so-cute brown color. 
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What I used: Black matte Rustoleum spray paint,  newspaper,  and sand paper IMG_2333
I laid the newspaper out, sanded down the rusty base and spray painted until it was fully covered – which took about 2 coats. Let it dry for 1 hour and add another coat. 

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I chose to put a succulent type plant in this vase because it needs very little care – just some sun and water once a week. To help with not over watering I put about 1 inch of rocks on the bottom of the vase. Then transferred the succulent from the original pot into my little pot. 

Transferring the plant is super simple. Turn the plant upside down and shakeout out into your hand. If the soil is dry enough it should slide right out! Be super careful about the roots! 

I am a huge fan of succulents and when I saw this one with some blooms on it, I just had to have it! It’s called a Baby Sun Rose and I found it at my local Farmer’s Market.

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How adorable?! I am going to have mine outside on my front porch! 

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30 Comments

  • Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl

    This planter looks great! I love the matte finish too!

    March 20, 2016 at 9:18 pm Reply
    • Tiffany C

      Thank you !

      March 21, 2016 at 7:32 pm Reply
  • Faith (Home Ec @ Home)

    That is so cute! Love it!

    March 21, 2016 at 9:44 am Reply
  • the cape on the corner

    well that before was interesting. i like it much better black, and that succulent is perfect for it.
    b

    March 21, 2016 at 1:25 pm Reply
    • Tiffany C

      I know right! It was such an eye sore! Thank you 🙂

      March 21, 2016 at 7:32 pm Reply
  • Michelle @ Lively Chicken

    This is so cute! I’d love to do more crafty things though I’m not very creative. But you made this look so simply so I might try something similar for our front porch. Thanks!

    March 21, 2016 at 3:16 pm Reply
    • Tiffany C

      You should totally try it! I would love to see if you do it!

      March 21, 2016 at 7:32 pm Reply
  • Jacky @ Joyful Savings

    Very cute… I really wish I had a green thumb!

    You might enjoy this post from JoyfulSavings: Beautiful & Practical Ideas to Recycle Greeting Cards!

    March 21, 2016 at 4:38 pm Reply
    • Tiffany C

      You can totally keep this plant alive!

      March 21, 2016 at 7:31 pm Reply
  • Katie

    Do cute I’m dying! Can you make another one for me?!?! 🙂

    March 21, 2016 at 6:02 pm Reply
    • Tiffany C

      I’ll get to work right now! 😀 thank you!

      March 21, 2016 at 7:31 pm Reply
  • Erin @ Stay At Home Yogi

    What a sweet and thoughtful gift from your dad! 🙂 I love how you made it over, it looks great!

    March 21, 2016 at 6:38 pm Reply
    • Tiffany C

      It really was 🙂 thank you!

      March 21, 2016 at 7:30 pm Reply
  • Heather @ Simply Save

    It looks great! I love giving old things new life again!

    March 21, 2016 at 7:12 pm Reply
    • Tiffany C

      Me too! Thank you!! 🙂

      March 21, 2016 at 7:30 pm Reply
  • Evelyn

    Oh wow, that looks great! I’m always afraid to upcycle stuff, convinced I’ll make it look worse. You did a fantastic job, and I’m feeling more motivated to keep trying now, so thank you!

    March 21, 2016 at 8:00 pm Reply
  • Debbie Rodrigues

    If you hadn’t said that it was upcycled, I’d never guess.
    It looks really nice and it’s a lovely decorative piece.

    March 22, 2016 at 8:38 am Reply
  • Hannah @ eat, drink, and save money

    Love this!

    I’m a huge fan of Rustoleum. Did you know that they are really blogger friendly? Next time you need to do a project, just email them and ask for the product and they will give it to you for free.

    Anyway, I love this idea. I have to keep my eye open for stuff like this. Thanks!

    March 22, 2016 at 3:40 pm Reply
    • Tiffany C

      wow i had no idea! thanks so much for telling me! 🙂

      March 22, 2016 at 10:26 pm Reply
  • Jamie @ Medium Sized Family

    This turned out so cute! It’s amazing what an uplift a little paint can make.

    March 22, 2016 at 4:06 pm Reply
  • Erin Vincent

    Wow, your planter looks fantastic! Well done! #TwinklyTuesday

    March 23, 2016 at 6:17 pm Reply
  • Lindsay

    Love this! and totally love the idea of using a succulent! Thanks so much for sharing at Merry Monday!

    March 24, 2016 at 4:17 pm Reply
  • Ashleigh

    This is such a cute piece! What a transformation:)

    I’d love it if you shared this with everyone on my weekly link party:) http://www.twentysomethinginthe2010s.com/peace-love-link-up-001/

    April 6, 2016 at 10:32 pm Reply
  • Victoria @DazzleWhileFrazzled

    Great upcycle! I too have a random item I’ve been staring at and determined to make work. Ironically, I want to turn it into a planter as well! What do they say about ‘great minds…’ Visiting from DIY Collective.

    April 28, 2016 at 8:48 am Reply
    • Tiffany C

      Awesome! I would love to see what you do with it!

      April 28, 2016 at 11:22 am Reply
  • Edye

    It turned out great! Such a cool, innovative renovation 🙂

    Blessings,
    Edye // Gracefulcoffee

    May 4, 2016 at 8:59 pm Reply
  • Silex in the City

    fun! I’m a big fan of plants andddd thrifting. so, this post is a win for me!

    May 6, 2016 at 11:44 am Reply
    • Tiffany C

      Thank you! Me too 🙂

      May 6, 2016 at 11:48 am Reply
  • Rebecca West

    Such a creative planter! I also love the pop of color the little flowers give it! Thanks for linking up with us at the #welcomehomewednesdays link up!

    May 10, 2016 at 9:47 pm Reply
    • Tiffany C

      Thank you!!

      May 11, 2016 at 10:12 pm Reply

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