Wine Bottle Planter

Sadly my gardening options are limited by apartment life, but there are still loads of container options available. When I saw an awesome planter made from a repurposed wine bottle, I knew it was something I had to give a shot. With a few simple tools, you can turn the remains of a wild weekend into some gorgeous greenery.

Step 1: You'll Need. . .

• An empty wine bottle (or two - it doesn't hurt to have a couple extra in case anything goes awry and to allow a few practice runs)
• Glass cutter
• A box or scrap wood to position your glass cutter on to help provide a straight score line
• Fine-grit sandpaper (you could also use a Dremel or sander if you wanted to)
• Tea kettle or pot of boiling water and source of cool/cold running water
• Wool felt or similar fabric (undyed is suggested)
• Small stones, marbles, or similar
• Small plant (a hydroponic or air plant is suggested - succulents also work well (a jade plant is shown here))
• Safety glasses

Comments

[Calelovezit]

where did I see this?

[shesparticular]

I'm not sure what you mean? I included a link to where I saw it, but I believe they're available from a number of retailers.

[tacamaral]

Any idea where I can buy one of these? : )

[shesparticular]

The retailer where I saw them is linked above, but if you try a search for "Grow Bottle" you'll likely find others as well :)

[circuitfish]

My only addition would be a note that if you're going to be using a dremel or other high-speed grinder on glass you really need to be wearing a respirator of some kind. Ground glass in your lungs is not a pleasant way to go.

[shesparticular]

Awesome point and for sure worth mentioning. Thanks!

[Calelovezit]

saw it on a craft blog last month, cant remember where, Im looking! Ill let you know!

[shesparticular]

Oh, I haven't seen this idea on any blogs, but it's a great reuse project, so that's great that others are doing it as well!