DIY Planter Makeover for Herbs & Garden Gnomes
Not too long ago I was given a hand-me-down planter with these little gnomes that hang off the sides. Now I know these guys are pretty cute, but I’m not so much into cutesy garden things. Don’t unfriend me for that!
Okay, they’re actually kind of hard to resist with their mischievous little faces… they spell trouble, right? But, I still wasn’t convinced. I kept trying to decide where to feature this planter with these little guys, and then it all came together for me!
Here’s a look at what I did.
Poor, unsuspecting little guys! I painted the planter, too.
And then potted it up.
Sweet Marjoram…
Rosemary & Basil…
and Thyme.
And look who popped up!
See what I mean about mischievous? How did he get in there??
And what’s this guy doing hanging around here?
So bad. I knew they were trouble!
I guess my planter of herbs is their new playground!
I’m hoping the herbs will survive in this planter, but if not I’m game to move them and try something else!
How about you? Have you given herbs in a planter a try? And what about garden gnomes? Are they in or out at your home, or have you already unfriended me for that? 😉
Today I’m linking up over at Satori Design to join Shauna and the gang for the outdoor extravaganza party. Why not pop over and check out what everyone else has been up to! And if you’re into potting up herbs, check out Shauna’s tutorial. She’s has a few great tricks to share!
Project featured over at Living Savvy. Thanks so much Tiffany!
Thanks for stopping by!
Photographs by Sheila Zeller
Love a touch of fun and whimsy in the garden. I guess we were thinking alike with the herbs. Thanks for sharing!
I love them Sheila! The perfect touch of Quirky 🙂 Amazing what spray paint can do!
sheila, i LOVE this!!! awesome awesome!
Thanks Cassie! I know you can relate to painting it out if it’s not working!!! 😉
I’m not normally a fan of garden gnomes, but these guys actually look kind of cute in white 🙂 Gotta love how a can of spray paint can make everything better 🙂
I’ve grown chives in a flower planter on the front porch – they kind of look like ornamental grass. and they’re handy for adding to scrambled eggs & salads 🙂
So much fun! They would certainly keep me company in the garden all day long.
They are funny…the pic of them being painted cracks me up. Better in white I agree:) The pot is so cute with the feet. I have herbs growing on my kitchen window ledge. Mostly basil and Chives the rosemary did not cooperate. My you gals have been busy with your outdoor projects. Puts me to shame! Nice job Sheila…tasty summer dinners await!
White paint solves all! 🙂 They look super cute now! A container herb garden is always on my spring to do list, but doesn’t always happen. Maybe this year???
OH MY GOODNESS! I love these little guys! Gnomes just make me smile! I am going to feature this in a link party round up tomorrow with a pic and link back!!