Metal Carrot Planter

I was inspired for this project by all the tin can projects out there lately. Problem was, I didn't have any cans! So I improvised and it turned out great! 

Recently I watched a video from the Turquoise Valentine, Leigh showed us how to make a beautiful hanging planter using aluminum cans and I was inspired! 

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My project however is made with roof flashing found at the hardware store. 

A little bit of this stuff goes a long way and it can be used for many DIY projects like these. 

The flashing is easy to cut and sharp edges easily sand smooth. 

I cut a piece of flashing into a rectangle with regular scissors and folded it into a flat rectangular pocket.  

I used a fine grit sandpaper to sand smooth any sharp edges. 

I used E6000 to glue my edges closed and folded over the bottom. 

Next, I added decorative metal ribbon along the top edge with more E6000 glue and held it together until it dried with clothespins. 

Now it was time to decorate my planter. 

I used this fun carrot napkin.

I separated the layers and used only the top layer and Mod Podge to decoupage to the front of the planter. 

I painted more Mod Podge over the top of the napkin and let it dry. 

Next, I tore off the napkin along the side edges and bottom.

I used a length of rebar wire with wooden beads to create a handle. 

I attached the handle to the sides with a heavy duty hole punch into the side of the flashing. 

Lastly, I sprayed the planter with a glossy sealer to give it a little shine! 

This planter is great for faux plants but can also hold a real plant because the bottom is sealed.

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Adding a big bow or a carrot to the side gives the planter another look! 

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