This DIY Activity Turns Big Blocks into Chic Outdoor Decor
Tana Makmanee — April 26, 2013 — Eco
References: modernlywed
If you happen to have a few concrete blocks laying around and you're looking for a creative way to make use of it, then these upcycled concrete planters are a creative option for those inclined to be eco-friendly and sustainable.
Concrete blocks are often visually unappealing and sticks out like a sore thumb, but this DIY activity allows individuals to turn these plain objects into chic planters for your outdoor space. Simply take a few concrete blocks, place tape across it to form your desired design and then paint it with any colors you like. Use wire mesh to place under each block, and then fill them with stones at the bottom and potting soil. Finish off by inserting your preferred plants and you're done!
Featured on the blog 'Modernly Wed,' this DIY activity is a great way to make use of ordinary outdoor items and turn them into useful pieces of decor.
Concrete blocks are often visually unappealing and sticks out like a sore thumb, but this DIY activity allows individuals to turn these plain objects into chic planters for your outdoor space. Simply take a few concrete blocks, place tape across it to form your desired design and then paint it with any colors you like. Use wire mesh to place under each block, and then fill them with stones at the bottom and potting soil. Finish off by inserting your preferred plants and you're done!
Featured on the blog 'Modernly Wed,' this DIY activity is a great way to make use of ordinary outdoor items and turn them into useful pieces of decor.
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly DIY - The trend of upcycling ordinary items like concrete blocks into chic planters showcases the opportunity for eco-friendly DIY projects.
2. Outdoor Decor Revamp - The trend of using upcycled concrete planters to transform outdoor spaces presents an opportunity for the outdoor decor industry to revamp and offer sustainable options.
3. Creative Reuse - The trend of repurposing concrete blocks into stylish planters highlights the potential for creative reuse in home and gardening industries.
Industry Implications
1. DIY - The DIY industry can leverage the trend of upcycled concrete planters to offer eco-friendly DIY project ideas and supplies.
2. Outdoor Decor - The outdoor decor industry can tap into the trend of upcycled concrete planters to provide sustainable and visually appealing options for enhancing outdoor spaces.
3. Home and Gardening - The home and gardening industry can explore the trend of repurposing concrete blocks as planters as a disruptive innovation opportunity for sustainable and creative gardening solutions.
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