TikTok Shows Us How To To Upcycle An Old Basketball To DIY An Incredible Plant Stand

Plant pots are a go-to home for many indoor plants — but what if you want something more quirky? Rather than settling for the same old traditional style each time, you could instead add your own flair by upcycling an old basketball into a plant stand, as shown by @motivatedbymylan on TikTok. All you have to do is open it up and slip your plant inside, and you should be left with a very retro-looking result that will leave your guests gawking in awe. Even better, it's also a fantastic way to decorate with indoor plants and liven up your space, whether it's your office, kitchen, lounge, or study area. 

Alongside its unique look, this upcycled basketball stand is an incredibly easy way to create your own version for free — providing you have a plant stand already. If not, it should still be relatively cheap, as you won't have to splash the cash on a fancy pot. Not only are you saving yourself a lot of hassle by upcycling, but it is also much better for the planet and your home, as you'll be freeing up your space of any junk. Now, you just need to gather your supplies and prepare yourself for some crafting. 

In order to complete this hack, you'll need a basketball and a plant stand of your choice, such as this wooden stand from Walmart for $8.27, or the OLIVBLAD from IKEA, which could hold three balls rather than one, for $26.99. You should also grab some spray paint in the color of your choice, an empty plant pot, a sharp knife, and an indoor plant that you want to display that will fit inside your ball (without being too top-heavy). If you don't have a basketball, you can purchase one from a local store.

Begin by taking your ball and measuring where you will cut using your empty plant pot upside down, which will help give you a rough guideline to follow. Once you remove the top part of your basketball using your knife, slip both your empty pot and plant inside snugly. If you're not feeling confident, it's best to start by cutting a tight outline rather than too big, as you can always remove more if the opening doesn't cater to the size of your pot. When it comes to the stand, simply spray paint it in the color of your choice and wait for it to dry before adding your plant-filled basketball on top. However, you could also swap out your indoor plant and use it to plant flowers instead, which would help to add a splash of color to your space.

When it comes to this hack, you don't have to stick to the rules — there are plenty of ways to customize it. First is the stand, which you could paint in a variety of colors, such as pink or white, or even opt for different styles, such as one that could hold several balls, as mentioned earlier. There is also this plant pot holder from IKEA for $3.99 that you could attach to your wall for an elevated look. Likewise, you also have the option to hang your indoor basketball plant from your ceiling using twine or string, but this may take a bit of DIY skill on your behalf. If you want to hang it fuss-free, grab these hanging macrame flower pots from Walmart for $6.85, providing they're big enough to fit your ball inside.

While this DIY plant stand is certainly a great way to show off your favorite houseplants, one caveat is that you will have to remember to empty the water that accumulates in the bottom of your basketball from when you water your plants. If you have any holes, then it may leak, which is something to keep in mind and should be checked for before beginning your creation. You can test this by pouring some water in the top after cutting your hole and waiting to see the results. However, if done correctly, you should end up with a sporty upcycled plant stand that oozes that "wow factor."