Reuse An Old Spice Rack To Beautifully Hang Plants & Flowers On Your Wall

Are you a plant lover whose house is one pot shy of an indoor jungle? Or maybe your home doesn't have a suitable area for flower beds, so you want to display them inside. Whatever the case may be, you might be looking for unique ways to decorate your home with houseplants and florals. Instead of spending money on storage shelves, you'd be surprised at what you can do with items you already have. For instance, with a bit of creativity, that old spice rack can become the perfect place to store your plants.

Who says you need to place spices on this space-saving accessory? No matter what you decide to put on them, spice racks make it easy to see and access the items. Therefore, they're great for arranging your flowers or plants by size and maximizing space in the kitchen. If you have kids or pets, wall-mounting a countertop spice rack can also keep your precious greenery up and out of their reach while freeing up floor space.

Best of all, spice racks can add an aesthetic element to your home. For example, a wooden rack may fit right in with the rustic elements in your decor and the lush greenery of your plants. From metal to transparent shelves, spice racks come in a wide range of materials and styles to complement your specific aesthetic. If you don't already have one, try thrifting a rack to save money. Hang it near a window for plenty of sunlight, over a doorway for a pop of greenery, or above your desk for mood-boosting decor.

While using a spice rack may limit you to certain plant sizes, there are plenty of houseplants that thrive in small spaces. For example, many succulents have shallow, compact roots, making them perfect for tiny pots. These can easily fit on mounted racks in the kitchen or areas in the living room with plenty of natural light.

As for slightly larger flowers and greenery like spider plants and ZZ plants, these don't necessarily need to sit directly on the spice rack. Instead, you can attach hooks to the bottom of the rack to suspend the plants below in hanging planters. Fortunately, with spice racks, you don't have to worry too much about the weight capacity — though do keep it in mind. Some styles and brands, like the two-pack Sunally Magnetic Spice Rack from Amazon for $18 that's made for the side of the fridge, can hold up to 11 pounds!

If your old spice rack isn't quite appealing or doesn't match your color scheme, you can always get creative and revitalize the look. One quick and easy way to give your aged piece a "mini-facelift" is with a fresh coat of paint. You can spray paint it a vibrant color or give it an abstract pattern that reflects your home and unique style. For a bit of texture, consider adding fabric or wallpaper and stencils to the exterior. Take it a step further with decorative elements like craft jewels, lettering, buttons, and more to make it stand out. In a similar project, learn how to turn a spice rack into a propagation station.