Reuse A Milk Carton To Turn Trash Into Home Decor Treasure

Most homes don't come fully decorated. We add to them bit by bit to develop a design aesthetic over time. As we collect individual pieces of decor, two things happen: our bank accounts get smaller, and the potential for new trash in landfills increases. One way to battle both of these issues is to upcycle old or unwanted items into beautiful works of art. Sometimes, it's the things we least expect to find value in that bring the most joy to a space. YouTuber @artcrafthome1005, embraces this sentiment in an innovative flower vase DIY.

There are plenty of common household items you can turn into a beautiful planter. In this case, you'll be using a milk carton, some popsicle sticks, and a few additional craft supplies. The transformation is incredible, resulting in a small rustic stand to hold your favorite new blooms. Currently, the modern farmhouse look is trending, with design gurus like Joanna Gaines and celebrities like Jennifer Garner using the aesthetic in their own homes. The design involves elements like natural hardwood, neutral colors, and rustic finishes mixed with clean lines and contemporary fixtures. This craft embraces the trend with a simple burlap exterior and popsicle stick legs. Check out how to make a country-chic milk carton flower vase of your own and turn one person's trash into another's DIY treasure.

If you're looking for unique ways to decorate your home with plants, this could be a start. To begin, gather a milk carton, a pair of scissors, a hot glue gun, popsicle sticks like the Crafter's pack from Dollar Tree for $1.25, a sheet of burlap like the rolls at Michaels for $4.99, golden brown acrylic paint, a paintbrush, and real or faux flowers. You can also get paint at Michaels for $1.79. Prep the materials by thoroughly washing out the milk carton, and cutting it in half. You'll only need the bottom of the box for this project. Now it's time to get crafty.

Begin by painting the exterior of the carton to hide the label. Next, cut the burlap to easily wrap around the sides and bottom of the cardboard, and hot glue it in place. In the video, @artcrafthome1005 folds the edge of the woven material to avoid fraying edges. Finally, glue one popsicle stick to each corner of the square base to form legs. Now you're ready to add vibrant blooms to your homemade decor. Further customize the design by adding wooden beads, decals, or paint. You can also swap out the current legs for something with less of a school craft vibe, like $2.97 decorative metal chopsticks from Walmart. Save money and the planet by upcycling would-be trash into modern farmhouse-inspired treasure and create a work of art for your home with this affordable DIY milk carton flower vase.