Get The H&M Bubble Planter For Less With DIY Dollar Tree Hack

If you're a houseplant parent who is absolutely obsessed with H&M's Bubble Vase, you're not alone. The neutral glazed stoneware plant pots get rave reviews from customers who love the rich taupe finish, eye-catching bubble texture, and expensive look they lend to any room. The smaller sizes are sold out, and even if you can get your hands on one of the large bubble vases, at $33 each, the cost can quickly add up if you have several plants that need to be repotted this winter. Luckily, it is super easy to get the H&M bubble planter look for less with a simple DIY Dollar Tree hack.

You only need an afternoon and a handful of inexpensive supplies to make an entire collection of bubble vases. Start by picking out bowls or vases in the shape and size you want to achieve. Dollar Tree's Clear Glass Cylinder Vases and Caterer's Corner Clear Plastic Containers are budget-friendly choices clocking in at just $1.25 each. If you want something a little heavier, grab a $5 Ceramic Vase. You can create the bubbled texture with any round item, like the All-Star Sports Plastic Table Tennis Balls, but you'll achieve a higher-end look by using Crafter's Square Wooden Beads. 

If you're able to splurge a little or want to create the bubble look on a smaller vessel, you may want to use the largest size beads in Dollar Tree's Multi-Packs of Glass Pearls. Finally, like with all great DIY hacks, make sure to have your glue gun ready.

After gathering your supplies together, the process is extremely simple. First, thoroughly clean your bowl or vase with alcohol wipes. Then, start attaching your tennis balls or beads to the vase using hot glue. Beginning at the bottom, glue them next to each other in a single row. Then, continue to add additional rows until you've reached the top of the vase. To keep the bead holes from showing in your finished product, make sure to point the holes toward each other, instead of front to back. 

Once your tennis balls or beads are completely hardened in place, it's time to add some unifying color. Although you can use any color you like, the original H&M pots are available in glossy cream or matte black. Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch 2x Ultra Cover Spray Paint is a bestseller for a reason. Reviewers call the coverage and quick drying time a game changer for DIY projects. We think the Glossy Ivory color is a close dupe to the off-white H&M glaze. 

To achieve a dark and moodier vibe, try using the highly rated MTN Hardcore Spray Paint in Matte Black. Users say the quality is excellent but that this paint can be slow-drying. Be sure to allow adequate time to pass in between coats for the best results.

The thick creamy glaze is what takes the H&M Bubble Vase from good to great. Up close, it has a slight craquelure finish. Although it costs a little more, you can achieve a similar effect using specialty craft paint. This can be an excellent alternative to spray paint if you plan on DIYing more than one bubble vase and want to closely duplicate the crackled texture. 

First, apply several thick coats of FolkArt Home Decor Chalk Craft Acrylic Paint in the color of your choice. We think their Castle and Sheepskin hues are the closest dupes to the H&M glaze. Make sure to liberally apply paint not just on the bubbles but also in between them. If you haven't worked with chalk paint before, avoid these common mistakes.

After your base coat dries thoroughly, apply a thin coat of FolkArt Home Decor Crackle, a unique medium designed to create the craquelure effect. Once your layer of medium has dried completely, add another thin layer of chalk paint, in the same color or a contrasting color depending on how much you want the crackled effect to stand out. Allow your paint to dry thoroughly before potting your favorite houseplants.