DIY A Stylish Planter Drip Tray With A Few Simple And Affordable Items

As most plant owners know, an important part of caring for your plants is ensuring that they have proper drainage. However, that can be a challenge when your plants are suspended in the air. Unless all your hanging greenery consists of easy-to-grow houseplants that don't need any drainage, you could probably benefit from this DIY. Easily create a stylish drip tray for your hanging plants using a plastic bowl and hanging chains.

The plastic bowl can be any color or style. Just make sure that it is the same size or slightly larger than the bottom of your plant's container. These Okllen Plastic Serving Bowls would work well and add a subtle pattern, too. Hanging chains, like YINGFENG's Garden Plant Hangers, are perfect to mount your DIY drip tray. They come in a few different colors, so purchase the style that works best for your design. Lastly, you'll need a soldering iron, like the one in Liouhoum's Soldering Iron Kit. Once you have all of your materials, you're ready to make your drip tray.

This DIY project is a budget-friendly planter hack that adds a fancy touch to any room. For something that fits your exact style, paint the bowl to match your decor. Simply prep the bowl with a bonding primer, apply the paint color of your choice, and use a clear sealant to ensure your project is waterproof. Tip: put your can of spray paint in hot water before painting so the coloring comes out smoothly. Once it dries, use the soldering iron to puncture three evenly-spaced holes around the top rim of the plastic bowl. Then, attach one hanging chain to each of the three holes, using the clip at the bottom of the chain. Next, attach the other side of the chain to the top rim of your plant container. And just like that, your project is complete.

For a twist, switch things up by using different materials for the chain, like twine or cotton rope. You can also create two of these hanging bowls in different sizes, using the smaller one to hold your plant and the larger one as the drip tray. Just add holes to the bottom of the planter bowl to allow the water to drip through. Then you'll have a handmade piece your plants will love that's stylish and functional.