Pumpkin planter DIY for your succulents

If you plan on displaying succulents or cacti this autumn season and throughout the year, you can make it extra special with a pumpkin planter. You will need a few specific supplies in order to create the perfect planter but the results are more than worth it in the end!

What you need:

• A foam pumpkin
• Stencils of autumn leaves
• Decoupage
• Glitter
• Glitter setting spray
• Succulent potting mix
• Succulents of your choice
• Moss
• Knife
• Graphite paper
• Pencil
• Permanent marker
• Scissors
• Tape
• Paint brush

Directions:

• Start by cutting a hole in the top of your foam pumpkin planter. You can use a heated craft knife or regular knife to do so. Cut the appropriate size hole to fit your plants.
• Trim your stencils and graphite paper to size. They should be the same size.
• Tape the stencil and graphite paper to your pumpkin with the stencil on top.
• Trance the outline of the stencil using a pencil. Don’t be afraid to apply pressure. You need to make sure that the graphite paper leaves behind a print of whatever design you trace.
• Remove the stencils and graphite paper. Touch up if necessary. If you aren’t happy with the results, you can wipe them away and try again.
• If you are happy with the results, trace them again using your permanent marker.
• Use a paint brush to apply glue to the areas you wish to cover or fill with glitter. Usually this will be the interior of your stencils.
• Add glitter generously.
• Gently tap the pumpkin to remove any excess glitter.
• Spray the glitter with glitter setting spray to keep it in place. Allow to stand for half an hour before you proceed.
• Add potting soil to your pumpkin planter. It should be ¾ full.
• Arrange your succulents and add more soil to hold them in place,
• Now add moss to cover areas between your plants.
• Display your new planter and enjoy!

Not only is this pumpkin planter easy to make, but it also makes an excellent gift. Once you give it a try for your own home, you will surely be inspired to create even more to give away to friends and family.