One of my goals for the new year is to incorporate more greenery into my home decor- not only because plants have air-purifying properties, but because Pantone has declared green to be the color of 2017. I am super excited to share this mid-century modern plant stand I made for around $10…. 1/10th of what most retailers will charge you (ahem West Elm!).
I had never given much thought to plant stands until my husband brought home a Bird of Paradise ( Move over fiddle leaf figs! This is the new it plant.).
You see, I had requested a tall, skinny plant to go in our dining room, and my sweet hubby came back with a little infant of a plant. To provide aesthetically pleasing scale and proportion for the space, I knew I would need to add some height to the plant.
So, I started shopping around for plant stands, and fell head-over-heels in love with mid-century modern plant stands. However, I was pretty repulsed at what they were listed for (around $150 per stand). So, I asked my husband if he could build one, and my knight in shining armor did not disappoint. Here is how we did it.
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Modern Wood Plant Stand Materials:
- legs – 3/4” x 3/4” oak dowel square, 36” length
- “x” brace- 1”x4” common board
- Pocket Hole Jig (we used this one)
- Wood Stain (I used this one)
- For Dip-Dye Effect- White Spray Paint (I used this kind) and Painter’s Tape
- (glass of wine is optional)
- Cut Common Board to desired width (we determined all of our dimensions based on the selected pot/planter). Therefore, I suggest having a pot to work with before you begin this project.
- Form “x” (pictured below) using either dowel or 1/2 lap joint method. The “x” is where the pot will sit.
3. Determine desired height of plant off ground (we wanted ours to be pretty tall). Then, cut legs to desired height.
4. Mark legs and attach to “x” using Kreg jig.
5.Once the use of power tools is complete, go ahead a pour a glass of wine. Now, apply wood stain and let dry for an hour.
6. Measure where you want to place dip-dye effect and tape off dip-dye sections with painter’s tape. Then carefully apply white spray paint within tape border.(do light and even coats)
7. Let dry for an hour or so and then remove tape. Voila! You have a super groovy plant stand.
So happy I was able to avoid getting suckered into buying this wooden plant stand for almost $200. Ours was around $10 (note:I already had spray paint and stain).
Please be sure to spread the love and Pin…..
And here is a little sneak peak of my bedroom progress after a fresh coat of paint, new pillow and bamboo shades…..
I am still waiting on drapes and a few more details, but I plan on doing the big reveal, with sources listed, next week.
Until then, get out there and design some good vibes!
Karrie Trowbridge
Wednesday 25th of January 2017
Great idea! It's so pretty! I love that you painted the legs too.... you're so good at putting your personal touch on everything! Omg, and wine optional... hahahaha!
Designing Vibes
Wednesday 25th of January 2017
haha. Yes, wine in my world is pretty much a must. lol Thanks, beautiful!
Ricci Boyer
Wednesday 25th of January 2017
I've had my eye on a few lately!! Never thought to diy! I will have to get my husband to make one and share.
Designing Vibes
Wednesday 25th of January 2017
Yes!!! It is so gratifying finding ways to get what you want without paying the hefty price tag. Good luck. :)
VivalaVintage4YourHome
Tuesday 24th of January 2017
Great job at creating your version! It looks just like the high-end ones except the best part (the price)!
Designing Vibes
Wednesday 25th of January 2017
Thank you so much, friend! Yes, I definitely could not spend almost $200 on one. :)