Product Of The Week: Ceramic Animal Planters

Product Of The Week: Ceramic Animal Planters

by | Feb 5, 2023 | Design Inspiration

Use these ceramic animal planters to add a quirky wild side to any coffee table, console unit, or bookshelf.

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My Curious Dogs Love Eating Plants, But This Ridiculously Chic Planter Keeps My Greenery Out of Reach

My Curious Dogs Love Eating Plants, But This Ridiculously Chic Planter Keeps My Greenery Out of Reach

by | Jan 9, 2023 | Design Inspiration, Style

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The last time I had plants and pets in the same house was when I still lived at home with my parents. Honestly, I thought I was a lost cause as a plant parent because I’ve always struggled with keeping them alive. Once I was out on my own, I had plants before dogs, and didn’t think it would be an issue when the dogs didn’t seem interested in them at all. However, after they adjusted to their new home, the plants were suddenly fair game. I’d leave the room for less than five minutes only to return to green, leafy shreds on my living room carpet. Needless to say, I moved the plants.

At the time, the best spot was the dining table, but it came with a cost: My apartment doesn’t get the best light as is, and the table is nowhere close to a window. They stayed alive, but I could tell they weren’t thriving. I needed something to raise the plants from the floor rather than put them on whatever flat surface was available. As soon as I saw Umbra’s Bellwood Planter, I knew I had to give it a try. I wasn’t sure if my plants were going to fit in it, but the dimensions and reviews seemed promising.

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Right away, I loved that the design of the Bellwood Storage Planter was sleek and simple. It’s super lightweight and it’s made with a combination of real wood and powder-coated metal, so it has fashionable clean lines and durable build that can keep your plants and other items safely housed. In the past, I’ve gotten overwhelmed in trying to pick out elevated planters because of the sheer number of styles that are out there. It was hard to choose the one that would be right for my space, especially shopping online. Fortunately, Umbra is a brand that I trust when it comes to organization products, and they have yet to disappoint. The planter from their Bellwood Collection is no exception.

The Bellwood Planter requires assembly upon delivery, but fortunately comes in a slim box that won’t clutter up your space. It’s a little tricky to put together alone because of the order in which you connect the pieces, although it’s totally doable. Once it’s fully assembled, just drop the plastic tray that comes with it into the metal container and you’re ready to start adding plants, decor, and more. My plants are in medium-sized pots that are roughly eight inches, and they fit just fine in the planter along with a spray bottle and watering can. If the plant care supplies weren’t in it, I could easily fit a third plant into the planter bin. I initially worried that the sides of the container would cover the plants, but I was wrong. They’re fully visible and only their pots — as nice as they are — are hidden. Plus, they get a proper amount of sunlight now that they’re back near a window. Best of all — my dogs can no longer reach them.

Even if you won’t be using it for plants, this storage container works in any room. It can hold towels in the bathroom, toys and blankets in a nursery, and even books or supplies in an office. Thanks to handles that are built in by design, it’s not a chore to move around and it’s so much more spacious than it looks online. The pictures really don’t do it justice. If you’re short on space and need to take advantage of vertical storage, this is a piece you need!

Buy: Bellwood Storage Planter, $150

Eye Candy: Fall Porch Decor Inspiration

Eye Candy: Fall Porch Decor Inspiration

by | Sep 26, 2022 | DIY, Outdoor, Uncategorized

Fall Front Porch Inspiration

The leaves are falling,  the temperature’s dropping, and the weather is perfect for spending some time outdoors. If you’re like me, you want your porch to be as inviting as the weather around you. Here are some of my favorite fall porch decorations to help get you in the season.

 

1. This Boho Fall Porch is simple and not over the top orange.

2. I love the mixture of colors on these steps, including the fall lettuce plants. I have to admit I am kind of obsessed with fall lettuce plants.

3. If you don’t love fall colors then this “cool color” fall porch might be the inspiration you’re looking for. 

4. This mixture of greenery and draping vines is a modern inspiration for your fall porch planters.

5. This porch is simple and rustic. It’s a good reminder that you don’t have to go over the top to be inviting.

6. If you have a wrap around porch with seating, the ladder with blankets is stylish and functional. Can’t you just see yourself “cozying” up in a blanket, drinking some cider, on a brisk fall night? Also: those window wreaths! Fantastic!

7. This is a bright modern take on a fall porch. I love the plant stand instead of a planter!

8. This porch proves that fall doesn’t have to be rustic. I love the potted magnolia trees.

9. If your porch doesn’t lead to the front door…no problem. Hang a large wreath on the exterior wall or window at the top of your steps.

10. This is seriously a fall porch dream. I would never go inside if I lived here.

Fall Front Porch Inspiration
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Ready to make your fall porch decor happen? Here’s a simple DIY Halloween doormat for your front porch decor.
How to Keep Your Houseplant Collection From Looking Cluttered

How to Keep Your Houseplant Collection From Looking Cluttered

by | Sep 2, 2022 | Design Inspiration, Style

by Cori Sears

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So how can you achieve that cool, indoor jungle vibe without making the space feel messy? As with all design choices, there are a few things to keep in mind in order to create the ideal aesthetic. Even those who embrace cluttercore will tell you that there is a method to the madness.

I asked two stylists and plant experts what their top tips for keeping their houseplants from looking cluttered are, and here’s what they had to say.

Naturally, the placement of your houseplants plays a big role in keeping your collection looking curated, not cluttered. Styling your plants with dimension and height in mind helps with building a fuller, not overwhelming, jungle look. “Placing plants at various angles and heights helps to break up the group and create depth,” says Donovan from @hothouse.jungle.

Try utilizing a number of different surfaces for your plants — such as the floor, plant stands, and side tables — which will naturally add some variation in height. Also don’t forget about plant hangers! Hanging a few plants from the ceiling will “lend style without looking like too much,” says Eryn from @leaves.and.bones. Overall, you want your plants to blend in seamlessly with the larger composition of your space.

At the same time, placement has a practical component, too. As much as we all love that our plants play a role in our home decor, it’s important to remember that they are live creatures with needs to take into account. For example, is your plant going to get enough light in the spot you’ve chosen for it? Enough humidity? Is it in a location that is easy for you reach in order to water regularly? These are all important things to keep in mind as you are planning out the placement of your plant, says Eryn.

Add visual interest by grouping different types of plants together.

Another trick for styling a large plant collection is to group different types of plants together. “Building a plant collection with varying colors, textures, sizes, and silhouettes creates depth and visual interest,” says Donovan. Try pairing some larger floor plants with smaller upright plants and a couple of hanging or trailing plants for a stylish plant corner with plenty of variety.

Make your planters a part of your decor.

Planters are an easy way to incorporate your style into your houseplant collection while also creating cohesiveness in your space. Both Eryn and Donovan agree that picking the right planters is an important part of styling their houseplants. “I like to choose my pots like I am choosing a piece to decorate with,” says Eryn.

Choosing a general style or color scheme for your planters will help keep everything cohesive, and “…having different colored or textured planters also helps with creating visual movement to break up a large plant collection,” says Donovan.

Incorporate decorative elements into your plant displays.

Yes, you have a lot of plants, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t break up your plant displays with some of your other home decor. To keep her collection from looking too cluttered, Eryn says she likes to “decorate shelves with some plants, and then add some artwork and ceramics.” When you’re done, it’ll look very intentional — and super cool.

Here Are 5 Cute, Quirky Planters to Incorporate Into Your Home’s Decor

Here Are 5 Cute, Quirky Planters to Incorporate Into Your Home’s Decor

by | Aug 30, 2022 | Design Inspiration, Style

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One of the best things about adding houseplants into your home is that you can truly make them a part of your decor. One of the easiest ways to add a unique touch to your plants, besides grabbing some fun plant stands and hangers, is choosing the right pots and planters for them. Sure, rattan planters and sleek white pots are in style right now, but if you’re looking for something a little bolder, then you’re in the right place. These five quirky planters will turn your houseplants into an artistic piece of your home decor.

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The ’70s are back, baby! Bring some disco into your home with this hanging disco ball planter. Not only is it quirky and fun, but it’s a total conversation starter, too. Plus, you can snag one for less than $30 on Amazon. Totally groovy, right?

Retro Eclectic Colorful Planters

Add some retro vibes to your space with these handmade ceramic planters from Sun Sprinkles Shop. Sporting a fresh pastel color scheme, you can choose from five different playful designs that’ll fulfill all of your colorful eclectic maximalism design dreams.

Urban Outfitters never fails to provide some pretty awesome statement pieces and this half-moon planter is no exception. It’s perfect for a small side table or windowsill, and it’d look especially amazing with a small trailing plant like a string of pearls or string of hearts displayed inside. 

Retro-Style Food Tin Planters

Sure, you could reuse your own tin cans as planters, but these retro-style food tin planters from Etsy will add a vintage touch to your space that a modern can just won’t achieve. These quirky planters can be used to grow fresh herbs in your kitchen or small houseplants throughout your home. Plus, the labels are laminated which means they won’t succumb to water damage over time. 

Depression Glassware-Inspired Planter

We love a good IKEA find and the GRADVIS plant pots are at the top of our list right now. Inspired by depression glassware, they’re both on-trend, yet unique. Plus, in true IKEA fashion, they’re only $8 each. Score!