Are you looking for ways to recycle an old plastic bottle? Why not turn them into a stunning cactus-shaped planter like this one from Rahul Kraft on YouTube? This DIY cactus plant holder only uses an old plastic bottle, a bit of cement, and some clay to make! It’s fun and simple and definitely a project you should try on the weekend.
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In this step by step instructions, Rahul Kraft will demonstrate how to make this DIY planter using an old plastic bottle and basic crafting supplies. Watch the video tutorial now and start crafting, or read the complete written instructions down.
Materials:
- small plastic bottle
- white cement + water
- cutter
- sandpaper
- Mouldit clay
- glue
- acrylic paint
Directions:
Step 1
To start, remove the label, then cut the neck portion of the bottle. Next, mix some white cement and water until you reach a pasty consistency. After this, add a bit of cement inside the bottle and roll it until it covers the inner walls. Leave it for eight hours to set. Once done, add another three to four layers of cement inside. Once it fully sets, cut the bottle to remove it, then sand the cement.
Step 2
Next, take half of the Mouldit clay and elongate it thinly. Set aside. Add some vertical glue all around the vase, then attach the rolled clay. Once done, shape another portion of glue into cactus branches, then glue it on both sides of the vase. Let it dry. Once done, paint the cactus green, then define the clay by coloring it in a darker shade. Let the paint dry, then put the succulent inside. Display it anywhere in your home.
