Friday, October 31, 2014

16+ More Creative Garden Container Ideas

16+ More Creative Garden Container Ideas

After publishing 30 Creative Garden Container Ideas, I discovered a whole bunch more from garden tour visits this summer. Every time I think I’ve seen every possible idea for planters, I discover something new.


16+ Creative DIY Garden Containers
16+ Creative DIY Garden Containers

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Creative Garden Container Ideas


Here’s some recent favourites.


Creative DIY garden container ideas - repurposed birdcage with succulents
Birdcage planter created by Susan StLouis (Goderich, Ontario)

Bird Cage With Succulents


This is a perfect use for older bird cages which are really not suitable for birds! The wire could be spray painted any colour but I really like how the black looks in contrast to the plants. You can see examples of antique bird cages here on Amazon (affiliate account).


To plant an item like this, it’s easiest to find a container or containers that fit in the base of the cage (instead of trying to plant directly in the cage).


This has detailed instructions for using a birdcage as a planter.


The bird cage you see here was photographed in Susan StLouis‘s garden in Goderich, Ontario. If you ever get a chance to see her garden on a tour—go! It’s truly unique and wonderful.


Old Wooden Wagon Planter


Creative DIY garden container ideas - old wooden wagon with flowers
Creative DIY garden container ideas - old wooden wagon with flowers

I don’t know how well those wheels would work but this old cart certainly makes a fine planter.


Metal Tube Planters


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This is a great idea—take various metal tubes or cylinders found in home reno supply stores and turn them into planters. Insert smaller garden pots inside and wa-la! Nice, modern look for the garden.


Ladder Container Garden


Creative DIY garden container ideas - Old wooden planter with flower pots
Creative DIY garden container ideas - Old wooden planter with flower pots

It’s an old idea but still a great idea: use an old wooden ladder to hold a series of planters, adding vertical interest to any garden bed.


And don’t think you have to use an old ladder. These have become so popular in recent years that sometimes it’s cheaper to buy a new wooden ladder instead. Plus, you can give it an aged look if you prefer.


Cheap & Creative Container Ideas



Twig Planter


Creative DIY garden container ideas - Planter made of twigs on iron gate
This twig planter is beautifully made and looks great hanging on the black iron gate.

Related: Gallery of Doors and Windows in the Garden


Window Box On Garden Shed


Creative DIY garden container ideas - White shed with window box and flowers
Creative DIY garden container ideas - White shed with window box and flowers

If you’re going to have an all-white shed and window box, be sure to plant eye-popping colours like these ones!


Want helpful garden container growing tips? Click here.
Want helpful garden container growing tips? Click here.


Pond In A Raised Bed


Creative DIY garden container ideas - Pond built in a raised bed with waterfall
Creative DIY garden container ideas - Pond built in a raised bed with waterfall

I first made my pond in a raised bed or ‘pond in a box‘ years ago to fill in a garden bed near my front door where the soil was so poor nothing would grow. I could have just planted a raised bed, but the idea of having the pond in an area where we could enjoy it every day as we went in and out of the house was very enticing.


This pond in a box (above) has a extra tier to create a waterfall from the top level into the pond below.


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Planter Stand With Wall Decor


Creative DIY garden container ideas - Window box on a stand
Creative DIY garden container ideas - Window box on a stand

This is a clever way to make a planter stand more interesting: add a mirror, or in this case, faux mirror, on the wall behind it to give it greater majesty.


Succulent Teacup


Creative DIY garden container ideas - Teacup planted with succulents
A classic idea: using teacups and saucers as little planters.

Here’s instructions for How to Make Hypertufa Pots.


If The Shoe Fits, Plant It


Creative DIY garden container ideas - Boots and skates planted with flowers
Creative DIY garden container ideas - Boots and skates planted with flowers

I saw so many of these this summer—shoes, boots, skates—all used as planters. Some are real, others are ceramic look-a-likes.


Farm Cart With Metal Wheels


Creative DIY garden container ideas - Old wagon used as a planter
Another great farm cart converted into a garden planter. I would love to have one of these. I have a

whole gallery of wheels in the garden here.


Container Gardening Complete by Jessica Walliser
Container Gardening Complete by Jessica Walliser

Old Farm Machinery In The Garden


Creative DIY garden container ideas - Old farm equipment planted with flowers
Creative DIY garden container ideas - Old farm equipment planted with flowers

I have to say, if it was a choice of cashing this one in as scrap metal or planting it, I’d probably go for the cash. But it does provide lots of room for flowering annuals!


Maple Syrup Buckets


Creative DIY garden container ideas - Old maple syrup bucket planted with flowers
Creative DIY garden container ideas - Old maple syrup bucket planted with flowers

I have a bunch of these maple syrup sap collection buckets but I’ve never been able to decide what I want to do with them. I think these ones look great as planters on the tree.


~Melissa the Empress of Dirt ♛


16+ Creative DIY Garden Containers
16+ Creative DIY Garden Containers

Original article and pictures take empressofdirt.net site

Thursday, October 30, 2014

16 Charming Black Bob Hairstyles for 2017

16 Charming Black Bob Hairstyles for 2017

To some extents, hairstyles can reflect our personalities with their different looks. So this is the reason why there’re so many people who are always seeking for new ways to take care of their hair. Nowadays, the short hairstyles are becoming more and more popular among women with their impressive and refreshing styles, especially for the classic bob cut. Today, let’s take a look at 16 charming black bob hairstyles with our pictures below!


Bob haircuts are suitable for almost all hair colors and textures with their versatile shapes and styles. We can always see some black women with the black curly bob hair and it really looks radiant under the shine of their skin. Natural curls can enhance the overall appealing effect and short layers will add another dimension for your hairstyle. Besides, you can also go for some stylish bangs which will help to frame your face shape for a better look.


Best Short Black Bob Hairstyle
Best Short Black Bob Hairstyle/Pinterest

Cool Black Bob Hairstyle
Cool Black Bob Hairstyle/Pinterest

Fabulous Black Bob Hairstyle With Blunt Bangs
Fabulous Black Bob Hairstyle With Blunt Bangs/Pinterest

Sleek Black Bob Hairstyle

Sleek Black Bob Hairstyle/Pinterest


Sleek Black Bob Hairstyle With Bangs
Sleek Black Bob Hairstyle With Bangs/Pinterest

Glamorous Black Bob Hairstyle
Glamorous Black Bob Hairstyle/Pinterest

Great Short Black Bob Hairstyle
Great Short Black Bob Hairstyle/Pinterest

Medium Black Wavy Bob Hairstyle
Medium Black Wavy Bob Hairstyle/Pinterest

Black Curly Bob Hairstyle
Black Curly Bob Hairstyle/Pinterest

Pretty Black Bob Hairstyle
Pretty Black Bob Hairstyle/Pinterest

Black Stacked Bob Hairstyle
Black Stacked Bob Hairstyle/Pinterest

Pretty Black Bob Hairstyle With Blunt Bangs
Pretty Black Bob Hairstyle With Blunt Bangs/Pinterest

Classy Black Bob Hairstyle
Classy Black Bob Hairstyle/Pinterest

Stylish Black Bob Hairstyle
Stylish Black Bob Hairstyle/Pinterest

Vintage Styled Black Bob Hairstyle
Vintage Styled Black Bob Hairstyle/Pinterest

Vintage Styled Black Bob Hairstyle
Vintage Styled Black Bob Hairstyle/Pinterest

Original article and pictures take www.prettydesigns.com site

Tuesday, October 28, 2014

15 Tutorials for Curls without Heat

15 Tutorials for Curls without Heat

Here are 15 tutorials for you to style a curly hair. If you want to keep the hair from harm, you won’t miss the tutorials. The tutorials are useful for you to know how to curl your hair without heat. Also they can offer you different ways to create wavy hair by using some useful hair tools or some simple tools. Moreover, if you have a curly hair without heat this night, you can have another hairstyle after washing the locks for the next morning. Your hair is easy to be restored as it is a temporary curly hair. The waves are easy to do and they are worth wearing for any occasion.


Check them out now and get inspired!


Soft Curls


Soft Curls
Soft Curls via

No Heat Waves


No Heat Waves
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Pretty Curls


Pretty Curls
Pretty Curls via

Curls for Thin Hair


Curls for Thin Hair
Curls for Thin Hair via

A Simple Way for Waves


A Simple Way for Waves

Bouncy Look


Bouncy Look
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Sunny-kiss Curls


Sunny-kiss Curls
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Sassy Curls


Sassy Curls
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Curls


Curls
Curls via

Wavy Hair


Wavy Hair
Wavy Hair via

Luxurious Waves


Luxurious Waves
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Big Curly Hair


Big Curly Hair
Big Curly Hair via

Sleek Curls


Sleek Curls
Sleek Curls via

Curls for Mid-length Hair


Curls for Mid-length Hair
Curls for Mid-length Hair via

Create Curls with Flexirods


Create Curls with Flexirods
Create Curls with Flexirods

Original article and pictures take www.prettydesigns.com site

Monday, October 27, 2014

15 Gorgeous Hair Highlight Ideas to Copy Now

15 Gorgeous Hair Highlight Ideas to Copy Now
15 Gorgeous Hair Highlight Ideas to Copy Now

There’s no better way to change up your look than to add in some subtle color, especially now that summer is here. That’s right—we’re talking highlights in every incarnation, from tonal blonde on brown to ombré and everything in between. If you’re in search of hair highlight ideas for your next look, look no further than these 15 gorgeous images; they’re basically all the inspiration you could ever need.


MORE: 15 Gorgeous Styling Ideas for Long Hair



Original article and pictures take s0.wp.com site

Friday, October 24, 2014

15 Cute Everyday Hairstyles for Women

15 Cute Everyday Hairstyles for Women

If your have a desire to say goodbye with the bad hair day, you can try out some new chic hairstyles. In this text, we will share some simple yet trendy cute everyday hairstyles.


First, we sill suggest the messy bun which looks graceful and charming. Besides, it works greatly on long and thick hair. It is simple to create. Collect your hair like you would for a ponytail, but tie the hair into a folded loose bun. Then just pull out some locks and loosen the bun to gain the messy look. Another messy bun version is to use a ponytail base and some bobby pins to create the hair into pretty mess. For cuter flare, you can add some accessories, such as flowers or jewels.


A braid will also look charming and luscious. Start by parting your hair. You can do this braid on just one side. You can also do the braid on both sides for a cute look. Take two small strands of hair and start twisting them around each other, with each twist taking more hair in each strand. Keep doing this until you reach the back of your ear. Loosen the braid a bit with your fingers if needed. You can also braid your whole hair to the side loosely. Just tie the end securely with an elastic band and loosen the braid even more with your fingers to create a messy and care-free look.


There are many lovely and popular hairstyles that are suite for daily life. You can just choose a classic twist or, a tricky braid or a graceful bun. Besides, you can also add your creativity and inspiration into your styling. Well, now just create your hair a new hairstyle and then enjoy the charming and luscious look.


Beach Waves with Side Braid: Boho Hairstyle /Via


Beach Waves with Side Braid: Boho Hairstyles
Beach Waves with Side Braid: Boho Hairstyles

Casual Girly Style: Braids with Ponytail /Via


Casual Girly Style: Braid with Ponytail
Casual Girly Style: Braid with Ponytail

Selena Gomez Ponytail Hair Style /Getty Images


Cute Everyday Hairstyles: Selena Gomez Ponytail Hair Style
Cute Everyday Hairstyles: Selena Gomez Ponytail Hair Style

Side Lace Braid Ponytail Hairstyle /Via


Cute Everyday Hairstyles: Side Lace Braid Ponytail Hairstyle
Cute Everyday Hairstyles: Side Lace Braid Ponytail Hairstyle

Awesome Idea for A Weekend Hair Style /Via


Awesome Idea for A Weekend Hair Style: Cute Everyday Hairstyles
Awesome Idea for A Weekend Hair Style: Cute Everyday Hairstyles

Rolled Ponytail Tutorial: Cute Everyday Hairstyles /Via


Rolled Ponytail Tutorial: Cute Everyday Hairstyles
Rolled Ponytail Tutorial: Cute Everyday Hairstyles

French Braid with High Ponytail for Girls /Via


Cute Everyday Hairstyles: French Braid with High Ponytail for Girls
Cute Everyday Hairstyles: French Braid with High Ponytail for Girls

Short Hair with Braids /Via


Cute Everyday Hairstyles: Short Hair with Braids
Cute Everyday Hairstyles: Short Hair with Braids

Everyday Hairstyles for Wavy Hair: Ombre Medium Hair /Via


Everyday Hairstyles for Wavy Hair: Ombre Medium Hair
Everyday Hairstyles for Wavy Hair: Ombre Medium Hair

Waterfall Braid Short Hair /Via


Everyday Hairstyles for Wavy Hair: Waterfall Braid Short Hair
Everyday Hairstyles for Wavy Hair: Waterfall Braid Short Hair

Cute Everyday Hairstyles: Long Hair with Braid Bangs /Via


Cute Everyday Hairstyle: Long Hair with Braid Bangs
Cute Everyday Hairstyle: Long Hair with Braid Bangs

Cute Everyday Hairstyles for Straight Hair: Short Pixie Haircut /Via


Cute Everyday Hairstyles for Straight Hair: Short Pixie Haircut
Cute Everyday Hairstyles for Straight Hair: Short Pixie Haircut

Waves for Short Hair with a Straightener /Via


Cute Everyday Hairstyles: Waves for Short Hair with a Straightener
Cute Everyday Hairstyles: Waves for Short Hair with a Straightener

Cute Straight Long Bob /Via


Everyday Hairstyles for Medium Hair: Cute Straight Long Bob
Everyday Hairstyles for Medium Hair: Cute Straight Long Bob

Everyday Hairstyles: A-line Short Haircut /Via


Everyday Hairstyles: A-line Short Haircut
Everyday Hairstyles: A-line Short Haircut

Original article and pictures take pophaircuts.com site