I did this project when a group of bloggers and I would come together to share a makeover based on a theme. The theme for this particular makeover was Red, White and Blue. I turned a curbside rescue into a patriotic rectangular planter for this makeover.
The struggle was real with this one. I was actually to the point that I thought I wouldn’t be able to deliver a project for it. As panic mode set in, I thought it would be easier to skip this project and focus on next month’s theme. Then, as I was about to call it quits, a curbside rescue saved the day.
This little guy was out on the curb waiting to be rescued. I liked the shape of it and the three compartments were perfect for red, white and blue.
Look at it now!
I used left over paints that I had from other projects. For some reason, it took many coats to cover the ivy stencil someone put on it. It was like this project just didn’t want to happen for me.
But……. I prevailed.
I went to Lowes and bought a bunch of $1 annuals that were on clearance. I filled all three compartments with them. The green looks great against the patriotic colors, but I am excited to see the flowers start popping out too.
I didn’t want to use primary colors on this planter. I wanted the red, white and blue to be a little more muted. I used “Devotion” from Country Chic Paint for the red, “Picket Fence” from Fusion Mineral Paint for the white and a blue color I mixed from paints I had on hand.
I really like the colors together. I don’t do a lot of decorating for the summer holidays, but this little rectangular planter is a nice addition to our yard for the season.
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I never underestimate what a little curbside shopping can do. Next time if I am having a hard time coming up with ideas, I will get in the van and cruise around in search for inspiration. 🙂
Do you decorate for Memorial Day or Fourth of July? What kinds of things do you do to bring those holidays to your home?
If you don’t have time to DIY a rectangular planter, I found some beautiful options online:
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This turned out so fun, Lindsay! Curbside score for sure.
Thanks LArissa! Love all of your curbside finds!
Oh this is so cute!! I love fun and interesting ways to change up the garden. This is a great lift and pop of patriotic color. Great job. Susie from The Chelsea Project
Thanks Susie!
Such a perfect pop of colors to add to your beautiful garden. Great save! Gotta love curbside shopping! ;o)
THanks Lucy!
This is so sweet for Summer, Lindsay…what a great find! XO
Thanks Christy!
What a great find and your turned it into something really pretty and useful! Nice save and nice use of red, white and blue! PS I’m envious of your green thumb!
THanks Jeanie. My husband has the green thumb. I am not great at it yet. I am trying to learn. 😉
What a great curbside treasure, Lindsay! I love how you gave it new life. Once the flowers are in full bloom and those paint colors peek through, can we say stunning addition to your garden!
Thanks Marie!
I love how you rescued this sweet little planter! A great find for sure!
Thanks Stacy!
What a great curbside find! I’ll bet that if the original owner could see it now that they’d want it back. I’m a sucker for anything patriotic and I just love what you did with this piece.
I know! I wish I could take it back and show thme! 😉 THank you!
Lindsay, this was a great rescue and a fabulous idea! I, too, love the colors you chose and love plants anywhere and everywhere!
Thank you Kim!
Lindsay, this is soooo cool. I bet all your neighbors want to steal it!
Ha Ha! Thanks!
What a fun piece! the colors really made all the difference. It changed the whole look!
Great job!
Hugs,
Karin
Thank you Karin!
Curbside rescue=complete win in my book! You totally gave this piece a fun new personality! Great vision and great job!
~Tami
Thank you Tami!
Lindsay,
You did a beautiful job on your red, white and blue planter.
Happy Creating,
Karen Marie
Thank you Karen!
This looks great! Love the three tiers and patriotic colors especially against the background of the green in your garden. This month’s tour was so much fun! Have a great summer!
Thanks Wendi. You as well!
Wow, it’s like a patriotic surprise nestled deep in the garden… this is so pretty! I just love this find!
Thank you Donna!