Ingredients
- Empty tin can: 1
- Acrylic paint: your chosen color(s)
- Paintbrush: 1
- Decorative embellishments: stickers or washi tape
- Drainage rocks (optional): for the bottom of the can
- Potting soil: enough to fill the can
- Succulent plants: your chosen plants
Instructions
- Clean the tin can. Start with an empty can. Wash it thoroughly and check that it is suitable to handle. Let it dry before you begin painting.
- Make sure the can is completely dry. If you used water to clean the can or plan to use water while painting, dry it thoroughly.
- Paint the outside. Apply your chosen acrylic paint to the can’s exterior with a paintbrush. Work carefully around the surface so the color looks as even as you want it to. Follow the paint label’s instructions and allow the paint to dry before moving on.
- Add decorative details. When the paint is dry, decorate the can with stickers, washi tape, or other embellishments you have chosen.
- Add drainage rocks if desired. Place the optional rocks at the bottom of the can before adding soil.
- Fill the can with potting soil. Add soil to the can, leaving enough room to place your succulent plants.
- Plant your succulents. Place your chosen succulents into the soil and arrange them as you like. Add soil around the plants.
- Choose a spot for your planter. Place the finished strawberry tin can planter in your desired location and enjoy your new decoration.
Notes
Take your time between painting and decorating. Adding stickers or tape before the paint is dry can make the surface messy.
