Hey, there, it’s Sarah of www.sadieseasongoods.com again, with a new upcycling idea for you.

Sunny days and mild weather can only mean one thing- it’s Spring and it’s time to get outside! Adding curb appeal to your home with unique and whimsical planters is the perfect Spring activity. Magazine racks are pretty easy to find at the Charlotte Region ReStores, and are EXCELLENT candidates to upcycle into planters – no matter the size, shape, or material they’re made of.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Magazine Rack from one of the Charlotte Region ReStores
• Spray Paint (Optional)
• Waterproofing Topcoat (Spray or Brush-on)
• Coco Liner Roll
• Craft or Heavy Duty Scissors
• Potting Soil
• Trowel
• Plants

Safety first!

For any spray painting or waterproofing that you do, make sure you have a well-ventilated area to work in. And if you have outdoor pets, please ensure that you select non-toxic plants for your planter.

• Because my magazine holder will become an outside fixture, I opted to give it two light coats of a waterproofing spray to help it stand up to the elements.
• After the waterproofing spray dried overnight, I grabbed some coco liner (from a garden or even some craft stores).
• With my craft scissors, I cut down a large piece of liner and laid in the magazine rack. It only covered the front and back of the rack, so I then cut out two pieces to cover the sides. Now my magazine holder was ready to be planted!