Miniature Planters with Proxxon Tools

Hi everyone Steph Ackerman here today and I found a couple small boxes in my stash and thought they'd make perfect little planters for my patio.

I began by sanding each box with the Delta Sander.  Next, I used  FolkArt Brushed Metal paint, painting one with Brushed Copper and the other with Brushed Antique Gold.  I painted 3 coats on each, sanding between each layer.

Using a FolkArt stencil, I selected one of the designs and painted it with FolkArt Color Shift paint in Green Flash.

 

To create drainage, I used the Precision Rotary Tool to drill holes in the bottom of each planter.  This is such a handy tool to have.

Next, I used a larger drill bit to drill holes in the sides of each planter.  This way I can hang the planters if I decide to.

I'm thinking these planters can double as bird feeders during the winter.

 

The planters look so pretty filled with flowers and sitting on my patio. 

 

 

I can't wait for the flowers to fully bloom.

 

Thanks for stopping by.