People often use plants to decorate their homes, whether they are live or artificial, as they always improve the appearance of the dwelling. When it comes to artificial plants, consumers often have to buy expensive vases or pots in stores. However, if you constantly make such purchases, this information might be useful to you. You do not need to buy expensive designer vases to create a beautiful interior; sometimes items lying around the house can be turned into decorative elements that evoke admiration.
It is possible to create a designer flower pot from an old bottle. This does not require expensive molds or special skills. With cement, a pipe, and a little creativity, an ordinary bottle can be turned into a very beautiful vase. Below is a guide on how to easily make such a decorative item at home.
To begin, take an empty plastic bottle and cut off its top part. The shape of the bottle can be chosen as you wish. It is important to ensure that the bottle is sturdy enough so that its shape will not change after pouring the cement. This bottle will serve as a mold for the future vase.
Next, take cement in a container and gradually add water to obtain a thick mixture. This mixture should be poured into the plastic bottle. Then, a piece of pipe is installed vertically in the center. The pipe will provide an empty space inside the vase where flowers can later be placed. It is necessary to ensure that the pipe remains stationary.
After pouring the cement, place the bottle on a flat surface and leave it for about 24 hours or until the cement is completely hardened. The plastic should not be removed immediately after the outer surface becomes hard, as the cement inside may still be wet.
When the cement is completely dry, the plastic bottle should be carefully cut and removed. After this, the pipe installed in the center is taken out. Then, using sandpaper, the edges and rough surface of the vase should be slowly sanded to give it a smooth and neat appearance. This will make the vase cleaner and more aesthetic.
The next step is to paint the exterior of the vase with white paint. After the paint dries, gold paint can be applied to the protruding lines with a brush. These gold lines will give the white vase an elegant and premium look. Other colors can also be used according to your taste.
When the paint is completely dry, an orchid or any other favorite flowers can be placed in the vase. Such a vase can be placed on a coffee table, a TV stand, in a bedroom corner, or on a balcony. The combination of white and gold colors will give the home decor a modern and sophisticated look.