Transformations: From Oatmeal Container to Planter

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You’re living healthy, getting your daily dose of oats in the morning and recycling each empty cylindrical container as you go, but the DIY voice inside of you won’t shut up. There has to be something more creative to do with this than through it in the recycling! Voila, here is the DIY craft you have been waiting for.

Simple and fun, this craft will have you raring to go, and setting up wonderful hanging boxes all over your apartment. With just a little glue, a little paint, an afternoon, and, of course, some planting supplies, you’ll be greening up your life with these adorable little flower boxes. With step by step instructions and detailed pictures, this article leads the way.

These cute boxes are not only adorable additions to your home, but make lovely presents for friends. You can even take the afternoon to get creative and create the boxes with your kids. A science and art project, all in one, you’ll be learning and having a great time! Eat up those oats to get a whole supply for your next rainy day project!

Transformations: From Oatmeal Container to Planter