Last week I found three vintage brass planters at a flea market. I almost didn't bring them home, because I was having a hard time imaging them in our space. I had no idea where we would hang them. But it was one of those times where I figured, if I left them behind, I would probably regret it the next day, so I brought them home.
We had a video shoot coming up, so we decided to hang them in the living room, opposite our hanging wicker chair. First, we added new wires to the planters, making them different heights. Then we added three plants to the planters, still in their original containers. Thanks for the time saving tip, Elise!
We chose three different plants that would spill over the planters. My dad told me these plants would grow really fast, and towards the light. So when one side starts looking much longer than the other, I will just give the planters a half turn. π
Our dad is awesome! He helped us hang these. Thanks, Dad!!
I'm so happy with the final result. I was worried the brass would feel too fancy (we're not fancy!), but I think it adds just the right amount of "shiny" to our living area. Have you hung planters in your home? I'd love to hear your tips and tricks! xo. Elsie
ps. An instagram follower pointed out that there are similar planters available at UO right now. Fun!
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Oh, they look wonderful!! I also love your little reflections in them too π
Keri-Anne
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These planters are gorgeous! They definitely brighten that corner, and the gold doesn’t compete with the plants for attention. Perfect combo π
Emily
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I love it!! They look awesome on that spot :3 thank god for dads
Very cute! I love hanging plants, always makes me think of my mom. She had one over the kitchen sink in the house we grew up in! Great find π
I use a self-watering hanging planter, where you pour the water into a hole at the bottom. There’s no messy overflow of water to worry about, and your plants feed as they need! Here’s an example: http://www.gardeners.com/Self-Watering-Hanging-Baskets/34-368%20%20%20TC,default,pd.html?SC=XNET9221&utm_campaign=cse&utm_medium=googleshopping&utm_term=&mr:referralID=872c6c19-b98c-11e2-9389-001b2166c62d&kwid=productads-sku^34@ADL4368TC-adtype^PLA-device^c-adid^23773305998
These look great in your space! They fit the sofa so well.
xo Julia
What plants did you use?
What a great way to fill up a bare corner! I love the reflective look of the brass.
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M.
You perfectly described my favorite feeling – knowing you found something extremely special at the flea market, not having a single clue of what you’ll do with it, but knowing that it belongs in your home. The planters look amazing!
Unfortunately, I don’t have any tips for planters since my single plant met an untimely death. I need to try again. What are the varieties? Keep us posted on how well these do and how much maintenance so I can start over!
Looks great! What kind of plants are these and are they fairly easy to take care of? I need to add more green to my house and am looking for plants that I won’t end up killing. Haha.
Good decision to take them with you. π Hanging planters add so much freshness to any space. And I mean, they are in brass. What does girl want more? π
SUPER cute idea!
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Is your dad the neighbor from Home Improvement? π LOL
Love the planters, they look amazing!!
beautiful planters!
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I absolutely love what adding a little bit of plant life does to a room. Looks awesome!
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LOVE the way those look!
I love the design of the whole room!
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Like you, I was a bit unsure of these at first but I think they have a real retro/ 70s bond vibe which makes them fit into your home.Rx
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It is such a beautiful addition to your home! I think it adds just the right amount of shiny!
Oh these are beautiful! Every room needs just a little fancy! These are so so fun! Very unique.
xoxo
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Those look gorgeous! Especially with the white walls π
I’m becoming obsessed with house plants. Instead of becoming a cat lady, I’m becoming a plant lady! Anyway, great idea!!
Danielle π
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those are so clever!
love how it doesn’t take up any floor space because flower pots and stuff can really do that!
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WOW great idea !!
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Just lovely! You’re right, the perfect amount of shiny!
They look lovely! Brass isn’t too far off from that gold you (and I) are so fond of. π Can I ask what type of plants you used! I need some hanging plants for my sun porch. I like the look of those.
So jealous! I’ve been looking for some myself. They look great.
When i was in school we made a planter hanger with “macramΓ©”, like crochet with gross cotton, that was the first time i hung a plant ; )
my mom would love, love this!
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Those planters are soooo badass! I think they look great in your space, totally vintage and fun! I love that you hung them at different heights, too.
Those look great and really add the right amount of color and pop in that corner of the room! What did you use to secure the wire to the planters from the ceiling? I have something similar I want to hang from my ceiling, but have been too scared about the item falling down. We’re in an older home, too, so I think what you did would work for us as well. Thank you!
I think they look amazing! I love brass textures in my home!
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I really like these! It makes me want some hanging planters now.
love these hanging vases!
xoxo
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They are so beautiful! Would love to own some similar ones!
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These are beautiful! Not to mention the perfect solution to plant-eating cats… π
This is beautiful
Still thinking about buying these kind of baskets myself too, so cool! xx
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Haha, I like the reflections of the couch-photographer… I stand on furniture all the time to take pics. π
So pretty! I really want to have lots more plants in our house, and this would be the perfect way to add them, especially since we have very little shelf space!
xo
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I love those planters, I’ve been trying to think of a way to liven up a corner of my room, this is a great idea!
I love love love love love those planters and am so jealous of you for finding them. I shall now dedicate a good part of my days to try and find similar ones. They just look wonderful.
Beautiful and so simple! What a beautiful way to enhance a corner of any room.
Cute! I love that we can see you reflected in some of these pictures. π
They look really pretty, great idea.
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Oh my goodness! I love them!
Love it. You totally didn’t do that reflection on purpose
These are beautiful! The glow in that space, plus it’s always lovely to bring greenery inside!
That looks nice π
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These are pretty π
Lulu xx
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These work beautifully in your space! They don’t overpower, but offer the perfect amount of richness! You have such amazing finds.
That looks real great! It gives your living room just a bit more glam π
I love the idea and how you set it up but I do think they are a little too shiney for the place. Personally I’d add some dip-dye
xo Carolin
I’d love to know what plants you used!
Thanks for sharing Elsie!
And I was wondering…I know you design cloths from time to time, and was wondering of you could send me and email with a few basic tips. I often draw cloths, and would love any tips you could give me. I know you’re busy, but if you could find the time I would greatly appreciate it π Here’s my email:
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Thanks for the inspiration!
Anna
Such a great find. I really, really hope to find some myself. I love them! They look gorgeous. Maybe I’ll settle for the Urban Outfitters version but.. I like the reflective shine on yours way better.
These look great!
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They look gorgeous there. Good thing you brought them home!
I could not agree more. They look perfect. I adore brass. π
xo
Eleanor
Love the retro look. ( I think you mean imagining not imaging them in your space.)
I think they look absolutely lovely! π
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‘we’re not fancy!’ lol! Love how they turn out by the way! and considering my garden is not a beautiful, we don’t really think about plants all that much haha
beautiful room, i love vintage stuffs
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It looks really good! I love the result! π
Great idea… it looks lovely !
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I didn’t hang planters, but I think it’s a brilliant idea. I have two small children (1 and 3), so plants are limited to the kitchen window sill, but Hangers are a great way to keep them out of their reach, I shall go and buy some next week.
Thanks for the inspiration.
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Nice idea and that looks so original. Have a nice weekend.
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Hey, maybe you can convince a manufacture/store to offer similar planters! It would be worth a try!
These are incredible!
They look fantastic. Buying these was the perfect risk to take! π
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Very 70’s! To keep the plants from getting too lopsided, don’t wait until they grow towards the light, just turn them 1/2 turn every time you water. Keeps them more even. I’ve done this for years. (People with too much time on their hands will tell you to turn them every day. I’m not those people.)
Beautiful planters! So cute, you can see you standing on the couch taking photos in the reflection! Hehe.
Your home is such a gem. You are lucky to get to own a piece of history. You even have the original picture rail around the top of your rooms!
They look great! I want them, too! π
Love them!
They look beautiful by the window with the sun reflecting on the brass!
xox
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The philodendron – the lowest hanging one – can be cut and rooted to start more plants. They are very hard to kill so are perfect for anyone with a black thumb. These hangers are gorgeous!
These planters look so cool. Funky, not fancy. π
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Love them, think they fit in perfectly with your aesthetic. Great job!
Lovely idea!
xoxo
They look amazing right there!
The planters look awesome, I’m kinda inspired to try something similar.
I would love to plant some herbs in those planters so then I could have some fresh for cooking..
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What a great idea !!
I’m still trying to convince the boy that we should do something similar! Hopefully your pretty pictures will help!
These are gorgeous! They suit your room so well. I’m on the lookout for some cut indoor plants. What sort of plants are they?
Omg! Your app has finally arrived π
I can’t wait for it to come on android!! π π
Gorgeous!
X
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These are awesome. Great find!