I have blogged in the past about the fact that I love
quirky and unusual things in a garden.
Here is a recent post about garden surprises.
I have a few old bistro chairs which I will be adding to
my garden, but in an unusual way.
As planters.
As planters.
All you have to do to convert a standard chair is to simply add a wire basket to the “seat”and plant with your favorite flowers, moss or succulents.
I form a basket with chicken wire and then
attach it to the chair with wire.
Then, I line the basket with moss to hold in the soil.
Easy Peasey!
Easy Peasey!
I will post pics and how-to’s as I go along.
But for now, look at the great examples I
found on Pinterest.
I love the little addition of the bird house above.
Even an everyday Adirondack gets dressed up for the Garden.
How’s this for an instant pop of color?
A flower pot, painted the same color as the chair, was
inserted into the seat area. How easy is that?
I love this vintage chair with pretty pink and fuschia flowers.
An old bent willow chair makes the perfect planter when
its useful life is over.
And now for my favorite.
You know I have always wanted a French Bergere chair…
And now for my favorite.
You know I have always wanted a French Bergere chair…
I guess I can have one in my garden!
I love this one planted with a mossy-like ground cover.
And this isn’t exactly a chair….but it makes me smile.
Isn’t this wicker settee simply charming?
How cute would this be tucked under a shade tree with succulents and moss? I might have to scout out an old wicker piece and give this a try, as well.
Hope everyone along the East Coast has survived Tropical Storm Beryl. We are on the tail end of it here today in Coastal NC.
It has brought some much needed rain, and also makes for the perfect day to catch up on some blogs, sleep and old movies.
xxoo, barb
ps – I do have a new name for my new shop. I am having a logo designed and will reveal it in a few days. 🙂
ps – I do have a new name for my new shop. I am having a logo designed and will reveal it in a few days. 🙂
Lisa~A Cottage To Me says
I use to have a chair planter in my garden. But, unfortunately it was ruined over time by the elements. Love all that you have shown. Thanks for sharing!
View CommentGretchen says
I love all those chairs and often think how much I would enjoy having one in my garden.
View CommentLaura from Top This Top That says
how fun is that to use chairs as planters!
View CommentShenita @ Embellishments by SLR says
Barb, these chairs are adorable! I’ve used bistro chairs as plant stands; but, never removed the seats of chairs. These are so fun!
View CommentToni says
Barb – They all made me smile! The next to last was my fave – all so fun. Looking forward to “hearing” the name of your new shop.
View CommentCeekay-Thinkin of Home/Doublewide Decor says
I love chairs in the garden…I am looking for one now in fact…they only hold up for so long…but enjoyable!
View CommentShelia says
Cute post, Barb! I love those chairs in the garden and would love to try this myself!
View Commentbe a sweetie,
Shelia 😉
NanaDiana says
Barb-What great ideas. I love each and every one of them…Just darling photos. I love the French chair-so sweet! Can’t wait to hear your new name! xo Diana
View CommentHappy To Be/ Gl♥ria says
I love them all Barb..I have an old Ice parlor chair sitting by my front door that I just love as it’s metal and held up great even with all our snow..Hope you have a GREAT day my dear friend..Hugs and smiles Gl♥ria
View Commentℳartina @ Northern Nesting says
Barb I love every single one of them!!!
View CommentShirley@Housepitality Designs says
These are great garden chairs….looking forward to seeing the one that you create…!! Those chairs just make you smile!!
View CommentCynthia says
These pictures are fantastic. You gave me inspiration. I will try this next year on my deck!!
Cynthia
View Commentmarty (A Stroll Thru Life) says
These are all so cute, love this idea. Love you. Hugs, Marty
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