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Hunker described a DIY project from Facebook creator She’s So CraftDee that turns a two-pack of Dollar Tree fluted bowls and glass taper candleholders into two vintage-style planters. The tutorial uses glue, primer or paint, and antique wax; prices and product availability may vary.
A DIY tutorial featured by Hunker shows how to turn a two-pack of Dollar Tree fluted bowls and glass taper candleholders into two vintage-style decorative planters. The project, designed by Facebook creator She’s So CraftDee, uses glued-together pieces, paint or primer, and antique wax to create a low-cost display for faux plants or small cuttings.
The listed materials include a two-pack of Carters Corner Clear Flared Bowls, reported at $2, and three glass taper candleholders, listed at $1.25 each. The creator also uses a hot glue gun, a paint sponge, antique wax, and a coating such as primer, acrylic paint, or chalk paint. Hunker says She’s So CraftDee chose Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Plus spray primer, which the report listed at $11 at Home Depot. These are the prices and products in the source report, not a guarantee of current availability or cost.
For the shorter planter, the instructions call for removing labels, cleaning the pieces, applying hot glue to a candleholder’s rim, and pressing one bowl onto it. To make the taller planter, glue the openings of the other two candleholders together, then attach the second bowl to the base of one holder. The arrangement creates two different heights for a coordinated display.
After assembly, coat the pieces evenly with the selected primer or paint, adding coats as needed for opaque coverage. Once dry, lightly dab antique wax over the surface with a sponge, then wipe it back with a paper towel. The tutorial says an uneven, patchy finish is part of the intended rustic look. It identifies Waverly Inspirations Chalk Paint Wax as the creator’s choice and says the finished planters can hold faux plants or real cuttings.
A Low-Cost Decorative DIY
The project offers readers a way to make matching planters at home using inexpensive glassware rather than buying finished decorative pieces. Its appeal is in the accessible materials and simple assembly: the bowls and candleholders form the structure, while paint and wax supply the aged appearance. The source reports a $2 price for the bowl pack and $1.25 per candleholder, but the full project cost also depends on the coating products and tools a person already owns.
The planters are presented as decorative vessels, not as purpose-built garden pots. Readers considering live plants should account for drainage and watering: the reported instructions do not describe adding drainage holes or a liner. Without drainage, excess water can collect inside the bowl, so a nursery pot or another suitable insert may be needed to manage watering.
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How the Bowl-and-Candleholder Design Works
Hunker’s report frames the design as an accessible home-decor project from She’s So CraftDee, a Facebook creator. The basic construction uses one candleholder as a pedestal for each bowl; joining two holders creates a taller base for the second piece. The paint or primer covers the assembled parts, and the final wax layer adds variation intended to resemble an aged finish.
The source says primer, acrylic paint, or chalk paint can be used as the base coating, while the creator selected spray primer. It describes the antique wax as a water-based chalk paint product that also acts as a sealant, rather than a traditional wax alone. The reported drying time of about 30 minutes applies to the named primer and is not a universal drying time for every paint or wax combination.
“It’s ok if the wax appears patchy in places, or heavier in some spots than others — this is the rustic look you’re aiming for.”
— Hunker, summarizing She’s So CraftDee’s instructions
Costs, Durability and Drainage
The source does not provide a publication date, so it is unclear when the listed prices were checked. Retail prices, stock and product names can change, and the total cost will vary depending on whether the maker already has paint, wax, a sponge, or a glue gun. The report also does not give measurements for the bowls and candleholders or specify how much coating is required.
It does not report whether the glued glass joints were tested for long-term strength, exposure to moisture, or handling. Nor does it specify whether the finish withstands regular watering or outdoor conditions. The project is described for display and for holding faux plants or cuttings, but the instructions do not explain drainage, waterproofing, or outdoor use. Those details should not be assumed from the tutorial.
Check Materials Before Assembly
Anyone planning the project can first check local store availability and confirm that the bowls and candleholders are compatible in size and shape. Follow the product labels for glue, primer, paint and wax, and allow each coating to dry for the time specified by its manufacturer; the approximately 30-minute figure in the report refers only to the selected primer. Before adding a live cutting, consider using an insert that can be removed for watering and that addresses drainage.
The source does not announce a follow-up, testing result, or update to the design. For now, its next step for makers is to let the assembled and coated planters dry fully before placing faux greenery or a suitable plant cutting inside.
Key Questions
What materials does the project use?
The reported list includes a two-pack of fluted bowls, three glass taper candleholders, a hot glue gun, a paint sponge, antique wax, and primer or paint. The creator used spray primer, but the report says acrylic or chalk paint can also be used.
How are the two planters assembled?
For the shorter planter, glue one bowl to one candleholder. For the taller design, glue two candleholders together at their openings, then attach the second bowl to the base of one of them.
Can the planters hold live plants?
The report says they can hold real cuttings or faux plants, but it does not describe drainage holes or waterproofing. A removable nursery pot or another suitable insert may help manage water; the tutorial does not give specific planting instructions.
How does the finish get its aged appearance?
After applying and drying primer or paint, lightly sponge on antique wax and wipe some away with a paper towel. The source says a patchy or uneven result is part of the intended rustic appearance.
Are the listed prices current?
Not necessarily. Hunker listed the bowl pack at $2, candleholders at $1.25 each, primer at $11, and the named wax at $7.27, but the report’s date is unspecified and prices or availability may have changed.
Source: hunker.com
