Decorating your home with plants is what makes it feel alive. But what if your budget is limited? In this article, I’m sharing some easy and budget-friendly DIY planter ideas so you can make your house look beautiful, even if your budget is tight.
If you’re not convinced, here are some gorgeous examples to show you that DIY flower boxes are the way to go!
DIY Flower Boxes for Your Windows
For something more modern and understated, these elegant DIY window flower boxes are just so classy. They are finished in gray for a very good reason.
With this design, the box itself doesn’t scream for attention; instead, the flowers and greenery inside get to steal the spotlight. I also love the slight geometric touch it adds to a traditional window.
I absolutely love this one. If you want a window planter that feels truly vintage and is also space-savvy, few designs come close to this awesome one.
It has such a timeless appeal with its distressed finish and lovely pastel hue. Just a perfect DIY window planter, if you ask me!
The wooden DIY window flower box is a look that really stands the test of time, aesthetically speaking. This simple design is a total hit every single time.
You can even alter the strain of wood you pick to give the rectangular box a different feel. Just be sure the box complements your window’s dimensions before you start the project.
Here’s another modern take. This slim and stoic DIY flower box planter keeps things uncomplicated and smart.
The design avoids any unnecessary flourishes, leaving you with a sturdy box that serves you well through all the seasons. If you want a window planter that fits in with a broad range of styles, this is a really great choice.
The flower box planters you see below have such an undeniable vintage charm. It’s hard to miss their colorful presence even without any flowers!
The color you pick for these dashing DIY planters makes a huge difference to the window scenery and your home’s façade. You’ll want to get it right, just like the design itself.
I love this wood pallet window flower box. It’s a project that is gentle on the environment in multiple ways. Plus, it’s a super easy project to tackle and shouldn’t take more than a weekend to finish. A perfect weekend craft!
If you’re interested in going down the upcycling path, you could give these upcycled drawer flower box planters a try. This is such a fun project and will put something old and discarded to very good use.
Moving to the more modern end of the spectrum again, this flower box planter is all about embracing black and doing it in a minimal fashion.
This one looks best in contemporary homes paired with stylish modern windows. The flowers bring a pop of color to an otherwise neutral setting and freshen up the façade.
On the other end of the spectrum is this DIY planter with a chevron pattern finish. It’s so cozy and creative! This is one that draws attention with ease, and the geo style makes it a total modern hit!
Creative and Smart Planter Designs
How lovely is this DIY tiered planter? I just think it’s gorgeous. The most amazing part of this project is that it will cost you only $10 to build.
That’s such a win for saving money and the planet, all while getting this multi-level brilliance packed with greenery.
We all love a bit of creativity with our box planter designs, right? This standalone addition, the cascading pallet DIY flower planter, is one that can be placed anywhere with total ease.
Whether it’s next to the window, in the yard, or maybe at the entry, this planter works well no matter where it sits. You can add flowers on the outside and from within!
Wood and metal make such a great combination for DIY planters. This blend works even better when you don’t have to place the planter right next to the window. It’s perfect for growing flowers or even veggies!
If you want a tiered planter but just don’t have the square footage to spare, this hanging design is a wonderful and practical alternative.
This is another planter that fits snugly next to the window. It could even be part of your entry or backyard. I could also see this used to grow an herb garden in the kitchen!
This is just the perfect way to welcome guests. Imagine this box-style planter, full of flowers, sitting on your front porch.
Of course, it works beautifully as a window flower box, too. It’s a really sturdy and stable piece that creates a beautiful visual impact.
The wood pallet is such a versatile base; it’s hardly a wonder it can be used in so many DIY planters. Making another appearance here, this gorgeous DIY pallet planter is one that’s easy to make.
It also handily incorporates those extra flower pots you have lying around your home.
If you don’t want a flower box planter hanging on the wall, this upcycled drawer planter is a smart choice. It also has a lovely hint of traditional panache.
Whether you’re holding a small plant or lots of flowering delights, these gorgeous chevron pattern planter boxes feel exquisite and modern.
If you want to turn up the chic factor and add even greater geometric contrast, the DIY triangular planters are a great choice. They can act as smart planters or tiny flower boxes, depending on what works best for you.
Thinking Beyond the Window Box
Sure, window flower boxes are great, but you can go beyond them and give every part of your home a flowery upgrade.
Hanging planters are a fantastic start; they can enliven any room without taking up precious square footage.
This slim flower planter can go on railings and picket fences, exploring the other end of the spatial spectrum. It’s super easy to make, too!
From windows, we move to the backyard. This revamped old drum planter feels nothing like a mundane, upcycled DIY idea.
It’s covered in wood, and this special little planter isn’t strictly a ‘box’ design. But I’m all about bending the rules to try something exceptional!
If you love something more stoic and woodsy, a large planter box in a dark strain of wood should do the trick. This one feels permanent and really anchors the space it adorns!
It’s not always easy to find DIY planters that are modern, minimal, and also easy to make, especially when wood is involved.
But this simple and chic box planter beats that rule. Painting it white, obviously, goes a long way in achieving this beautiful result.
Homeowners searching for more extensive and spacious planters will love this cedar and steel DIY planter idea. It’s perfect for holding all your flowering plants.
This is such an innovative and one-of-a-kind idea! Adding this DIY cedar monogram planter to your entry just brings a wonderful dash of personal charisma.
This one spells out ‘K’, but you can change the project design to spell any letter you want. I’ll admit, it’s not the easiest adaptation, but it’s definitely achievable if you’re an advanced-level crafter.
A box planter made from wood that can also be used as a side table? Yes, please! This is one that comes in mighty handy, whether in your living room or out on the deck.
