Balcony Glow Up: DIY Pallet Planter Using Recycled Metal Packaging

Posted by Jessica FriendBartlett, on July 21, 2025. Tags: ,

There’s something incredibly rewarding about turning a small, overlooked space into something beautiful and even better when you can do it sustainably. Our balcony had been in desperate need of a refresh, so we grabbed a few tools, got a little creative, and got to work. The highlight of our makeover? A DIY pallet planter […]

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Plant pot painting project 

Posted by Jessica FriendBartlett, on May 7, 2025. Tags: , ,

Project by My Thrifty Life by Cassie Fairy, Photography by Andy Greenacre  If you want to encourage your children to get creative, this quick and easy plant pot painting project is ideal for your youngsters. The activity can be enjoyed by kids of all ages from pre-schoolers (with supervision) to teens and even adults, so […]

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