Decorative Uses for Planters and Urns

Unique Ways to use Planters and Urns

There is a multitude of decorative ideas for outdoor planters and urns besides the obvious. Here are just a few that can help you think beyond typical outdoor applications.

 

Outdoor planters and urns have taken on a new identity. This creative home owner wanted to add the unexpected. Who knew that you could take an outdoor urn and turn it into a clever side table? By adding a small round wooden tabletop and pale yellow paint for a even finished look, this normal garden urn was turned into a functional side table. What a great way to create an english cottage look for a guest room just by placing this next to a bed with crisp white linens and antique color throw pillows. Florida rooms and even bathrooms would benefit from these unique lamp tables just by leaving them in there original finish.

 

Be festive this holiday season with these creative ideas. Those small garden urns or planters can become great containers for Christmas greenery, ornaments and candles. Using smaller urns can become great center pieces on your dining table. Larger urns are perfect for decorating your entrance ways and patios. During the fall, add pumpkins, seasonal fall flowers and colorful vegetables to your planters and urns.

A great conversation starter, is using an urn that can be transformed into an elegant, purposeful item that will leave your guest thinking “Why didn’t I think of that?". Start by getting a decorative planter or urn and fill it with ice, instantly you have created a great way to chill champagne and wine. These coolers will look great on a serving table for an outdoor dinner party or wedding.

 

Weddings are another special event that calls for these sophisticated and poised structures. Placing beautiful ferns inside urns atop of tall columns is ideal at the altar in a church or outdoor area. Try placing urns along the isle filled with flowers and greenery for an outdoor or indoor ceremony. Small planters filled with shells and white candles will bring ambiance and romance to any beach reception.If you realize the potential of these outdoor planters and urns you can have a lot of fun dreaming up even more creative ideas.

Article by Anita Winter