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    Home » Spray Paint » Make Flower Vases Out Of Plastic Water Bottles

    Make Flower Vases Out Of Plastic Water Bottles

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    These recycled plastic water bottle vases spray painted yellow would be perfect for baby shower centerpieces, wedding table decorations, or everyday decor. Don't throw away plastic water bottles. Make water bottle vases. You could drop them in the recycle bin but that's no fun. I like the vase idea.

    Recycled Plastic Water Bottle Vases Spray Painted Yellow

    Upcycled Plastic Water Bottle Vases

    Some people might think the vases are trashy but hey, cheap decor. The water bottle vases would be perfect for a wedding reception. Why spend a bunch of money on something you will use for a few hours?

    Plastic Water Bottles for Recycling Petticoat Junktion

    I usually drink bottled water and the hubby drinks water out of the tap. Instead of bagging these up for recycling I decided to spray paint them. Spray paint is my friend.

    Spray Paint Plastic Water Bottles Petticoat Junktion

    I removed the labels but not the part where the labels are glued to the bottle. See the little white pieces. I’m kind-of lazy. Have I mentioned that before.

    This is just a quick fun project and I didn’t see any need in spending half the day removing glue from plastic bottles. One tip….fill the bottles half way up with water so they don’t tip over while you're spray painting them. They’re pretty lightweight when empty.

    Use Spray Paint to turn Plastic Water Bottles Into Vases Petticoat Junktion

    I spray painted over everything and the paper didn’t show. But the black stamped-on date shows through the paint. It’s a good thing the date is small. I don’t know how many coats of paint it would take to hide the date…..but I’m telling you….it would take a lot. The Valspar spray paint cost me $1 at Habitat Restore. It was a full can too.

    You Can Spray Paint Plastic Water Bottles To Make Decorative Vases Petticoat Junktion

    I added artificial flower branches. The Spring flowers in my yard are looking a little puny right now. And I photographed the bottles all nicely lined up in a row but I didn’t like the way they looked so I grabbed a roll of grosgrain ribbon.

    DIY Vases from Plastic Water Bottles Petticoat Junktion

    I circled the bottles with the ribbon and then did a little angled thing with them and finished it off with a bow. You guys know I like to do the unexpected. Always group decor in odd numbers.

    How to Spray Paint Plastic Water Bottles Petticoat Junktion

    This project started with bottles headed to the recycling bin, a $1 can of spray paint(with spray paint left over), ribbon I had on hand, and a few artificial flower branches. I estimate the cost of this project to be….$1….maybe less!

    View my video on how to paint home decor in batches here....

    Painting Home Decor

    If you like this project check out the glass jars I spray painted white….they are classy.

    Ok, now ya’ll tell me…is this project trashy or classy? Be honest, but be nice. Thanks for stopping by and have a great week, Kathy

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Kate

      July 16, 2015 at 11:37 am

      What a cute project! I love it so much that I decided to feature it at CoolDIYideas.com

      Reply
    2. Connie

      July 13, 2015 at 11:16 pm

      I think these would be great for a birthday party or BBQ. As a former art teacher, I have tried to find uses for just about anything that would be thrown out. Kids could also help paint them. Cans are also great for making impromptu vases. In fact, I had friends over for dinner and at the last minute decided I would use the tomato, sauce, and paste cans (labels intact) filled with flowers and herbs from my garden for the table. They looked great with our Italian meal and my guests thought it was cute. I say it's art and just go with your whim!

      Reply
    3. Clearissa

      May 25, 2015 at 10:13 pm

      This just shows how a creative person can make something from nothing. Suppose someone is reading this blog that doesn't have a lot of money? Well, the can add some color to their home for a dollar. I agree this is not a formal project, but it is a cute and creative project. Add some rock/marbles from the dollar store and these would look great on a patio or deck area and would not blow away and for a dollar, one could change the color at will.Love your creative thinking.

      Reply
      • Kathy Owen

        May 26, 2015 at 7:11 pm

        You're so right Clearissa. Thanks!

    4. Anuj Vohra

      December 28, 2014 at 1:00 am

      Curiosity about life in all of its aspects, I think, is still the secret of great creative people.

      Leo Burnett

      Reply
    5. Michele N

      December 10, 2014 at 9:22 am

      Just an fyi, you can usually remove that black date with rubbing alcohol. They're cute. I take 2L bottles, cut the top off, wrap in tissue or colored cello wrap, rubberband it & cover with rubberband with ribbon & fill with flowers to take out to the cemetery. I usually put a few rocks in the bottom to keep it from falling over. It works great because they're unbreakable and safe with cement and metal tiles as markers all around the area.

      Reply
      • Kathy Owen

        December 10, 2014 at 9:46 am

        Hey Michele, Thanks for the tips and new ideas!

    6. Renae

      September 04, 2014 at 9:16 pm

      Way to go. You've coated perfectly recylable bottles with a toxic substance.

      Reply
    7. Tricia

      August 01, 2014 at 8:46 pm

      I say neither trashy nor classy. They're really cute! I love that bright yellow color especially paired with the framed citrus print...perfect!

      Reply
    8. TONYA

      July 30, 2014 at 11:49 pm

      LOVE THESE....GREAT FOR USE ON PATIO/DECK OR INSIDE...LOVE COASTAL DECOR, DEF CAN TRANSFORM FOR THIS...JUST ABSOLUTELY VERSITAL!!!!

      Reply
    9. Brittany

      June 25, 2014 at 9:50 am

      Kathy, neat idea! I could definitely see these at a kids birthday party or summer BBQ!! 😀

      Reply
    10. Nicolee King

      June 24, 2014 at 9:58 pm

      Would be super cute for a picnic or deck/patio. One man's trash, etc.

      Love your ideas!

      Reply
    11. Kathy Owen

      June 24, 2014 at 9:49 pm

      I couldn't have said it better Alicia. Thanks!

      Reply
    12. Alicia

      June 24, 2014 at 9:47 pm

      I think they are adorable. while they may not be everyone's cup of tea that's ok. But one thing I have learned as an adult is that just because someone doesn't like something doesn't mean I shouldn't. If I like something, that's enough for me! 🙂 These are so cheap to make that you can change them out as often as you like without being out a lot of money...so create what you like and if someone doesn't like it....well, so what?! Let your creative juices flow....

      Reply
    13. Linda

      June 24, 2014 at 9:30 pm

      Kathy, I am new here but I find so many blogs have some pretty RUDE individuals that apparently didn't learn any manners as children, women are the worst. I am sorry about that. Your creative juice were flowing and three cheer to you, they are adorable and if anybody had half a brain they would realize you wouldn't use then on your table for a formal dinner party. GEESH, if ya can't say something nice, STFU...... OOPS did Grammie just say that... You bet.

      Reply
      • Kathy Owen

        June 24, 2014 at 9:48 pm

        Linda, Thanks so much for having my back...these negative comments don't bother me...really. And I did ask if they were trashy or classy!! Thanks for your comment!

    14. [email protected]

      May 20, 2014 at 9:15 pm

      These are too cool, Kathy! Such a fun idea!

      Reply
    15. [email protected] Charm

      May 16, 2014 at 10:06 pm

      Great thrifty idea Kathy...love the color you went with.

      Blessings,
      Linda

      Reply
    16. Linda @ Mixed Kreations

      May 13, 2014 at 4:40 am

      I think there very pretty! Love the bright color, very cheerful. Your choice of flower branches go perfectly.

      Reply
    17. Linda

      May 12, 2014 at 1:10 pm

      Great idea for repurposing, but I can think of a lot of other ideas for the paint.

      Reply
    18. chris aka monkey

      May 12, 2014 at 9:39 am

      well iffen you had painted them pink the flamingo would have company lol actually they are cute..would be cute table setting for a outside event... bbq or party or even a wedding xx

      Reply
    19. Andrea Burke

      May 12, 2014 at 9:19 am

      When I have a cupboard full of beautiful vases, why would I spend time decorating something that is reuseable and can be recycled?

      Reply
      • Kathy Owen

        May 12, 2014 at 9:33 am

        true!

    20. valarie

      May 12, 2014 at 8:44 am

      Way to think out of the box Kathy-that's why you're my fav!

      Reply
      • Kathy Owen

        May 12, 2014 at 8:56 am

        Thanks Valarie!

    21. Cheryl

      May 12, 2014 at 8:42 am

      Don't care for this one Kathy

      Reply
      • Kathy Owen

        May 12, 2014 at 8:57 am

        I know it's not everyone's cup of tea. Thanks for the comment Cheryl.

    22. Gracie

      May 12, 2014 at 7:34 am

      I think they are just too cute!

      Reply

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