Styrofoam planter.

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Old 05-31-2012, 03:23 PM
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Default Styrofoam planter.

This is not related to quilting but thought you might like to see what I made using styrofoam containers.All you do is take a wire brush,scratch the outer surface,make drainage holes,spray done.
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Wonderful idea. Thanks for sharing with us.
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What a cool idea!
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Thank you for sharing. It wouldn't freeze in winter either so it could be stored outdoors. Even if it doesn't make it through the winter in great shape, a little more spray should fix it up. 'I have an extra Styrofoam chest sitting around and think I'll try it.!
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How clever of you to come up with such a great idea! I just saw some small ones at the $ Tree . They will work great for my herbs. Thank you!
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Great use of coolers. My allergist gives them away, meds are shipped to him in them. Way too often they throw them out, another great use. Thanks for sharing.

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LOVE this idea!!!!! Going to garage sales tomorrow and on Sat. so will look for some cheap ones.
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Thanks for sharing this great recycling tip! What kind of paint works on styrofoam?
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Neat idea! Those are good looking!
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thanks for the tip great idea.
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