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If you enjoy growing your own potted plants and would like a stylish way of displaying them inside the home, then this month's project could be just what you need. I've been admiring living walls and hanging gardens for some time now, and decided to create an achievable small-scale … View moreIf you enjoy growing your own potted plants and would like a stylish way of displaying them inside the home, then this month's project could be just what you need. I've been admiring living walls and hanging gardens for some time now, and decided to create an achievable small-scale version to house small pots and fresh herbs in my kitchen. These shelves are affordable and easy to make, and ideal for apartments and smaller homes without much garden space.
For this project you will need:
• 1 length of untreated pine 20mm thick and 120mm wide
• Hand saw or skill saw, sandpaper
• Drill with 72mm hole saw drill bit and 7.5mm drill bit (for 7mm rope)
• 9 x 9cm terracotta pots
• White synthetic general purpose rope 7mm x 10m, 8 x white plastic cable ties
• Resene Colorwood Whitewash, speed brush or synthetic paintbrush
• Various herbs or small plants
Step one: Cut your length of pine into three pieces, each 600mm long. You can do this with either a hand saw or a skill saw. Once cut, give them a sand.
Step two: Measure out the placement of your holes that will hold the terracotta pots. I spaced mine out at 150mm centres. Repeat these markings for all three lengths of timber.
Step three: Using a drill with a hole saw attachment, cut out 72mm (D) sized holes to fit your terracotta pots. I practised first on a spare cut of timber I had lying around, to make sure that the hole I was drilling was the right size. For my 9cm pots, I found that 72mm ensured a good fit. Tidy up each hole with a light sand.
Step four: Now you need to cut the holes for your rope. Measure in 20mm from each corner and mark your drilling spot. Use a 7.5mm drill bit to make one hole in each corner (the size drill bit you use will depend on the thickness of the rope you are using to hang your shelves – adjust accordingly). Repeat for all three lengths of timber.
Step five: To achieve a fresh, clean look I used Resene Colorwood Whitewash interior wood stain. There are lots of colours to choose from, so you could pick whichever best suits the timber you are using and where the finished project will be hanging. I applied two coats of Whitewash using a speed brush, or synthetic brush.
Step six: Cut your rope into four equal lengths and thread each length through the corner holes of your shelves starting from the bottom. Tie each length of rope into a knot on the underside of the bottom shelf, so the bottom shelf rests on these knots.
Step seven: Adjust the placement of your shelves until you get them evenly spaced. Make sure you allow room for the pots to sit in the shelves, and room for your plants to grow of course. I spaced my shelves at 200mm apart. Secure the undersides of your remaining shelves with cable ties, they are a good solution because they aren't hugely visible and they don't budge. Trim the long ends of the cable ties once in place.
Step eight: Add your pots and plants, and hang in your chosen spot. Make sure that you use hooks that can safely take the weight of your shelves.
DIY with pictures: www.curtainclean.co.nz...
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Our new 6 week course for beginners starts Monday 16th August from 6.00-8.00pm. Please register your interest to avoid disappointment.
Please make sure you are available for all 6 weeks.
Spaces are limited so email goodnewscommunitycentre@gmail.com or call the office on 850 5020 to reserve your space. We are on the corner of Dominion Rd & Breckons Ave Nawton (78 Breckons Ave Nawton).
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Enderley, here's your chance to learn watercolour techniques inspired by the famous surrealist painter Frida Kahlo. Along with painting, you can learn the basics of 3D Design, try your hands on our VR headsets or just play with some LEGO!
Starting today, we will be at Te Papanui Enderley … View moreEnderley, here's your chance to learn watercolour techniques inspired by the famous surrealist painter Frida Kahlo. Along with painting, you can learn the basics of 3D Design, try your hands on our VR headsets or just play with some LEGO!
Starting today, we will be at Te Papanui Enderley Community Centre until Friday 6 August. Checkout timings and further details by clicking on the link below. Any questions? Let us know!
Enderley, here's your chance to learn watercolour techniques inspired by the famous surrealist painter Frida Kahlo. Along with painting, you can learn the basics of 3D Design, try your hands on our VR headsets or just play with some LEGO!
Starting today, we will be at Te Papanui Enderley … View moreEnderley, here's your chance to learn watercolour techniques inspired by the famous surrealist painter Frida Kahlo. Along with painting, you can learn the basics of 3D Design, try your hands on our VR headsets or just play with some LEGO!
Starting today, we will be at Te Papanui Enderley Community Centre until Friday 6 August. Checkout timings and further details by clicking on the link below. Any questions? Let us know!
Enderley, here's your chance to learn watercolour techniques inspired by the famous surrealist painter Frida Kahlo. Along with painting, you can learn the basics of 3D Design, try your hands on our VR headsets or just play with some LEGO!
Starting today, we will be at Te Papanui Enderley … View moreEnderley, here's your chance to learn watercolour techniques inspired by the famous surrealist painter Frida Kahlo. Along with painting, you can learn the basics of 3D Design, try your hands on our VR headsets or just play with some LEGO!
Starting today, we will be at Te Papanui Enderley Community Centre until Friday 6 August. Checkout timings and further details by clicking on the link below. Any questions? Let us know!
Enderley, here's your chance to learn watercolour techniques inspired by the famous surrealist painter Frida Kahlo. Along with painting, you can learn the basics of 3D Design, try your hands on our VR headsets or just play with some LEGO!
Starting today, we will be at Te Papanui Enderley … View moreEnderley, here's your chance to learn watercolour techniques inspired by the famous surrealist painter Frida Kahlo. Along with painting, you can learn the basics of 3D Design, try your hands on our VR headsets or just play with some LEGO!
Starting today, we will be at Te Papanui Enderley Community Centre until Friday 6 August. Checkout timings and further details by clicking on the link below. Any questions? Let us know!
Budweiser Gear Frame The Shirt And Hang On The Wall Over The Bar or Man Shed
Great Collectable Or Gift
Unisex Men's or ladies.
Size: L
Large Kitchen BBQ Nylon Tongs Used A Few Times Still In Excellent Condition.
Selling As I Don't Use Them I Have Several Others.
35cm In Length
Good Quality Oven Tray great for taking food to the BBQ or just putting foil around it and use as serving tray on the table.
To large for our oven.
New Never used.
Great for that Christmas turkey, Ham or fill it with prawns...
3 Timber and Metal Wine Racks.
Selling As A Set Of 3 Only!
Great Gift Idea For That Special Wine Drinker Or Wine Collector.
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