Turn Simple Metal Tins Into The Cutest Porch Decor With A Savvy DIY

Don't miss the chance to make a good impression with your front porch decorations. A front porch on its own adds curb appeal and can boost your property value, but decorating it lets you show off your personal style and makes the space even more attractive. DIY enthusiast Megan from Glue Guns & Roses proves this with a metal tin display. She decorates tin buckets from Dollar Tree, adds some hooks, and hangs them over an old wooden ladder to display assorted florals. 

What's great is how customizable this front porch display is. If you can't find the galvanized buckets at Dollar Tree, look for something similar at the thrift store. Or, get creative with other tin containers you might already have. You could reuse empty soup cans, for example. Either way, while you can hang the tins from just about anything, they look especially cute hanging from the wooden ladder used in the inspiration project. A blanket ladder you're no longer using would work perfectly.

Then, grab all of the finishing touches you'll need for the project, starting with the metal hooks. These Garden Collection Metal Hooks from Dollar Tree are cost-effective, but you can find similar products elsewhere. Choose paint for the buckets and the ladder if you want to change the color. The original creator uses twine to create hanging loops and embellishments, along with faux florals to fill the buckets. But you can adapt the decorative elements to coordinate with your porch theme. The finished product works well among other amazing farmhouse porch ideas.

First things first, prep the metal tins. The original buckets are painted white for a neutral, rustic aesthetic, but feel free to leave them metallic or paint them a bolder color. If you want more detailing, paint patterns, decoupage images, or apply vinyl lettering to the tins. Spraying the finished design with sealer helps protect your hard work from the weather elements. Once you're satisfied with the look, cover the top with twine. Again, you can choose another material, like colorful cords or strings of beads, if the twine accent doesn't fit your style. Just don't forget to glue a loop of twine or ribbon near the top of each container to act as a hanger. 

Filling the buckets is also up to your preferences. Faux florals hold up well and don't require any watering or care. In that case, glue floral foam inside the container and push the stems into it to hold your arrangement in place. Consider swapping out the fillers based on the season — think tulips in the spring, sunflowers in the fall, and pine garland with berries in the winter. Next, paint or stain the ladder, if desired. Wrapping the rungs in twine adds texture and ties it together with the look of the buckets. Meanwhile, adding string lights on the ladder gives the display a warm glow. Last but not least, slide the hooks over the rungs and position your tins where you want them to turn your front porch into a welcoming entryway.