Woman Upcycles A Vintage Jewelry Box Into A Beautiful Planter

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links.

It's always fun to introduce a touch of whimsy into your space with a plant DIY project. This suggestion from TikTok creator jedijewels, in particular, exudes a vintage flair while also bringing in some greenery. By turning an old-fashioned jewelry box into a planter, the DIYer achieves an adorable outcome that looks straight out of a fairytale. Plus, it requires minimal effort and expense to produce. All she did was insert a plastic liner and some insulation inside the jewelry box's drawers before adding her plants.

If you're keen to recreate this stylish design project, you'll need to start by sourcing your own vintage jewelry box. For a look similar to jedijewels', look for one with a flip-open top and a series of drawers. You might be able to find the right look at your local thrift store, but if not, the vintage section on Etsy is always a safe bet. The FoundByTheBay Wooden Jewelry Box Chest is one example — it has slightly deeper drawers, with the added benefit of a mirrored lid, which will create the illusion that your plants are even more plentiful. Other than that, you'll need a plastic liner to prevent the drawers from rotting once the plants are introduced. While she doesn't specify what she uses, something like this Flpmix Waterproof Cabinet Shelf Liner from Amazon will do the trick. Also, pick up a coconut liner sheet, like the Sunyay Natural Coco Liner, along with some nursery pots and scissors.

You'll first want to remove the compartment liners inside the jewelry box. If they're glued in place, try using a hairdryer to loosen the adhesive and pry the lining off with tweezers or a scraper. You can then insert your plastic liner. Make sure to cover every surface, paying special attention to the corners to create a tight seal. Next, it's time to use the coco liner. Cut it to fit the specific dimensions of your jewelry box drawers and add it to each compartment. Once your box is plant-ready, simply nestle your nursery pots into place and fill them with the flora of your choice. The original creator also mentions that she glued everything together to keep it secure, which seems like a tip worth following.

When it comes to choosing your indoor plants, you'll want to go with smaller cuttings that don't require too much space to spread out, as your jewelry box planter is a little limited. Some recommendations for plants that do well in small pots include the nerve plant, philodendron, and the appropriately named inch plant, whose distinctively purple and green striped leaves will add a pop of color to your planter. If you want to go for a more whimsical, fairytale-like look, the frilly blue star fern and bird's nest fern make good choices. Alternatively, if you want to contrast the vintage jewelry box with something a bit more contemporary, succulents and cacti do well in small spaces, too.