Multani Mitti DIY Planter Ideas: Can a strong planter be made from multani mitti applied on the face? Which plants grow well in small planters? Which mistake can ruin your entire platter? Know here.
Finding a planter for plants is no less than a task, where the plants bloom well and look beautiful. Although, there are many terracotta, glass, fiber, ceramic and marble based planters available in the market, which not only look luxurious but also give amazing beauty. However, their price range is not in everyone’s budget. What to do in such a situation, this question comes in everyone’s mind. If you too are not able to buy expensive planters then there is no need to worry at all. Actually, today we have brought for you how a DIY Planter can be made from Multani Mitti to be applied on the face. If you like to plant small plants inside the house, then this method will make the work 100% easier.
Material for making planter from multani mitti
- 2 cups pebble-free multani mitti
- thick cardboard base
- White Fevicol, Hot Glue Gun
- 1 glass cement
- 1 glass water
- cutter-scissors
- paint brushes
- acrylic colors
- varnish powder
How to make multani mitti planter?
To make a planter from Multani Mitti, first cut the cardboard in the shape of your choice (round, square, or hexagonal). Now strengthen it by attaching it with the help of glue-hot glue gun. By doing this the base will be strengthened. After this, prepare a thick mixture by mixing 2 handfuls of Multani Mitti, 1 handful of white cement, Fevicol and water. Now apply multani mitti paste in the shape made from cardboard. If you want a stronger finish, you can apply layers. For designs, use leaves, brushes or coins. Now leave the plaster to dry for 24-48 hours. After complete drying it will become strong and hard.
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The plane design is kept very simple. You make it smooth by rubbing it with a sandpaper. Paint the planter with acrylic colors for a vibrant look. To keep it secure for a long time, definitely use varnish powder.
Since this DIY planter is made of multani mitti, do not fill the soil directly to plant the plant. Use plastic nursery pots instead. By doing this, water will not reach the cardboard directly and strength will be maintained. In this you can plant Jade Plant, Aloe Vera, Succulent, Fern, Cactus and other low water plants.
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Tips for making a planter
- If you are making a planter from multani mitti then do not use too much cement, otherwise the planter may become heavy.
- For greater strength, jute fiber-paper pulp can be mixed with cement.
- Do not put wet soil directly in the planter
- Make sure to use sealer for long term protection