Top 10 Hanging Plant DIYs That Look Expensive

2. Upcycled Wine Bottle Planters

Okay, confession time — I used to throw away every wine bottle after a girls’ night in. Then one day I saw a photo of a super-chic glass hanging planter and thought, “Wait… that looks just like my empty cabernet bottle.” So I decided to give it a try, and let me tell you — it was a total aha moment. Now I can’t even look at an empty wine bottle without thinking: potential plant holder.

This is seriously one of the easiest, most satisfying DIYs on this list. And honestly? The result looks so expensive, no one will ever guess your fancy new decor started as last night’s dinner wine.

What You’ll Need (Spoiler: Not Much)

Alright, here’s the deal — you don’t need a ton of supplies for this one. Just a clean wine bottle, a way to cut it (I use a candle and pliers method because I’m cheap like that), some sandpaper, and maybe a little paint or twine if you wanna get fancy.

If you’re feeling extra, grab a proper bottle cutter — it makes things smoother. But hey, I’ve done both ways and honestly, the flame and pliers trick feels kind of magical. Like science fair meets home decor. 🔥

Just be careful with the edges — they can be super sharp until you sand them down. Trust me, I learned that the hard way. Ouch.

Step-by-Step (Without Cutting Your Finger Off)

So here’s how I do it: First, I light a candle and run the flame around the neck of the bottle for about 30 seconds. Then I dunk it in cold water — boom, the top pops right off! (Okay, not always that easy, but it works more often than not.)

After that, I use coarse sandpaper to smooth out the edge. Takes like ten minutes. Once it’s safe to touch, I wash it out and let it dry. Done. That’s literally it. You now have a totally unique DIY glass planter that looks like it came from a boutique.

And if you want to hang it? Just tie some rope or macramé cord around the neck and secure it to a hook. Easy peasy.

How to Style Them Like a Pro

Now for the fun part — styling! These upcycled wine bottle planters look killer with air plants or tiny succulents. No soil needed, so cleanup is a breeze.

I like to group a few together on my kitchen windowsill or line them up on my bathroom shelf. They catch the light so nicely and add a subtle pop of green without taking over the space.

You can also wrap the neck in twine or paint the inside with frosted glass spray for a vintage vibe. I once painted the inside gold and got asked if I bought them at a high-end market. Nope — just a $10 craft store hack!

If you’re loving these creative ideas and ready to level up your DIY game even more, click the next button below — next up is something super sleek and totally modern: Concrete Planter Pods. Yep, we’re talking minimalist magic with a side of texture. You don’t wanna miss it.