Thrifty Vintage Planters – Springtime Plants

Thrifty Vintage Planters - Springtime Plants

Hello sweet Friends! As we (thankfully) approach springtime,  I thought I would show you some of my thrifty planters using my vintage treasures! I also picked up a new houseplant. A potted shamrock plant known as, Oxalis regnellii.  I mean, it was for the purpose of this post, I pretty much had too! 😉 If you’d like to learn more about this sweet plant you can see the care tips here —->  How To Grow A Potted Shamrock Plant

Before I talk all about thrifty vintage planters and springtime plants, let’s learn a little more about my wonderfully creative and thrifty team.

Thrifty Style Team

Thrifty Style Team

The Thrifty Style Team is hosted by  Julie over at Redhead Can Decorate. Each month the TST will be sharing inspiring and thrifty projects,  you can find the whole team and all of the links to their projects at the end of my post.  Here is a sneak peek, so many amazing  projects, right?!

Thrifty Vintage Planters - Springtime Plants

Now let’s have a peek at what I’m up to for March.

Vintage Treasures

Thrifty Vintage Planters - Springtime Plants

I found this antique lined leather drawstring collar-bag while out thrifting. I didn’t know what it was at first but I loved that it was leather, the colour and texture are simply spectacular.  It was exciting to find out what this leather bag was  actually used for, in case you don’t know either, here’s a little history.

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1827 is the year that it is believed a lady called Hannah Montague invented the detachable collar. It is documented that she used to cut the collars off her husband’s shirts to wash them before sewing them back on. A local businessman from her town in Troy, New York was delighted with her innovative idea and decided to take the idea to market, starting with local residents. Rather than sewing the collars back into place a new technique where the collar is attached to the shirt by a pair of studs. This new easy on and off, attach and detach technique would mean the Gentlemen’s collars always looked white, fresh, clean and cardboard like. – History of the Detachable Collar

 Cool, Right? That darling leather bag used to carry gentlemen’s collars, and now I think it’s just perfect for my new shamrock plant.  😉

I found this droopy plant baby in the grocery store, a whopping 5 dollars. So far this project is costing me less than 10 dollars. Thrifty and adorable!

I cleaned the leather up, fixed the split seams then I added a plastic tray to catch any water, I want to protect that silk lining.  And now, this little vintage treasure has found a whole new life, what do you think?

Thrifty Vintage Planters - Springtime Plants

I love it!

Thrifty Vintage Planters

Some of the other ways I love to use my thrifty vintage as planters.

Thrifty Vintage Planters - Springtime Plants

Crocks hold plants so perfectly, I’ve never met a crock I didn’t like.  Of course vintage planters are a must when I ‘m out hunting.

Thrifty Vintage Planters - Springtime Plants

If you’ve been here before you know vintage is my obsession. Plants are a really close second to that and when I can put them together, I’m a happy lady! This pothos propagation looks completely lovely nestled in some vintage terracotta pots.

Thrifty Vintage Planters - Springtime Plants

This corner is a perfect place for plants, a bright (indirectly lit) corner in our kitchen. The contrast of that leather against the library card cabinet is perfect. I am also obsessed with the vintage hanging egg basket, adding an antique bowl and a plant, I mean need I say more?

Spring Vignettes

Thrifty Vintage Planters - Springtime Plants

You really can’t have a spring vignette without our little feathered friends.

Thrifty Vintage Planters - Springtime Plants

While out thrifting I came across a batch of books.  I love the teal colour on the spine of this Readers Digest, the fact that it says Spring 1953… it fits this vignette like a puzzle piece.

Thrifty Vintage Planters - Springtime Plants

A sweet little depression glass cake-stand is also a perfect vintage piece to add to this spring vignette, creating levels is one of my favourite ways to add visual interest.

Thrifty Vintage Planters - Springtime Plants

Adding spring colours really starts to set the mood.

Thrifty Vintage Planters - Springtime Plants

I almost didn’t join in with the TST this month…

A Lovely Friend

Beautiful Paula Skulina

Since the last time you were here the, Thrifty Style Team lost a wonderful friend, Paula Skulina. Paula’s blog, Sweet Pea with Paula Skulina has always been a true motivation for me.  Her work ethic, her supportive nature, her kindness were unmatched. Always the teacher, she taught all of us in the blogging community many countless and invaluable things. Her tenacity and energy in fighting her cancer was a true inspiration. The fact that she NEVER gave up, fighting and blogging until she couldn’t any more, made me feel like this post, as simplistic as it is, had to be done… not because it’s an earth shattering post but because, Paula would have wanted all of us to keep on keeping on. I am so grateful for her friendship and her kindness, to have known her, even virtually was to admire her. She will be missed, so very much! xo

March’s TST Projects

Thank you for joining me here this month, I truly hope you will find some Springtime inspiration from my friends.

Redhead Can Decorate – 3 Simple No-Sew Home Decorating Ideas Using Fabric

Our Crafty Mom – Bumble Bee Craft Spring Floral Mason Jar 

DIY Beautify – Salt Dough Rabbit Ornaments for Spring

 Postcards from the Ridge – 3D Paper Egg Ornaments

2 Bees in a Pod – Stamped Eggs for Spring

Vinyet Etc. – It’s me

The Tattered Pew – 5 Thrifty, Chic and Simple Spring DIY Projects

Lora Bloomquist Create and Ponder – 7 Ideas for Decorating the Tops of Armoires, Bookcases (and any tall furniture)

My Family Thyme – An Easy Side Table Makeover With Fusion Mineral Paint

Cottage On Bunker Hill – Inspired Antique Brass Planter

The How-To Home – DIY Hand Stamped Napkins

Songbird – Easy Fresh Flower Spring Wreath

Amy Sadler Designs – Easy DIY French Country Table Runner

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8 Comments

  • Reply Mary Beth March 11, 2022 at 9:39 am

    What a wonderful story and a fabulous use of the collar bag. The leather looks like it is in an amazing condition…and I am jealous of your plant displays. So beautiful.

  • Reply Angie @ Postcards from the Ridge March 11, 2022 at 10:30 am

    I always love seeing your projects and getting a sneak peek into your home. Your styling and collections have me drooling, as usual! Love the way you repurposed that leather bag, and all your other planters. Beautiful, sweet friend!

  • Reply Cindy March 11, 2022 at 1:55 pm

    Your tribute to Paula was just perfectly said my friend! She would have wanted us to carry on! I love your vintage treasures and you have the BEST ideas for displaying them! Your pots and bowls and oh my, that leather vintage collar satchel are all so amazing! thanks for always inspiring me! I’m off to plant my pothos that has been sitting in water for too long 😉

  • Reply Lynne Zemaitis March 13, 2022 at 8:36 pm

    Laurie, I how you repurposed the leather bag as a planter. So creative! Your plants, planters, and treasures are absolutely amazing! I am so happy to connect with you!

  • Reply Jennifer Howard March 14, 2022 at 1:04 pm

    Well said about Paula. I tear up whenever I think about her. She was such a wonderful and supportive blogging friend.

  • Reply Julie March 14, 2022 at 5:15 pm

    I have never heard of these collars either! How interesting, and what a neat repurpose. I bet you the shamrock plant will bring you good luck…I need one! I am very happy you joined us this month. Your tribute to Paula was beautiful!

  • Reply Kelly March 15, 2022 at 7:26 pm

    You my friend have a gift for styling and collecting! I loved seeing all of your vintage planters and ideas. Thank you for the inspiration! Pinned!

  • Reply Michelle James March 20, 2022 at 6:23 pm

    I loved your tribute to Paula. She was an inspiration to so many. I always look forward to seeing your vintage decorating ideas and absolutely love the sweet spring vignettes. Thank you so much for sharing. Happy spring.

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