I was recently strolling through the Target Dollar Spot (as I often do!), and I came across several blank planter pots. They had a few different colors and they were only $3 a piece. Which I thought was a steal for a little ceramic pot like that. So I came up with the idea to do a DIY funny planter label for the pot since it was so plain!
I love the black and white classic look to it. I was kind of going for the whole Rae Dunn planter vibe since I had one on my porch that broke.
This is the perfect size to replace it, and I dare say, even cuter! I love it more since I actually had a hand in making it!
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Materials Needed:
- Circut Explore Air 2 Machine
- Premium Permanent Vinyl
- Transfer Tape
- Cricut Weeder Tool
- A Blank Pot
- Cricut Scraper Tool
- Cricut Standard Grip Mat
Design Your Funny Planter Label
I just went on Cricut Design Space and searched through a few plant related items until I found one I liked. Then, I measured how big my pot was so I knew the dimensions of how big my label should be.
When you upload a pre-made design, it automatically makes it a certain size. So I had to size it down to fit my pot. Depending on how big or small your pot is, this part will vary for you.
After getting the sizing right, I printed it out on my Cricut Explore Air 2 machine. To do this, I just applied the black vinyl to the standard grip mat.
Then I printed out the design! To remove the design from the mat, slowly and carefully peel it off in a diagonal direction.
Then, to get the design ready to apply it to the pot, you need to remove the excess vinyl around the lettering. To do this, I recommend using the Cricut Weeder Tool.
This helps you keep the actual lettering on the backing, while removing the excess vinyl you don’t need.
Apply the Label to the Pot
The next step in this DIY funny planter label, is to just apply it to the pot! And to do that, you need transfer tape. Simply cut out a piece of transfer tape that is slightly larger than your label.
Then, place it over the label and use the scraper tool to smooth it across the label. You can also use a credit card as well if you don’t have the scraper tool.
Apply a good amount of pressure when scraping the transfer tape onto the label. You want to make sure it sticks to the transfer tape well. That’s how you will ultimately apply it to your planter.
Again, to remove the backing, slowly and carefully pull it off in a diagonal direction. Making sure all the lettering is sticking to the transfer tape as you pull it away.
Once you have the label all on the transfer tape, now it’s time to apply it to the pot! I just kinda eyeballed it and placed it in the center of the pot.
If you’re working with a flat surface, you can use the scraper tool again here to make sure the design fully adheres. But, this pot had a rounded shape to it, so I just used my fingers and really made sure the label was sticking well.
Finishing Up Your DIY Label
Again, very carefully peel off the transfer tape from the pot. Work slowly and make sure the lettering is sticking to the pot. If some of it comes off, no worries.
Just place the transfer tape back down and rub it vigorously until it adheres well to the pot.
After you have peeled off all the transfer tape, your DIY funny planter label is all done and ready to go!
I just love how this turned out! I did just add in a faux plant to take a picture of it, but I plan on actually using this as a planter when the weather warms up!
And if you wanna see the whole process from beginning to end, check out my reel over on Instagram as well:
There’s a good reason why I’ve had a Cricut on my wishlist for so many years! I mean, look how freaking cute this is?! I love it! And it would make such a great gift for someone as well. So creative and cute.
Thank you! Yes, you should definitely get a Cricut. They are so much fun and you can do so much with them!
This is a brilliant sticker! I love the funny theme. Thank you for sharing this!
Lauren
Thank you so much! I am so glad you enjoyed it too!
This is so cute! I love that sticker so much haha, I really want to make some of my own now – and I’m sure my mum would love some for the garden! Thanks for sharing x
Thank you! I am glad you enjoyed it! You should definitely make some too!
The choice of font for this hilarious little saying is perfect! Not only would this planter look great in any home, it would also make a lovely gift. š
Thank you, it definitely would make a lovely gift for sure too!
I love how this turned out, really nice. The choice of words is funny, great post
Thank you so much. I am glad you think so as well!
Hi Charity,
I have no idea who Rae Dunn is but I love your idea! What a great way to add a little character to your plant pots. Good stuff!
Lol thank you so much. I am so glad you think so as well!
Auwwwā¦ this looks like a DIY I would
Like to try. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you. I appreciate it!
I like the quote. We can use it to put motivational quotes and it will show the plant every time we see it. We can read it. This is a great idea.
Thank you so much
What a fun cute idea!!
Awe thank you. I am so glad you think so too!
Your planter label made me chuckle! What a wonderful idea! These would make such lovely gifts xxx
Thank you so much! They definitely would make great gifts too!
Great post! I love cute labels like these, and they add a bit of charm and fun to your home. Love this x
Thank you so much! I appreciate it
I love it! This post came just in time. Today, I published one about the health benefits of indoor plants! Thanks!!!!
Oh that is perfect timing then!
I love the idea of putting a funny label on a planter pot, that’s such a good idea! x
Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk
Thank you so much Lucy. I am so glad you think so as well!
This is such a cute idea and a great way to simply jazz up a plain pot! I love the quote š x
Thank you so much Jenny. I do too!
You are so inventive! This is very cool.
Thank you so much my friend!
haha! š Love this! How cute this is a good idea for a gift as well š Thanks for this great idea!
Thank you, it would make such a great gift idea for sure!
This came out so cute! I also love the Target dollar spot. I can never walk by without purchasing anything. Thank you for sharing!
Lol me either! It gets me every time!
This made me chuckle! A very good tutorial and I think your plant pot ended up looking far more expensive than it was! I could see that selling in a very classy shop!
Awe thanks so much! That made my day. I am so glad you think so!
Thank you for sharing this! It is so cute, I will have to try this sometime!
Thank you, you definitely should try it out sometime for sure!