UPDATE 2017: PURCHASE OUR NEW AND IMPROVED, SMALLER MONOGRAM PLANTER HERE.
Our DIY Monogram Planter has had such a positive response on Instagram and I’m so excited to share the details with you today. This initial is HUGE! 4 ft x 4.5 ft x 5 inches deep to be exact. My hubby built this and came up with the fantastic idea all on his own – yay for handy hubbies and creative minds! I cannot wait for the blooms to start growing to see this baby fill out! The options are endless – I can’t wait to decorate it with mini pumpkins and fake cobwebs for fall and have some fun things planned for Christmas. We used cedar since it is ideal for exterior projects and has great weather resistance.
Materials:
-Cedar purchased at Menards
- 1×12 cedar for the back of the letter.
- 1×4 cedar for the sides
- 1×3 cedar for the front
- 1×6 cedar for the planter slats
–18 gauge 1 3/4 brad nails (and nail gun)
–Gorilla Wood Glue (Used on all of the joints with the brads)
-Compound Miter Saw
-Flowers (We used impatiens since this is a shaded area)
Obviously the materials will vary depending on how large your initial is and what letter you will be building. Like I mentioned earlier, our K is really large so it wasn’t a cheap project. First, he built the base/backside of the K – no, he didn’t trace anything just kind of created it as he went. Some letters will obviously be more intrusive than others.
First, he made the base of the K using 1×12’s.
He used his kreg jig to piece this together as seen below.
Next, he used the 1×4 pieces of cedar to complete the sides. Yes, it’s a lot of cuts and patience. He used his compound miter saw to cut everything.
After the sides are complete, next are 1×3’s for the front pieces. Again, a lot more cuts!
Next, he completed the inside planter slats using 1×6 cedar, using brad nails to secure in place. Once the slats were complete, he drilled small holes on the bottom of each one to allow for water to drain properly.
Lastly, he hung it up by screwing it directly into the siding using extra long screws.
Next it was time to plant this baby! Since this is a fully shaded area, my options were limited as to which flowers would work in shade only. One thing I learned is don’t overpack with dirt – less is more. The first time you water them it was a bit of a mess with access dirt pouring out but they seem to be doing well so far! We only water about every three days or so since these flowers are very easy to keep alive.
And that’s it!! I know, it’s a bit complicated if you’re not comfortable using saw’s and intricate cuts but I’m beyond happy with how this turned out! And it was 100% Ryan’s idea and the best part, a new and unique idea! Like I said, your options are endless! I have been brainstorming different ideas and how cool would this monogram be displayed at a wedding filled with real or fake flowers?! Also, since this is made of cedar and our siding is vinyl so we don’t need to worry about any damage.
And here’s a little before and after….what a difference a DIY makes!
We hope you love it as much as we do! If you give it a try, be sure to share and tag me on Instagram so I can see! Username is @ellerydesigns. Happy planting!!
UPDATE JULY: This planter is growing even better than expected and here is an updated photo!
Linking up to: Tatertots & Jello, I Heart Nap Time, Lil’ Luna, Somewhat Simple, The 36th Avenue
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Could I please have the instructions to
make the letters
“C”, “G” and “L”.
Do you sell these if so i am interested in the letter K B and Z pricing please
What about the letter E
How would you make a letter B?
Can I please get the design for a letter B?
Do you have the design for an O?
I’d like to purchase an O if possible?
I’d love to purchase an R planter for our house. How much would one cost? Do you have plans to purchase?
Thanks!
Lorie
I would like an R planter plan
I would like an R as well
I’d love the plans for the letter R also please.
I’d like a N please
Would love the letter L.
How can i get a hold of the plans for all letters? Thnks
I’d like to purchase a W and a B plz
Can I have the plans for the letter B
Are these for sale?
Are these already made & if so how much do they cost ?? Asking for letter P.
Does anyone know how to do that curved parts? I have several letters that are curved.
Can I purchase a large letter S or can you send me the plans for it?
I’d also be interested in the letter S please
Great work! I would love the Dimensions for the letter R! My wife would love this.
Can you send me plans for a large L please.
I need H please
I would like instructions for the letter S please!
Would like a letter L please.
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I would like to get the W for plants to be planted in. Thank you
How do I get plans for all letters?
Could I get a Letter c design??
Thanks
I need a D please! Thanks
Please send D plans also. sjdeiure@shaw.ca
I would like the plans for all letters.
Would like instructions for a S large
How much do you charge? I would the letter T
Would love E please
I would like to get a r letter
What does it look like in the winter?? Do you put other things in there??
I think I would put Christmas balls in the trays and some green pine branches with small lights around it.
Fairy lights! pine cones . Ornaments. Tea lights. Votives. I’m brainstorming! I’m sure I’d find something cool and festive to do! I need a B or T
I love this!! Do you have plans for other letters? I’m looking for an R 🙂
I love this!! Do you have plans for other letters? I’m looking for an R 🙂
I would like the plans for a “K, A, E, and D” please and thank you 🙂
I would like instructions for a D please.
Do you have the plans for a C
I.need.a..J.
Do you have instructions for the letter H? I just LOVE the uniqueness of the monogram flower box!
Do you have info on s and j and directions thank you
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How did you go about watering them?
Do you instructions for an “A”?
I designed a P that came out real nice—i don’t see where I can post any pictures or I would
Hey I want to make a P. How did you do It ?
I’d love to see how it looks! Wanted to do one for Mother’s Day
Hi, i would love a “V” one.
I would like to purchase flower hanger with a (P) if you have them available for sale
If not available already complete. Then I would be interested in purchasing plan for the letter (P). Please reply what’s available
Thank You
Allisen
I would love plans for a couple letters. How does one go about that? Thanks,
Love this! I would really love a letter B, like this one. How much??
Hello
Gorgeous Work. Do you sell the plans or the planter boxes. I am looking for the letter “C”
Thank you,
THIS IS BEAUTIFUL I WOULD LIKE TO GET K
I would love the directions for an ‘S’!! Love your ‘K’!
Thank you 😃
Directions for S..Thanks
I would the instructions for a D. Thanks Kathy
I would LOVE instructions for a D as well!!!!
Are instructions for then D available. I was looking to see if it was available for purchase but can’t find it.
Plans for a G please.
Am interested in R, are you selling them?
I need the R
Would love to have plans to make a M & a S.
Thank you!!
I would like plans for M as well
Do you have plans for how to do a Q?? Or how much would you charge?
I need instructions for an A please.
Did they ever get back to you about plans for an “A”?
OK would like to order an S please. Please contact me with the info
I would also to know how to make a s. Thank you
I would like to have the directions for a large and small S, P and H. Thank you
Can i please have directions for a “R”.
THANKS!!!
Can you give me the directions for a W in this size? Or message me separately so I can purchase one from you. Please and Thank you!
Can you send me directions for large M. Thanks!
Need directions for W
All depends on how much room you have to put the letter. I am doing a “W” for my sister-in-law and I have to down size it to fit in between her windows.
Directions for Delta, Δ? Thank you!
Would love to know how to do a S and a G plz
would love the directions for S
This is a pretty cool idea!! Is it possible to get instructions for the letter “L” and “G”?
Hello,can you send me the directions for Σ?
Can you send me the directions for “S”?
I would love to make one.
Would love directions for a big and small F
Need help making a B. Or do you have them to purchase?
Also looking for how I would do the letter B
Do you have the letter B
Could you send me instructions on how to do an E, S, H. Thank you!!
Need instructions for a While please. Really appreciate it.
Can you please send me instructions for making a C, M, and S. I think these are beautiful, and would like to gift them. Thank so much in advance!
Could you please share how you would make a G?
How to Make a D
Would it be possible to get instructions for the letter “C”?
How would i do a a. “P”
I need directions for a p aswell please
Can you send instructions on how to make a T.
It’s so beautiful! If you put a coffee filter under each little pile of dirt, it will prevent the soil from leaking out the holes.
Could you plz send me directions on how to make the letter Z
How to make an S
I’d also like to know how to make a “S”
I also need to know how to do an S
Need the N, How to DIY
How do you do H
Do you have other letters?
How to do a G and a D
How to make a D
Also Interested in making a D
Interested in the letter w r and j
How do you make an L
how would you do a R.
I’d like to know how to make a letter R planter>
How would you do a C
Tried to attach photos but no luck.
C and O and D and G and others use the same concept……start with a square design then angle cut the corners to “round them off”. Eliminate part of the right side of the O to make a C, etc…..
I have made many for gifts!!!
Would you happen to have plans for a B John?
Love to know how to do a R please.
Ty
Any ideas on how to make a o