There`s a hole in the bucket, dear Liza, dear Liza.
Anyone else recall that song?
I learned it from Sesame Street when I was just a little tyke in the 1970’s and it was 1 of a very few kids programs on TV back then.
But anyhoo…there are no holes in the buckets I picked up from the dollar store for $2 each.
I had been looking around for some new planters for my front porch and I was so discouraged by both the prices and colour choices of what I saw.
While in the dollar store picking up some things, I saw these metal buckets for 2 bucks and thought with a little spray paint that they would be perfect.
I picked up some new spray paint colours from Walmart for $4 a can.
I decided to go with yellow to give the front porch some panache.
I spent some time trying to get those darn price tags off the buckets, but after 20 minutes, I just gave up and decided to spray right over them!
It took 4 very light coats to get the buckets fully covered.
I loved the end result… $10 for 3 bright & pretty yellow planters…not bad!
I spied these pink geraniums at Walmart for $6 each and I thought they would look fabulous in the bucket planters.
{Don’t look too close because you will notice another project to be done this summer…painting the entire front porch.}
I really love, love, love the yellow & pink together. It so bright & happy together!
And the beauty of spray paint is….next year these buckets could be painted in a completely different colour, as long as there are no holes!
Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
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I recognize that awesome Dollarama bucket! Mine got a chalkboard spray paint makeover last year and it's still going strong. Time to add another to my shopping basket!
I was checking out the $4 Spray Paint at Walmart this week, too and was surprised to find that Krylon now sells their own version of Oil-Rubbed Bronze. I put it back because I only have plastic planters and it wasn't for plastic . . . but now, you've given me ideas!
The yellow and fuschia combo looks amazing (and even if it's chippy, the porch colour is fabulous as well). I hope to get some window boxes planted this weekend but there's a outdoor water ban on in my city right now 🙁
Have an amazing weekend, Angie!
Great idea! I have never thought to spray paint them.
Have a great weekend!
Oh! I really like that zingy yellow colour! I never thought to buy my spray paint at Walmart – and for $4.00 too! I have some clean paint cans at home. I may just treat them like you did and add to my planter collection. By the way – did you drill holes in the bottom for drainage??
Love the yellow and pink together, Angie! Perfect for a Summer look. Love the price, too!
I love the yellow and pink together too! So pretty and happy looking! This is a project I could actually do. Not saying I'm going to…;)
It looks great Angie! I love the yellow against the blue porch {and I actually like the chippiness of the porch!} Have a great weekend!
Jenn 🙂
Oh my gosh, you just made me laugh because I remember that song from Seasme St. It was an old "muppet" couple in rocking chairs singing the "Dear Liza" bucket song!! Too Funny! See, I knew we were meant to be friends : ) Anyway… I love these buckets. What a cute idea. Treasures can always be found at the dollar store! I love the color yellow you painted them – so cheery!!! And they look so pretty with the geraniumns.
Danielle xo
Beautiful! What a lovely DIY! Have a gorgeous weekend, Kellie xx
Very cute Angie. I love the yellow and pink together, with the blue (at least it looks blue) of your step.
Very cute — isn't it crazy what they want for these kind of containers in the stores?! Yours are fantastic — great color combination with the yellow buckets and pink flowers!
This is great! We used to sing that song in music class all the time when I was a kid. 🙂 And LOVE the color. Yellow and blue, I'm seeing everywhere… maybe that is why it stuck in my head to redo my living room using those colors. Lol.
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Jessica
I adore your yellow buckets! They are so welcoming, and full of bright pink flowers, fabulous 🙂
Tanya
Super cute! The yellow adds such a fun contrast to the flowers! Very cheery!
Love the bright color! Looks like I need to hit the dollar store!
Love them!! good old spray paint always works wonders
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Love the bright pop of color. I have been shopping for planters and they are way too expensive. Love what you did here!
What a fantastic idea! I love this thrifty alternative. Megan
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I love the yellow buckets and the pink geraniums are perfect in them! Thanks for stopping by and visiting my blog 🙂
those yellow buckets are so nice!
you are a big inspiration!
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I totally am in love with them! It is spring is a summery bucket!
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These bucket planters turned out so cute!! I love the yellow paint color you chose. It looks so cute with the pink flowers. We appreciate you linking up with us!! It's so fun to see all of the great ideas and recipes! We hope to see you back again soon! -The Sisters
That is really nice. Perfect for spring/summer
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Love the bright and cheery color!
I remember that song. And those buckets could have holes and I would still put them on my porch! I love the bright pops of color 🙂
Thanks for linking to the party and making me smile today!
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karianne
I love an unexpected thrifty find, and that yellow paint is the perfect finishing touch!! Thank you for linking up at our party! 🙂
Karah
I would say you created some serious panache with your Dollar Store spray painted buckets and WalMart pink geraniums! Love everything about this!
… and so very happy you shared at our Great Outdoors link party!
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Linda
These bucket planters are so cute! Great job!
Hello wonderful friend! I just wanted you to know that I featured your painted buckes today! Thanks for linking up this incredible project!
Have a blessed and wonderful day!
karianne
oooops! I meant buckets 🙂
"There's a hole in the bucket, dear Liza, a hole!"
I LOVE your bucket project, it is perfectly delightful! I need to do that on my front porch, it desperately needs something! The pink geraniums are gorgeous, I am going to see if they have them at my Wal-mart.
Have a good day.
Hugs, Cindy
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Your bucket planters look beautiful!
Would love if you stopped by my party to link up!
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These are absolutely darling! I love metal buckets for just about anything but I never thought of painting them. What a great idea!
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I truly like to reading your post. Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a nice information.
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Such a pretty color combination! You've given me an idea…
These are lovely! These kinds of crafts are my absolute favorite. So easy and colorful!
oh i love the yellow and pink too! Cute!
oh i love the yellow and pink too! Cute!
love the bright yellow against pink flowers! (great idea)
Ingrid
I am in love with the color. Great job! This is such an awesome post. I would love it if you would share this post at our WIW linky party. Hope you can join us!
Paula
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O.M.G…..how cute are these!!! I've been wanting more pots but am in the same place you were. I just don't want to spend the money! Here's the perfect, cute solution!! Thanks so much! ~Zuni
These (and your porch) are so perfect for summer, Angie! I'm including links back to your posts in the Fun in the Sun highlights! Thank you so much for participating! 🙂
Love the yellow. Thanks for this great idea.
Love it! What a great idea!
Pretty! I love how the yellow really does "pop!". I am looking for some planters for the front porch, I'm really hoping to score some great "end of season" deals…cause i'm with you…those prices are terrible!
Kylie
Super cute! I love metal buckets for stuff like this! Thanks for linking up to The Creative Collection!