10-minute masterclass: Copper wire plant hangers

Copper up with this cool metallic planter

In case you hadn’t noticed, the interiors world has been going crazy for copper for some time now. Less steely than silver, less garish than gold and less, well, brassy than brass, copper has a subtlety and softness that comes from its gentle rosy hue.

Teamed with crisp whites, splashes of pink, and a generous dose of fresh green foliage, it promises a softer, sweeter take on minimalism. And if you’re looking for a place to start, look no further than this copper wire plant hanger project from Brit + Co, which, believe it or not, can be knocked up in next to no time.

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What you’ll need…

Materials:
Copper pipes
String
Jewellery wire

Tools:
Hack saw (with a fine blade)
Miter box
Ruler
Scissors
Wire cutters
Embroidery needle

For the full step-by-step instructions, head to the original post on the Brit + Co blog.

In praise of the hanging planter

There are many reasons to embrace the trend for hanging planters. For one, they make the most of that oft-neglected eye-level space.  For another, they save you valuable table and shelf space, making them ideal for smaller homes.

Make the most of their mid-air magic with a cascading plant such as an ivy or philodendron, make a statement with an explosive fern or keep things lo-fi and ultra-modern with a sleek succulent.