Imagine an antique milk can, once used on early winter mornings at the farm, now standing tall as a festive centerpiece.
It’s brimming with pine boughs, eucalyptus, and tiny ornaments, while a cage of fairy lights glows like fireflies dancing on a December night.
This planter is not just decoration, it’s a story of tradition meeting creativity.
Materials Needed
- 1 vintage milk can (about 24-30” tall)
- Fresh greenery (pine, cedar, eucalyptus – 15-20 stems)
- 1 wire garden globe or tomato cage
- 1 string of warm white fairy lights (50-100 bulbs)
- Ornaments or small holiday figurines (like an angel or star)
- Floral foam or sand to anchor stems inside the can
Step-by-step Guide
Step 1: Place floral foam or sand inside the milk can to create a stable base for your greenery.
Step 2: Insert the wire globe or tomato cage into the can, ensuring it sits firmly.
Then wrap the fairy lights evenly around the structure, leaving the plug end accessible.
Step 3: Arrange the greenery around the inside edge of the can, letting pine boughs cascade over the rim for a natural draping effect.
You can also mix textures with eucalyptus and spruce for variety.
Step 4: Add decorative accents like pinecones, berries, or a small angel tucked inside the arrangement for a personal touch.
Step 5: Turn on the lights and adjust the branches so they peek through the glow, creating a warm halo effect.
Note:
This planter looks stunning both indoors and outdoors.
If using outside, secure the lights and greenery with floral wire to withstand winter winds.