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May 28, 2020 · 50 Comments

How To Make Garden Dish Flowers

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When Hometalk asked me to create garden dish flowers for Hometalk TV, I was so excited! These are super easy to make, no drilling required, you can use repurposed or thrift store dishes, and they look great in your yard!

When Hometalk asked me to create garden dish flowers for Hometalk TV, I was so excited! These are super easy to make, no drilling required, you can use repurposed or thrift store dishes, and they look great in your yard!

I washed the dishes I picked up from a thrift store, removed the labels, and then wiped them down with rubbing alcohol.

I washed the dishes I picked up from a thrift store, removed the labels, and then wiped them down with rubbing alcohol.

I used Apple Barrel Multi-Surface paint for this project. I painted the petals onto the back of the plate and let that dry completely. Make sure to read the back of the bottle for cure times.

I used Apple Barrel Multi-Surface paint for this project. I painted the petals onto the back of the plate and let that dry completely. Make sure to read the back of the bottle for cure times.

Next I painted the desert dish that would go on top of the plate. I painted the bottom of the dish, and then painted more petals onto the side of the dish.

Next I painted the desert dish that would go on top of the plate. I painted the bottom of the dish, and then painted more petals onto the side of the dish.

I used E6000 and glued the dessert dish to the plate. You could use silicone as well.

I used E6000 and glued the dessert dish to the plate. You could use silicone as well.

I used a serving fork for my stem so that it would be strong enough to hold the dish. I E6000 glued the fork to the back of the dish and let that dry completely.

I used a serving fork for my stem so that it would be strong enough to hold the dish. I E6000 glued the fork to the back of the dish and let that dry completely.

Once they're dried (and again make sure to check the cure times), place them outside to enjoy! You can see more of my dish flower creations here - https://chascrazycreations.com/garden-flowers-made-from-dishes/

Once they’re dried (and again make sure to check the cure times), place them outside to enjoy! You can see more of my dish flower creations here – Easy Dish Flowers

When Hometalk asked me to create garden dish flowers for Hometalk TV, I was so excited! These are super easy to make, no drilling required, you can use repurposed or thrift store dishes, and they look great in your yard!

Click the video below to see me create these – (as seen on Hometalk TV)

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  1. blankSara says

    May 28, 2020 at 6:30 am

    Nice idea to embellish any garden and such an easy project too!

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    • blankChas says

      May 28, 2020 at 8:03 am

      Thank you Sara – I have a lot of fun decorating my yard as my home.

      Reply
  2. blankMary says

    May 28, 2020 at 6:31 am

    Adorable! I love you new dish garden! 🙂 Happy to by hopping with you today and happy gardening ♥

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    • blankChas says

      May 28, 2020 at 8:03 am

      Thank you so much Mary, I’m thrilled you like it. I love decorating my yard as much as my home.

      Reply
  3. blankLiberty says

    May 28, 2020 at 7:24 am

    Hi Chas,
    I love seeing glass garden flowers. I’ve collected some dishes, but I have yet to make my own.

    Liberty

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    • blankChas says

      May 28, 2020 at 8:04 am

      Thank you Liberty, I’m thrilled you like them. Once you start making them, you’ll never look at thrift store dishes the same 🙂

      Reply
  4. blankTerrie Tipler says

    May 28, 2020 at 7:48 am

    The flowers are so adorable. Each one has it’s own character. LOVE IT! Thanks for sharing.

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    • blankChas says

      May 28, 2020 at 8:05 am

      Thank you Terrie, they’re fun to make. I’m enjoying decorating my yard as much as my home.

      Reply
  5. blankJenna says

    May 28, 2020 at 8:00 am

    How cute are these!! I love to have funky flowers to stick in my planters when I don’t have real flowers, and no maintenance! Very clever!!

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    • blankChas says

      May 28, 2020 at 8:06 am

      Thank you very much Jenna. I agree with you – nice to have especially in between flowers blooming. I love decorating my yard as much as my home.

      Reply
  6. blankAndrea says

    May 28, 2020 at 8:48 am

    These turned out so cute! You are so good on video. This would make a great gift, wish I had seen it before Mother’s Day. How do you come up with so many ideas?

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    • blankChas says

      May 28, 2020 at 9:11 am

      You are just so sweet Andrea. You’re right, they would make a great gift 😉 Thanks for crafting with me 🙂

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  7. blankMichelle says

    May 28, 2020 at 11:07 am

    I love the whimsy of this project! Your dish flowers are adorable!

    Michelle
    mybijoulifeonline.com

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    • blankChas says

      May 28, 2020 at 11:26 am

      Thank you so much Michelle – I’m thrilled you like it 🙂

      Reply
  8. blankBarbara at Mantel and Table says

    May 28, 2020 at 12:00 pm

    Oh these are so cute Chas! I’m echoing Andrea’s question – how do you come up with these things!? 😉 Thanks for the great video too! Take care in your cute garden! 💗

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    • blankChas says

      May 28, 2020 at 12:30 pm

      Thank you so much Barbara, you are so kind. This is my low maintenance garden, I definitely have my high maintenance one too 😉

      Reply
  9. blankCynthia says

    May 28, 2020 at 12:22 pm

    Those are so cute and perfect for any yard.

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    • blankChas says

      May 28, 2020 at 12:30 pm

      Thank you so much Cynthia, I appreciate it – great crafting with you.

      Reply
  10. blankCarol@BlueskyatHome says

    May 28, 2020 at 12:45 pm

    Such an interesting and different project, Chas. Yard art is really cool. Thanks for the idea.

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    • blankChas says

      May 28, 2020 at 12:45 pm

      Thank you Carol, I do love decorating outside as much as inside 🙂

      Reply
  11. blankChloe says

    May 28, 2020 at 12:57 pm

    Chas, these are so adorable! Painting is not my strong suit and I would sure like to improve my painting skills. What a great way to add a fun pop of color to your garden! Thanks so much for hopping with us!!

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    • blankChas says

      May 28, 2020 at 3:00 pm

      Thank you so much Chloe, I love these flowers because they’re easy to care for and are still in bloom when my other flowers aren’t. Thanks for a great blog hop.

      Reply
  12. blankRachelle says

    May 28, 2020 at 2:00 pm

    Chas, you have so much creative energy! I marvel at all the crafts you come up with. These garden dishes are so cute and would make any flower bed extra special.
    Hugs,
    Rachelle

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    • blankChas says

      May 28, 2020 at 3:01 pm

      Thank you so much Rachelle, I’m thrilled you like them. I love to decorate outside as much as inside 🙂 Hugs back friend.

      Reply
  13. blankJoanne says

    May 28, 2020 at 2:28 pm

    Those turned out great! Thanks for sharing with us at Encouraging Hearts and Home. Pinned.

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    • blankChas says

      May 28, 2020 at 3:01 pm

      Thank you so much Joanne, thanks for a great party – see you next week too.

      Reply
  14. blankMarie says

    May 29, 2020 at 8:44 am

    Very cute yard art idea, Chas! I like your clever use of a BBQ fork for the stem.

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    • blankChas says

      May 29, 2020 at 12:30 pm

      Thank you so much Marie, I tried skewers but they don’t always have enough strength.

      Reply
  15. blankCecilia says

    May 30, 2020 at 10:09 am

    Chas, I adore repurposed dishes in the garden, and your plate flowers are the cutest! It is a pleasure to join you for the hop. Blessings, Cecilia @My Thrift Store Addiction

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    • blankChas says

      May 30, 2020 at 10:20 am

      Thank you so much Cecilia! I enjoy your work and it was so great crafting with you friend!

      Reply
  16. blankTracy Albiero says

    May 30, 2020 at 4:05 pm

    I love that you paint them. I have seen them with dishes just as they are. This is the first time I have seen someone paint them. Great idea. Thanks for linking up with #trafficjamweekend ~Tracy

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    • blankChas says

      May 30, 2020 at 4:07 pm

      Thank you and yep – I’ve done it both ways. What I love are that both are easy flowers to care for 😉

      Reply
  17. blankcreativejewishmom/sara says

    June 2, 2020 at 2:37 pm

    so much fun, love it! (and making people smile when they walk by is a good thing too!) thanks so much for sharing on craft schooling sunday!

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    • blankChas says

      June 2, 2020 at 2:58 pm

      Thank you Sara, I’m thrilled you like them. I like them because they’re low upkeep too 😉

      Reply
  18. blankCrystal says

    June 3, 2020 at 4:03 pm

    I love your ideas on how to make dish gardens. So creative.
    I come to via Esme’s senior salon. My name is Crystal and my Cat’s name is Daisy Mae.
    Lovely and creative blog you got . Come visit me.

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    • blankChas says

      June 3, 2020 at 4:50 pm

      Thank you so much Crystal and thanks for stopping by. Thank you for the invite, I’ll be sure to check out your blog too.

      Reply
  19. blankKristin says

    June 3, 2020 at 9:19 pm

    Such a pretty and fun idea Chas!! This would be so fun to do with my kids or even do as a gift for their grandma’s garden! Thanks for the inspiration!

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    • blankChas says

      June 4, 2020 at 8:11 am

      Thank you so much Kristin, and I love that gift idea of having the kids help. Those are some of the best gifts aren’t they?

      Reply
  20. blankRebecca says

    June 4, 2020 at 6:26 pm

    Chas, you have such a knack for coming up with unique uses for everyday items! I loved your recent FB live where you made stuff out of thrift store finds. These garden dish flowers are so cool! What a perfect way to add interest to an outdoor space. It was fun hopping with you!

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    • blankChas says

      June 5, 2020 at 7:28 am

      Thank you so much Rebecca – thanks for joining the Live show too. I am thrilled you like it and I am enjoying your work and live shows as well.

      Reply
  21. blankMarilyn Lesniak says

    June 6, 2020 at 7:52 am

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    Thank you for sharing at #OverTheMoon. Pinned and shared. Have a lovely week. I hope to see you at next week’s party too! Please stay safe and healthy. Come party with us at Over The Moon! Catapult your content Over The Moon! @marilyn_lesniak @EclecticRedBarn
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    • blankChas says

      June 6, 2020 at 9:38 am

      Thank you Marilyn

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  22. blankAnn says

    June 6, 2020 at 5:54 pm

    These are great, Chas, and painting them makes them truly unique. Thank you for sharing at Party In Your PJ’s!

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    • blankChas says

      June 7, 2020 at 7:03 am

      Thank you so much Ann for the kind words. Thanks for a great party, and I’ll see you at the next one.

      Reply
  23. blankApril J Harris says

    June 7, 2020 at 8:10 am

    What a fun idea, Chas! your Garden Dish Flowers look just beautiful – and how cool that Hometalk TV asked to work with you! I hope this finds you and yours well. Thank you for being a part of the Hearth and Soul Link Party Community. Take care, stay safe and well, and have a lovely week ahead.

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    • blankChas says

      June 7, 2020 at 8:27 am

      Thank you so much April, I love decorating outside as much as inside. Thanks for hosting a wonderful party – I’ll see you at the next one.

      Reply
  24. blankNina Lewis says

    June 9, 2020 at 10:55 am

    I love these flowers! Such a clever idea. I ought to make a whole bunch for my garden because the wouldn’t need watering!

    I’m going to feature this at my link party on Grandma Ideas grandmaideas.com that starts tonight.

    Thanks so much for sharing!

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    • blankChas says

      June 9, 2020 at 11:42 am

      Thank you so much Nina, I’m thrilled you like them. Thanks for a great party – I’ll see you at the next one.

      Reply
  25. blankLeanna says

    June 9, 2020 at 8:42 pm

    Your crazy creations kill me Chas, I love how original this craft idea is. They are adorable and I love the big smile you have in the picture. Joyful.

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    • blankChas says

      June 10, 2020 at 7:02 am

      Thank you so very much Leanna (and thanks for the feature). I love decorating outside as much as inside 🙂

      Reply

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