Magical Fairy Garden Planter

UPDATE: I made this Fairy Garden Planter about 10 years ago, and it’s still strong! I’ve had to occasionally replace some faded mushrooms or fix up the sign, but it’s still as cute as ever. I’ve updated the supply list since most of the original supplies were unavailable. I hope you get as much joy out of this project as I have!

Are you super int the Fairy Garden trend that’s so popular now? I don’t care if everyone and their mother are making them; I still love the sweet little gardens so much! I decided to add the whimsy of a Fairy Garden to a practical terra cotta planter so that I could still use it for flowers. This Magical Fairy Garden Planter is still adorable, but I can use it for years!

Magical Fairy Garden Planter

Materials:

• 5.5″ Terra Cotta Pot
• Mini Fairy Door
• Smooth Pebbles
• Preserved Green Sheet Moss
• Miniature Garden Tool Set
• Miniature Mushrooms
• Gorilla Glue
• Hot Glue Gun

Step One. A quick word about the supplies. There are so many Fairy Garden accessories for you, so the supply list I created above is just a suggestion. Of course, you are more than welcome to use a differently shaped door or maybe add some small flower accents. It’s totally up to your whims and desires!

Step Two. Use the Gorilla Glue to begin adhering the door and stones in place. I’m not going to lie; this step is somewhat tedious and time-consuming since you’ll have to hold each item until the glue dries. I tried several options, and Gorilla Glue worked the best, but it did take a while to set. Don’t worry; all the other steps are super easy once you’ve finished gluing!

Step Three. Once the glue has dried completely, apply a good amount of hot glue between a couple of crevices and then quickly press a small clump of moss. Continue this process until all the spaces have been filled. If you’re worried about using this pot outdoors with hot glue, use a stronger glue to apply the moss. I’ve had mine outside in triple-digit heat and haven’t had a problem yet!

Step Four. Add the final accents until you’re happy with the look. Again, I used hot glue to adhere the mushrooms, garden tools, and sign in place and haven’t had any problems. I have to tell you that the miniature mushrooms are my absolute favorite part of this Magical Fairy Garden Planter!

Step Five. The last step is to add a plant and enjoy! If you’re not planning on using a plastic insert, you’ll have to seal the inside of the pot with a couple of coats of clear sealant.

Fairy Gardens Forever

And there you have it—a super cute Magical Fairy Garden Planter that can be used with any type of plant. How cute would a variety of these pots look inside an actual fairy garden? I know what I’ll be making as soon as I have some spare time (when the kids go back to school!).