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Karen's Air Plant DIY

Updated: Jul 25, 2019

When Mina and Karen took their fifth renovated home on East St. from a crammed cluster of rooms to an open floor plan, they were left with an opening in the kitchen to the stairway that was begging to be utilized. Inspired by a recent visit to her mother’s home where she had uncovered her father’s chemistry set, Karen decided that focal point with glass, light, metal and plants was exactly what the house needed. She settled on using the vintage chemistry set to create a whimsical hanging plant light to fill the blank space. 



This DIY was rather sentimental for Karen, as she had fond memories of her father using the chemistry set to explore many hobbies, including distilling alcohol in his workshop. “Creating this made me feel like I was back with my dad in his workshop watching him do something-- anything. I loved hanging out with him,” said Karen. 



Karen chose the plant pothos for the project because this type of plant is not only beautiful and playful, but it will grow happily in low-light conditions. She also selected copper,  battery operated string lights for the project that introduced a light, yet industrial feel to the project. 

For those who wish to try this project at home, Karen recommends to use 110 volt lights instead of battery operated lights for optimal lighting scenarios. She also suggest using globes that have a lip because it creates a better grip for hanging the items.

58 Comments


Unknown member
Mar 30

This DIY project sounds super cool! Love how Karen is blending memories with creativity. Also, check out this neat tool for turning ideas into music—might be fun for a themed project or two. https://texttosong.ai/

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Unknown member
Feb 18

The step by step breakdown of Karen’s air plan DIY project makes the entire process feel achievable and motivating. I appreciate how you shared practical details without overcomplicating the instructions. While reading, I was reminded of a home improvement feature on https://searenovation.com/ that also emphasized realistic planning and creativity. This post stands out for its clarity and the confidence it gives readers to start their own projects.

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Unknown member
Feb 18

Your explanation of Karen’s DIY air plan feels practical and motivating for anyone tackling home projects. The step by step insights make the process approachable rather than overwhelming. I recently came across a creative home improvement discussion on https://www.whirlwell.net/ that also highlighted planning strategies from another angle. This post stands out because it balances inspiration with realistic guidance, which readers attempting similar projects will truly value.

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Feb 17

Your breakdown of Karen’s DIY air plan project is both practical and motivating for anyone tackling home improvements. The step by step explanation makes the process feel achievable without overwhelming readers. I recently came across a creative project discussion on https://www.carsoup.com/ that also emphasized clear planning before execution. This post stands out because of its honest insights and realistic expectations, which make the transformation feel authentic and relatable.

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Jan 28

Your DIY guide was very easy to follow and full of useful tips. I appreciate how you made each step clear and approachable for all skill levels. I came across a related discussion on a review blog recently that offered another perspective on simple but impactful projects. It reminded me how attention to quality and detail, similar to what you see at https://www.gourmetgiftbasketstore.com/, can elevate everyday experiences.

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