Easy project- how to repot your house plants

I was in the store today where I bought some pretty glazed pots and soil so I could repot some of my house plants into larger containers. When I checked out, the cashier mentioned that she had plants she knew needed to be put into bigger pots but she wasn't sure how to do it.

It dawned on me that maybe there were some folks out there who might be scared to repot for fear they'll do something wrong and kill the plant.

It's really pretty easy. First off, I assume you have a plant in need of a larger home. If you plant has stopped growing or if you can see roots poking out, it's time to upgrade.

When shopping for your new pot, make sure you only go up 1 size. Also, make sure that there is an adequate drainage hole in the bottom of the pot.

When you get your pots home, scrub them with hot water to get them good and clean. While they're drying, you should water the plants that are ready to be repotted and let the water drain out of them fully. (Wait 20-30 minutes)

In the bottom of each pot, place a single layer of small rocks or gravel (I used some clean beach stones that I've had accumulating in jars in my studio)

Next, add a layer of potting soil and then saturate it using a spray bottle.

Remove the plant (with its root ball intact) from it's current pot. If the roots are tightly bound together, loosen them gently with your fingers

Place the plant into its new container. Fill in around the plant with more potting soil.

The new soil level should be about 1/4" over the existing root ball; about 1/2" from the rim of the new pot. Be sure to press the soil in firmly so it doesn't settle later. Spray down the new soil layer with more water and you're done!

These babies are looking lovely in their new digs!

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Work In Progress Wednesday

I am debating trying to start up a link party. I figured there are a lot of parties out there for folks who make things and decorate and whatnot, but I don't believe I've come across one that shows off things people are currently working on.
(edit: I Googled it and apparently there are some folks out there who DO do this, but I didn't see any in linky form and it wasn't any blogs I am familiar with)

Being the multitasker that I am, I often have my brush in about 10 different pots of paint at the same time. And with that, there comes lots of unfinished -or works in progress- pieces.

I figured that not only will it justify for me that I'm not the only one who's always got something brewing, but it will also give myself and others the chance to ask for feedback, suggestions, cheering on- whatever we need to help us get the job done.

So while I'm mulling over whether this will work as a weekly party (and please comment to let me know what you think!) I'll leave you with my current Work In Progress...

I mentioned in my post on Monday, that I'd found these two headboards while out thrifting last weekend.
My plan is to paint them white (don't hate on me for painting wood- these are in bad shape and a refinisher I am not!) and then they're going into the little boys' bedroom.

We're getting rid of their bunkbeds. They're SO overwhelming in the small space.

Now here's where I'd like some suggestions.

I've cleaned and sanded them
and primed them

I've bought Rustoleum Gloss Pure White spray paint to cover them.

Do I distress or not distress? I'm not a big fan of the more feminine, heavily distressed shabby chic look and these ARE for a boys' bedroom- however, since they're bound to become slightly distressed on their own anyway just living in that room, should I give them an understated-but-intentional "scuff" here and there?

The walls are going to go this nautical blue color (Glass Sapphire), the trim and closet door will be Pure White (I used Behr's color preview tool on their website to show you an image with the wall and trim colors)

The bedspreads will be a plaid quilt with fairly traditional boy colors- similar to this one from PB Teen


So let me know what you think! Crisp white on the headboards or distressed?!

And don't forget to chime in on my idea for the weekly party too. Thanks! :)

Linking up to Junkin Finds Friday at A La Carte

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February's Top Droppers, Thank You!

Sparkle: Sparkle is the author of two cat-to-cat advice books (no humans!), has her own Muse Medallion-winning calendar and is one of the original cat bloggers - she has been blogging since January, 2003!
BeadedTail: Antics of two cats and a dog! Plus, we make jewelry for animal lovers with proceeds benefiting animal charities! We're making tails wag one bead at a time!
my kids are my world: This is a blog about my life as a wife and mother of three kids, who are, obviously, my world
The Sewing Mom: Personal blog showcasing my fabric creations. I also talk about family, friends, hobbies, cooking and daily life
The Beadings and Buttons of Randomcreative: I chose my username because I have always enjoyed making random creative projects using all different colors and materials. I opened my Etsy shop on Halloween of 2008.
bethere2day: A personal blog about anything and everything, fun, humour, randomness and rants.
First Door on the Left: Democrat surviving in Texas. Barely. (Entrecard ads are always displayed above the first fold!)
Life and Style: Tips, News, and Information about Lifestyle
MC ASOC AUTOS: Motorcycle, Car, Automotive About us This Blog for those who are acronymically inclined, is alive because some of today�s top Web designers needed a place to drool and bitch about their motor vehicle obsessions. We won�t always talk about cars of course. Sometimes we will talk about trucks. Or motorcycles. Perhaps a motor-powered bicycle at some point as well. more... About This Blog for those who are acronymically inclined, is alive because some of today’s top Web designers needed a place to drool and bitch about their motor vehicle obsessions. We won’t always talk about cars of course. Sometimes we will talk about trucks. Or motorcycles. Perhaps a motor-powered bicycle at some point as well.
Small Town Mommy: Small Town Mommy chronicles my day-to-day life. I share my thoughts with my readers, hopefully make someone laugh, and ask for advice. Stop by and get to know me and my family and friends, here in our small town.

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