This tiny plant sampler makes a perfect gift for a nature- or garden-loving dad. The container is a vintage metal box (old-school filing cabinet style) that I found at a thrift store for 49 cents. It is approximately 5.5 inches wide, 3.25 inches deep, 3.5 inches high when closed, and 5.5 inches high when open. Plants include creeping jenny, ajuga, and two types of succulents. This arrangement also features smooth pebbles, lichen, live moss, and a found, vintage blue floor tile for a pop of color. A small branch props the lid open.
To make the card tucked into the inside of the lid, I repurposed some stationery that I never use, simply tearing off the side with my initials. I used watercolor pencils to create the block letters. The greeting says “Happy Father’s Day,” but you could use the same idea for any special occasion.
I put together this piece as a temporary arrangement, but will watch it to see how long it is suitable as such. I used plants from my own garden, all of which are easy to propagate. After their time as an arrangement is through, the plants can be transplanted to a new home.
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