How to Make Newspaper Plant Pots Using Pot Maker

Introduction

Planting your own garden is a satisfying and rewarding hobby. One way to start your garden is by planting your favorite seedlings. Instead of buying plastic pots or traditional clay pots, you can opt to create your newspaper plant pots using pot makers. Not only is it eco-friendly, but it is also a great way to recycle old newspapers.

The Materials You Need

The first thing you need is a pot maker. A pot maker is a simple tool that is used to shape the newspaper into pots. You can purchase it from your local gardening shop or online. Other materials you will need include:

Newspaper

A pair of scissors

A bucket of water

A little soil

How to Make Newspaper Plant Pots

Now that you have gathered all the materials you need, here are simple steps to follow in making your newspaper plant pots:

Cut the newspaper into long strips that are about 6-7 inches long and 3-4 inches wide.

Fill the bucket with water and soak the strips in water. They need to be thoroughly wet, so it’s advisable to soak them for approximately 10 minutes.

Take a strip of newspaper and place it on the pot maker. The strip should be lined perpendicular to the presser plate with half of it hanging over one side.

Take the hanging section of the newspaper and fold it over the presser plate. Press the strip into the pot maker until the top of the newspaper is slightly above the top of the presser plate.

Take the hanging section of the newspaper that was folded over the presser plate and fold it in on itself. Then fold the four exposed corners inward as well.

Carefully remove the newly formed pot and place it upside down on a clean surface to dry. Make sure you don't disturb it during the drying process.

Once your pots are completely dry, fill them with a little soil and your favorite seedlings.

Conclusion

Creating newspaper plant pots using pot makers is an eco-friendly and an effective way to reuse old newspapers. Not only will it save you money, but it will also add a special touch to your gardening experience. Because of its simplicity, it is also a great project for the whole family. So save the environment and start making your plant pots today!