Dollar Tree DIY Decor Shelves

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These DIY Dollar Tree hexagon shelves with succulent planters were the first thing I made for my bonus daughter’s dorm room makeover. It was the perfect DIY Dollar Tree decor item to start with.

I knew I wanted to add some cute shelves to the room and she loves succulents. I was excited to put the two together.

Here’s the full YouTube tutorial, or you can just keep scrolling down.

Dollar Tree DIY Hexagon Shelves With Succulent Planters Supply List

Hexagon shelves from Dollar Tree
white spray paint (They sell white shelves, but I couldn’t find them.)
wrapping paper from Dollar Tree
Contact paper from Dollar Tree
modpodge or another glue
styrofoam cups
jute twine
hot glue
succulents
tissue paper or some type of filler
cutting board
exact-o knife

Dollar Tree DIY Decor Shelves

These shelves come with cardboard backing tied on with twist ties. Start off by removing the cardboard, but don’t throw it away.

If you’re going to paint your shelves, do it now so they can dry while you’re making the backing for them.

Take the cardboard cutout and use it as a guide to cut your wrapping paper to that size. I used an exact-o knife and a cutting board.

After you’ve cut the paper down to size, adhere it to the cardboard backing. You can use modpodge or another similar type of adhesive.

Apply a thin, even layer to the cardboard using a paint brush.

Position the wallpaper over the cardboard and smooth it out, making sure you don’t leave any bubbles.

Set them aside and let them dry completely.

Once they’re dry, take your contact paper and cut a piece down that is just slightly larger than your hexagon cardboard.

Peel the contact paper up and place it on top of the wrapping paper and cardboard, leaving the extra hanging off of the edges.

Smooth it down firmly, not leaving any bubbles.

Flip the cardboard over and trim the contact paper down, leaving just 1/2″ extra.

Using your exact-o knife, go around to each point of the hexagon and cut out a notch at the corners.

fold the edges of the contact paper over, wrapping around the sides of the cardboard.

Securing The Backing In To The Shelves

Now that your shelves are dry (if you’ve painted them) you can secure the backing.

Using your hot glue gun, apply hot glue along the inside edges of the shelf. Firmly push the backing down in to it.

When I did mine, I only glued the backing to one of the sides, then flipped it over and applied the rest of the glue from the backside.

You could do it either way.

Dollar Tree DIY Succulent Planters

I already had these styrofoam cups from dollar tree. They were the perfect size to make these tiny planters out of.

Cut the top couple of inches off, leaving the bottom the height you want your planter to be.

Use your hot glue gun to secure the twine to the bottom of the cup.

Make sure to start at the bottom where the cup is more narrow. It’ll make it easier while wrapping the twine.

Glue the twine in place around the entire base of the cup, then begin wrapping it around.

Every few rows you can add a dab of hot glue to help keep the twine from slipping out of place.

When you get to the top couple of rows, glue the twine to the cup the entire way around. This will keep the twine from coming unwrapped.

Succulents In The Planters

I already had these faux succulents, but you can find them at Dollar Tree, Walmart or any other craft store.

I decided to glue them in to the planters, which you don’t have to do. This was just to keep them in place.

If you decide to do the same, just run a thick line of hot glue down the side of your planter and press the stem into it.

Add more hot glue around the sides of the stem to reinforce it.

You also don’t have to glue the planter to the shelf, but I decided to do that as well. She’ll be moving these with her to the dorm and this way everything stays attached together.

Stuff the tissue paper in to the bottom of the cup. Then you can fill it the rest of the way with rocks.

Filling it partially with tissue paper keeps it from getting too heavy.

DIY Shelf And Planter Complete

This is one of the easiest Dollar Tree DIY’s. You can customize these shelves any way you’d like to fit your decor.

I also made Dollar Tree curtain rods and some adorable Dollar Tree DIY decor mirrors for her dorm room. They are both favorites of mine.

Check out the finished shelves below, and let me know in the comments what you guys are working on! What is your favorite Dollar Tree DIY?

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Cherie

I’ve been crafting since I could walk. I built a 2 story dollhouse out of left over materials from a renovation my grandparents were doing on their rental property when I was 8. Even then I had a love for color, patterns and decor. Even if it was just Barbie sized. As an adult, I graduated from Cosmetology school and spent a decade in the hair industry. I built friendships with my clientele and mastered the art of hair color. I loved the creative side of the job. When it was time to move on from that field, I fell in to custom framing. My education in color theory helped me develop an eye for it. Over the last few years I’ve designed framing for family photos, diplomas and original pieces by artists such as Picasso and Warhol. I l love this job. During these years I’ve continued to take on renovation projects around my house, re-purpose old furniture and find economical ways to decorate. I am obsessed with power tools, it’s the only gift I ask for anymore. I spend every free moment doing these things. It is my hobby and passion. I look forward to sharing my crafts with you, seeing what you all have to share and growing in this amazing community of DIY’ers. Follow me on social media!

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Dollar Tree DIY Decor Shelves

Dollar Tree DIY Hexagon Shelves With Succulent Planters Supply List