A truly exceptional teacher deserves a thoughtful gift that celebrates growth and learning. Why not give them something that grows alongside your child? One of those heartwarming moments is seeing their proud smiles. For our gifts, we focused on growth, so plants naturally took center stage.
DIY Recycled Book Succulent Planter
Turn old hardcovers into unique succulent planters!
You’ll need:
Recycled hardcover books, small plastic containers, tape, multi-tool, twine, succulent mix, cuttings, and decorative stones.
How to:
- Tape the book covers shut and trace around your container.
- Carefully cut out the traced section using the multi-tool (adult help needed).
- Remove the paper pieces to create a hole for the container.
- Tie twine around the book to keep it closed.
- Fill the container with succulent mix, plant cuttings, add stones, and mist with water.
- Slot the container into the book — done!
(Tip: Test on an extra book first and use removable tape.)
DIY Teacher Gift – Growing Jar
A sweet desk gift that grows!
You’ll need:
Mason or recycled jars, small stones, sphagnum moss, bark soil, coloured stones, succulent mix, twine, swing tags, glue, and decorations.
How to:
- Layer stones, moss, soil, and succulent mix in the jar.
- Add succulent cuttings, arranging by colour and height. Lightly mist with water.
- Make a swing tag with your message, tie it around the jar, and decorate.
DIY Growth-Themed Teacher Gift
Celebrate growth and learning with this simple planter!
You’ll need:
Small planter boxes, succulent soil, cuttings, decorative stones, rulers, pencils, and glue.
How to:
- Cut and glue ruler pieces around the planter.
- Fill with soil, plant succulents, and top with stones.
- Make pencil flags from leftover ruler pieces and glue them on.
- Lightly mist — water only every few days.
Succulent Planters as Gifts
Succulents make wonderful gifts because they’re low-maintenance, resilient, and look great almost anywhere. They don’t need much attention. Just keep them out of direct sunlight and give them a light mist once a week, and water the soil on hot days. Perfect for both indoor desks and outdoor spaces, they add a touch of greenery and life wherever they’re placed. If you love getting creative, check out our Christmas Craft section for more DIY inspiration and festive ideas.
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