{Wordless Wednesday} My New Plant Labels

DIY Plant Markers {Blog Love}

My little seedlings are almost ready for planting on, but sadly, I am at a loss as to the best place to plant them since my DIY plant markers made from old shampoo bottles ended up a blurry mess.  (The marker pen turned out to be simple felt tip, and no match for my eager watering!)  Here are some MUCH better ideas, courtesy of some of my favourite gardening blogs.

Hand paint some rocks. Especially ideal for me since I have a habit of picking up nice looking rocks on our walks.   Via http://whimsy-girl.blogspot.com/2008/07/rock-on.html

These are super simple! You can buy blank lollypop sticks in most craft shops... or just use the project as an excuse to slurp away on your favourite ice lolly in summer.  Via http://blog.imaginechildhood.com/imagine-childhood/2009/05/rainy-day-any-day-plant-markers.html

How cute are these?  A bit more labour intensive than other ideas, but lovely to get your child involved. Via http://lobstermonkey.typepad.com/my_weblog/2009/04/garden-markers.html

These are one of my favourites, however the orange juice containers that they used aren't that common in the UK.   (You can find the twist-and-pop dough containers in some bigger supermarkets.)  Via http://lobstermonkey.typepad.com/my_weblog/2009/04/garden-markers.html

These aluminium markers were made with recycled drinks cans.  Yay!  I love my recycling.  I have some lovely pinking shears and paper die cut punches, so I think I can do something really pretty with this idea. Plus I like the fact there is no paint or pen involved, thereby cutting down on chemical use.  Via http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-durable-plant-markers/

These lovely corks were shared from Shine Your Light Blog

Got an idea I missed?  Share in the comments. :)