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Creative Air Plant Display Idea DIY

May 18, 2021 26 Comments

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I came up with this creative air plant display idea – DIY project, when I found myself with so many air plants that they needed to be transformed into a dramatic tabletop centerpiece.

Air plants are one of my favorites plants, they are amazing for making a creative tabletop Display. Do you love these fun plants as much as I do? Let’s create a modern and impactful display that will have dimension, drama, lighting that will set the mood and gorgeous air plants. Let’s look at how to bring it all together!

This air plant exploration brought me to nirvana and pushed me to develop a creative air plant display idea!

Airplant Display from above
Air Plant and Feathers anchor the end of the display.

Have you seen how many fun shapes, colors and sizes are available in the market?

So many to choose from that I have to stop myself or I will need a room just for them!

I have thought about it! I haven’t told my husband yet.

We all have extravagant thoughts to create something special.

Another ones of my loves are succulents. I have Easy Steps to create a succulent garden. READ HERE

 Air plants displayed on towel.
Air Plants come in so many colors and shapes

This display began when a beautiful walnut cutting board cracked, after many years of use. I couldn’t just leave it in a corner and not use the wood for creating something new. Have you had anything that you just can’t let go of

This is one of mine!

I thought I should cut the wood in different size pieces and create a layered look to display air plant.

You can create this look with any scrap of wood you have in your home.

For a stunning Air Plant Wall Display, check out my post ‘STUNNING AIR PLANT WALL DISPLAY – EASY STEPS‘. READ HERE!

What will you Need?

  • Get creative and find unique pieces around your home!
    • Different types of air plants; different colors, textures and heights.
    • Fresh herbs from your garden.
    • A piece that is a vintage or meaningful item.
    • Feathers
    • Wood Blocks
    • Tea Candles with clear cup
    • Jar with different textures and colors to add a vintage look.

I found the tray on amazon and loved the different jars. That is when I decided to take it to the next level.

Creative Airplant Display Idea 3.  Original Tray from Amazon.
Amazon Tray purchased with jars. Original Display.
Creative Airplant Display Idea 4.  Wood Blocks used.
Cutting boards cut into 5 pieces.
Creative Airplant Display Idea 5.  All items used on the display.
The items used for the display.

Let’s take a look at the Materials and Wood Blocks Placing.

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Tea-Candle
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What to place the Air plants in for a creative look

The most important thing when you do a creative air plant display is to use different textures and glass sizes to bring together the story. I found this Amazon decor piece and realized that the glasses had a vintage feel and I transformed the look to be a creative air plant display.

The best thing is, no water needed!

This fact really makes for allowing for creative ways to display air plants.

I just love this about them. So much you can do with air plants!

Creative Airplant Display Idea 6.  Candles in display.
Different texture and heights of jars for a creative airplant display

For more on decorating tips, check out my post, ‘How to Decorate Kitchen Countertop’, READ HERE!

How to Frame an Air Plant Display.

There are a few important things that I followed for a creative air plant display:

Creative Airplant Display Idea 7.  Feather with large airplant at the end.
Feathers provide a great contrast to Air Plants
  • Anchor your display with taller air plants at the ends. Feathers are also a great addition.
  • Use candle light to highlight the dramatic shapes and soften them against the wood.
  • Introduce your favorite herb to soften the linear shapes.
Airplant and Herbs softening the edge of the display.
Herbs are a great way to soften the edges of the Creative Air Plant Display

If you want more detail information on air plants, check out ’10+ AIR PLANT CARE TIPS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT! READ HERE!

Display Idea with Air plant display from the left.
Herbs and Feathers anchor the ends and center of the Creative Air Plant display.

Check out my post on How to Create a Stunning Tablescape – as a Designer!

An Air plant Display can be as unique as you Dream of.

How to bring it all together your Display

A creative air plant display does not need to be complicated. You can achieve this by bringing the pieces you love the most and anchoring them on a raised surface to contain them and frame the look.

For another decorating transformation, check out my post ‘ENTRANCE TABLE IDEAS USING A DOUGH BOWL! | DIY’. READ HERE!

Now that you have the tools, go create an amazing display with your favorite air plants!

I use air plants in so many ways, but I think a table centerpiece is my favorite creative air plant display.

Tell me how you plan to display yours! Remember that this is an opportunity to incorporate pieces that have a story and create what you love most, an opportunity to tell a story.

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  1. [email protected] says

    May 19, 2021 at 4:44 pm

    Your air plant table centerpiece is gorgeous!

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  2. gardenchillmudra says

    May 19, 2021 at 4:47 pm

    Thank you so much Paula!

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  3. Kim says

    May 19, 2021 at 6:35 pm

    Wow, that is really outstanding! I am generally a flower girl, but this is so elegant!

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    • gardenchillmudra says

      May 19, 2021 at 8:30 pm

      Thank you! I love air plants because you can do so much with them! I love flowers but air plats are so fun!

      Reply
  4. Melba Dechoudens says

    May 19, 2021 at 7:23 pm

    I have been a fan of air plants for years, however, I had no idea of all decorations one could do with them, thank you.

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    • gardenchillmudra says

      May 19, 2021 at 8:30 pm

      Endless possibilities!

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    • gardenchillmudra says

      May 21, 2021 at 11:10 pm

      You got me started!!!

      Reply
  5. Carol Karl says

    May 19, 2021 at 11:10 pm

    Gosh I haven’t see air plants for years. These all look amazing.

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    • gardenchillmudra says

      May 21, 2021 at 11:11 pm

      Today you can find so many different ones! It makes it so much fun to make different creations with them.

      Reply
  6. Marie says

    May 20, 2021 at 11:57 pm

    I love how you reused the walnut cutting board. This turned out stunning! The herbs and feathers add a nice texture. Such a sophisticated way to display air plants, Melba!

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    • gardenchillmudra says

      May 21, 2021 at 11:12 pm

      Today you can find so many different ones! It makes it so much fun to make different creations with them.

      Reply
  7. Jennifer Williams says

    May 21, 2021 at 12:25 pm

    How gorgeous! I love air plants and they add so much personality.

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    • gardenchillmudra says

      May 21, 2021 at 6:19 pm

      Thank you Jennifer! So happy to hear someone else loves them as much as I do!

      Reply
  8. Diane says

    May 21, 2021 at 6:12 pm

    This is so smart! And you’re right about the candlelight highlighting their interesting shapes.

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    • gardenchillmudra says

      May 21, 2021 at 6:18 pm

      Thank you so much Diane! Candles are definitely my favorite way to create a cozy mood.

      Reply
  9. Stacey says

    May 21, 2021 at 6:51 pm

    This is SO gorgeous, Melba! I’m definitely pinning this for later. I would LOVE to one of these for my home. Thank you for the inspiration!

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    • gardenchillmudra says

      May 23, 2021 at 8:47 pm

      Thank you Stacey! So fun and simple to do!

      Reply
  10. Cindy says

    May 22, 2021 at 3:19 pm

    This is a great project. I’m generally not an air plant fan. You made an elegant setting with these!

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    • gardenchillmudra says

      May 22, 2021 at 4:25 pm

      I totally understand. Maybe I will change your mind! They are amazing, so many different types. Hope you try it and enjoy having them.

      Reply
  11. [email protected] says

    May 23, 2021 at 8:44 pm

    This is just beautiful!

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    • gardenchillmudra says

      May 23, 2021 at 9:29 pm

      Thank you so much Libbie! So happy you liked it.

      Reply
  12. Maria says

    May 26, 2021 at 8:49 pm

    I have to admit that I don’t own a single air plant but now I want to!!!!! Thanks so much for sharing your creativity. Love it:)

    Reply
  13. Jayne says

    May 28, 2021 at 9:06 am

    This is a fabulous idea, especially for someone like me who struggles to keep house plants alive!

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  14. Cindy says

    May 28, 2021 at 2:56 pm

    This is a work of natural art! Thanks for sharing! Pinning!

    Reply
  15. Danielle says

    May 28, 2021 at 6:08 pm

    Wow! I didn’t even know all of these types existed! You have displayed them beautifully!

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    • gardenchillmudra says

      May 30, 2021 at 6:57 pm

      Thank you Danielle! Yes, you can’t imagine how many are available. I go to a place here that has an amazing display of all types. Dangerous place for me! lol!

      Reply

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