How to Turn an Old Chair into the Perfect Garden Complement

We all know the feeling that comes from a piece of furniture overstaying its welcome. You've loved it for a while, given it plenty of use and attention, but over time, any look will inevitably start to grow tired and stale.
Rather than kick it to the curb, why not repurpose that furniture and give it a brand new life? These DIY chair planters are so easy to make and come in so many different style variations that you'll soon forget why you were bored of that chair in the first place. 
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The makers at Sew Caroline show what a dramatic transformation a coat of paint and a basket of flowers can make. Here they took a conventional dining room chair that most wouldn't give a second glance to, and brought it to life simply by cutting a hole in the seat and adding a pop of color. 
We love how the spray of wildflowers complements the turquoise and adds the perfect country garden vibe.
For a touch of romance, try a wrought iron chair painted white like this one from sacgardening.blogspot.com. The flower basket coupled with red and pink flowers add romantic elegance to this design. 
Your chairs needn't be tied to the ground like they were in their past life. Jen Bowles Design uplifted this style by cutting down the legs and mounting a pair in complementary colors. Notice how the planter boxes match in color but vary slightly in style to add aesthetic interest. 
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Plants add life to any outdoor space, but what if you are bored with the look of traditional pots and planter boxes? With some chicken wire and subtle color, this unique planter can give greenery an upgraded place to be displayed. Get the full tutorial here.
Chair planters also have an unusual knack for making the ordinary extraordinary. Try an old lawn chair to grow ground cover like this one from Balcony Garden Web. This overgrown chair is a lot more interesting than your typically pruned boxwood.
Balcony Country Web also shows how to give new life to an old chair without a coat of paint by adding an overgrown burst of flowers to a shabby chic chair for this wild country glamor.
Make this look rock by giving an old rocking chair a fresh coat of paint like this gem from Tips for Homemakers. The yellow and red color pairing add intrigue to an otherwise green landscape.
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We love this look for its simple execution and wide range of styling possibilities. Which style most closely resembles your own garden design aesthetic?