Hold the rope firmly with one hand at the base of the metal ring to gather the strands together. Wrap embroidery floss around the base of loop around the metal ring. Wind the floss tightly around all strands until the windings are about 2" (5 cm) long. Tie off the loose ends with a simple, sturdy knot. You can further strengthen this by adding a layer of transparent glue.
The overhand knot is relatively simple. Form a loop with your two strands of rope and feed the loose ends of the strands through the loop. Pull the ends tight, and the knot is tied. Continue tying knots to connect neighboring strands at 2 feet (. 61 m) below your metal ring. In total, there should be four knots.
The base of your pot will rest in the knotted portion of your rope. If it looks like the planter may not fit, untie your knots and increase the space between the two rows.
Begin wrapping your embroidery floss around all strands at 3" (7. 62 cm) below your second row of knots. Wrap the floss so there is no space between windings and the strands are held together firmly. Tie off the end of your floss when your windings are about 2" (5 cm) in length. You can strengthen the hold of your floss by applying a suitable transparent glue.
Make sure your work surface is sturdy, clean, and level. This kind of work surface will be safest and easiest to work on.
Thicker spacing between the outline of the mouth of the pot and the edges of each tier will create a sturdier hanging planter. Repeat this procedure to mark out more tiers in your wood. Avoid adding more than three tiers of moderately sized plants. More than three tiers may make your planter too heavy. The spacing between the outline of the mouth of the pot and the outer edge of each tier should be the same for all tiers. [5] X Research source
Depending on the size and weight of your wood, it may be a good idea to clamp it to your work surface before cutting. If you are using an automated saw, like a reciprocating saw, be sure to wear proper safety equipment, like protective eye wear, a dust mask, and gloves. After sawing, your wood may be rough where you’ve cut. Rub medium grit (60 - 100) sandpaper with moderate pressure to smooth rough spots and burrs. [6] X Research source
Tying a writing utensil to one end of a length of string. Attach the string with a tack at the center of the outline of the mouth of the pot. Pulling the pencil to make the line taut. Measure the distance between the pencil and outline of the mouth of the pot. Shorten the string until the pencil, when held taut, is ¼" (. 64 cm) inside the outline. Keep the string taut as you draw on the wood to form your second circle, and repeat this process for all tiers. [8] X Research source
Cutting from the edges will compromise the stability of your tiers. Instead, use your drill and boring bit to create a starting point for your saw at the center of your inner circle. [9] X Research source
Be extra careful when measuring and marking your rope holes. If these are inconsistent, your planter may hang crookedly. [10] X Research source
Once you’ve decided the distance between tiers, you can estimate the amount of rope you’ll need. Including the distance between tiers, you’ll also need 1 foot (30. 5 cm) of extra line to fasten the rope at the top. It’s much easier to cut free extra rope than splice in more. For this reason, you may want to add a little length to your rope estimate. [12] X Research source
Align all ends so they are collected together evenly. Thread one end of the strands through your metal ring, then tie it to the ring in an overhand knot. Strengthen your knot by applying a suitable, transparent glue to it. Cover the knot thoroughly in a thin layer of glue, then allow it to dry completely. [13] X Research source
Once the knots have been tied beneath your final tier, your tiered hanging basket is complete. Hang the planter, insert pots into the center holes in each tier, and enjoy your handiwork.
In many cases, a hook or pin can hung from excess rope below your hanging planter to fasten other ornaments and knickknacks as well.
If you want to paint your wooden tiers, you’ll have best results if you sand, clean, prime, and paint the tiers in that order.
