Loaf Pan Planter with Twisted Wire Handle Video Tutorial

I have a fun little loaf pan planter project to share today. It started with a thrifted loaf pan, but the real star is the handle. I’m showing you how to twist wire with a cordless drill so it looks heavier, prettier, and way more “finished” than plain wire. Once you learn this trick, you’ll want to use it on baskets, buckets, and all kinds of random thrift store finds.

I purchased these thrift-store items a year ago at my local Vendors’ Village. Do you hoard stuff for so long that you almost forget about it?

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I’m working in the basement shop to do this project. Crib end pieces were used to make little wooden feet for the repurposed loaf pan planter. I also used them to make numbered tags. I cut them on my small miter saw. When using old parts like this, be sure to check for pins, screws, and nails.

How to make a Loaf Pan Planter

I opted to leave the rim around the bottom of each wooden foot.

The brush applicator on Gorilla Glue Super Glue makes application simple. I applied superglue to each wooden spindle leg.

I used a socket set toolbox to weigh down the glued spindle feet.

Loaf Pan Planter with a Twisted Wire Handle

How cute is my vintage loaf pan now? The feet AND that twisted wire handle really make it all come together. Want to know how I made the twisted wire handle? Watch the video below.

Materials to make a  Twisted Wire Handle

• 19 Gauge Wire
• Needle-Nosed Pliers (I like these for cutting the wire and manipulating it)
• Screw (to attach the folded wire)
• Drill

How to make a Twisted Wire Handle

1. Cut the wire to approximately 2 inches longer than the desired handle length.
2. Fold the wire in half
3. Insert two loose ends directly into your cordless drill
4. Hook folded end over a secured screw
5. Engage the drill in the forward direction, let the wire twist to your desired look.
6. Remove the wire from the screw
7. Cut both ends of the twisted wire handle
8. Add to your basket, bucket, or project of choice

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Now that you know how to make a wire handle for your project, it’s time to see how I finished my loaf-pan planter.

Painting With Chalk Paint

The loaf pan was covered with Buttermilk Paint from Heirloom Traditions. I used a chip brush.

Then it got the Smoked Glaze treatment inside and out.

Watch my video on How to Glaze Painted Furniture.

I love the way the Smoked Glaze gives everything a uniform look.

The twisted wire handle was added by inserting it into the original holes of the loaf pan. I used the needle-nose pliers to wrap it around.

Add a few plants, and voila! You have a sweet loaf pan planter. What else would you use this handy loaf pan for? Maybe organizing some spices in the kitchen? Something else?

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If you try the twisted wire handle, I want to hear what you add it to next. A loaf pan is cute as a planter, but the same idea would work well on a small bin for craft supplies, a basket for napkins, or even in the bathroom. Save it for later, and the next time you spot a sad little pan at the thrift store, you’ll know exactly what to do with it.

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