Lighted ring winter container (aka The container that tried to kill me)

[@katedorman7042]

“Decorate!”, they said. “It will be fun!”, they said. One head injury and two Aleve later, you have a fantastic piece of art. Your planter is gorgeous and the lights are amazing. Well done, you!

[@lynnmarie9029]

O M G ~ Not funny that you dinged your head, but so funny that you shared your not so perfect attempt at decorating. Feels like our house, as this is usually how my bright ideas go! Keep being awesome! Love your videos, just wish there were more of them!

[@jamesneidlinger6065]

Beware the garden ring of death. Brought to you by "The Impaled Gardener". Luv it

[@jenniferdupont8638]

You had me laughing all the way through! Thank you for letting the rest of us know we aren’t the only ones who have bloopers. It is absolutely 😍 stunning 😍!

[@ritasicari7518]

The tip for cutting the cable tie bag in the middle? Thank you. I have dumped out the whole bag countless times. Your display is beautiful- worth the near-death experience.

[@TheImpatientGardener]

It’s a game changer!

[@Annathranholm]

Just before it came down I was just thinking ”girl, I would get some help with that one” glad that you are ok.

[@Rhonda_H]

I really like how those round lights look like big white berries in the daylight. ❤️🎄❤️

[@kbell8889]

"I kinda wanna keep it simple." 😂This whole video was so much fun...lots of laughs! Beautiful job, Erin.

[@karentemple5619]

Seriously, so happy you weren't injured but watching this caused my morning coffee to spray through my nose!! You are so funny..the one liners and dry delivery are hilarious. The planter is gorgeous and you ultimately achieved your goal. Thank you for sharing❤🎅

[@dianeb1963]

Oh Erin! You made my morning! My husband came into the office to see what I was laughing at. I’m glad you weren’t hurt ❤️😂

[@kerrydibiasio3784]

Me too! My hubby was like what are you watching! Lol!

[@trishcomey6322]

“Plant tutu”. You always me smile.

[@theadley774]

Thanks for keeping it real! You are one persistent lady and boy did it pay off beautifully. We can all relate to projects that have taken turns like that. I love this beautiful unexpected sculptural combination you've designed, beautiful for the whole winter. Thank you for the inspiration, you've earned your wine time today!

[@kerrydibiasio3784]

Oh I simply love your comedic way of gardening. I was laughing out loud on the couch watching this and the giant hoop. Glad you didn't get injured and it looks wonderful!! You are a hoot lady!

[@paulacothren3591]

The best blooper reels in gardening! I love it, Erin, so genuine and endearing and what we need to see more of in gardening videos! Your final arrangement is very original and beautiful to boot. Yep, that's another impressive Erin container arrangement!

[@leahness3588]

I hated to laugh at your struggles with the hoop but I can really relate. You take it all in stride and that's the reality of creative gardening.👍❤🙏🤪

[@bryonyhellis]

Loved the bloopers 😂 What’s really cool is that your container is so different from anything I’ve seen- a totally new way to design a holiday display with familiar items- fantastic!

[@gigizaino8805]

I had to stop at 4:46 an THANK YOU 🙏 such a simple yet brilliant idea! Just make a hole in the middle of the bag, how did I not think it before?

[@bernadette1510]

The final result is stunning. Who said gardening is easy?! A+ for determination! Hopefully the injuries sustained are not long lasting!!! Beautiful job as always!

[@penny1295]

Rally like this idea! Will be a beauty with snow glistening on it,

[@kaylabryson1932]

Absolutely beautiful!😍😍😍 Would have loved more pictures on the finished lit pot! Only 2 seconds of the 20 minutes, pain staking process !! Poor girl , that was a beast but thanks for figuring out the hoop for us 💪

[@jkniederberger5390]

"We'll see what happens." Yep, we saw. Thanks for sharing, bloopers and all! I love seeing real life that I can relate to.

[@NozeieGirl]

Dang girl I felt that ring! I’m glad you made it out alive. The end result is stunning❣️

[@donnagrondin5389]

Beautiful Erin. Thank you for sticking with it and for allowing us to come along. Maine 5b 🌺

[@latoyaalmond1864]

This is the comic relief I needed this week 🤣😂. Everything turned out beautifully.

[@soonstrgzr]

I can feel your pain on the hoop! It was like watching something I would have done! The planter came out beautiful!

[@famous9222]

I laughed so hard at Attempts 1 & 2 that I almost did a 'spit take' with my morning tea. Thank you so much for giving us such interesting (and amusing) videos,

[@traceeeaston6]

You're knowledgable & funny. Thanks for sharing 💕

[@stephaniepeterson7515]

Thank you, thank you, thank you. I needed to get out of the disaster in my head and your shared misfortune had me laughing until I cried which unexpectedly cleared out all of my pent up exhaustion, frustration and sadness. God works in mysterious ways. So glad you weren’t permanently injured, I always appreciate your normalcy and willingness to share. You saved my weekend. Take good care of yourself.

[@montanarolinda]

This is my absolute favorite video. It shows that you try, try, and try again to make your "lighted ring winter container." I love the "steps 1, 2, 3, especially the "bleeped" part because I can identify with your frustration in trying to get your garden the way you want it.

[@vickikeeler2597]

Thanks for keeping the video real! Actually it reminded me - of me! I love your videos, and your wine chats increase my fondness (and I’m sure most of your viewers) for you. Merry Christmas from a northern South Dakota girl, now living in Nebraska (zone 5):

[@elenibraley8222]

This came out gorgeous! The Magnolia leaves made all the difference! SO glad you didn't give yourself a concussion!!

[@stephaniemarsters542]

This was so good!! I wish I could “like” it multiple times. The finished product is beautiful.

[@lyla.aisle.of.blooms]

I was warned. I still spit out my coffee. Those lights are PERFECT! They look like little snowballs.

[@pegwhite6533]

It turned out really pretty! Please forgive me for laughing hysterically while it was trying to kill you! 😂

[@gardengatesopen]

OMGosh!! THIS is why I LOVE You Tube! ~ REALITY ~ ❗ Thank You for THE BEST video this Holiday Season!!! Your vision, and stamina have prevailed - and in the words of Billy Crystal: ♡ "It looks Marvelous!" ♡

[@Sullivan_Owen]

this project will forever be known as the killer holiday urn, I can't believe it got you in the head and then took you out at the knees! thanks for showing the reality of trying to do creative installations, it's definitely not always picture perfect but the finished project looks beautiful. Here's hoping the next few projects are made of lighter stuff!

[@RevAcres01]

Erin, it looks beautiful. Thanks for being determine and keeping the camera rolling to funny.

[@JudyG53]

So fun! Loved watching this. Thanks for including the bloopers. Keeping it real. And, it turned out really nice!

[@triciahalsey7061]

I frequently use two sayings that seem appropriate to this video as well. "Give it a go, how hard can it be?" and " it seemed like a good idea at the time". Seriously, loved your perseverance and the result. Thank you for sharing your process, warts and all. Hope your head is fine!

[@alpinereid5265]

Erin, I absolutely love that you show your real struggles and that everything is not perfect, all of the time! It turned out beautiful!!!

[@pamelabroeker]

Oh Erin, I was laughing watching you struggle with your project until I saw the ring hit your head! I think we must be related! This is so me. I will wrestle with things and have to start again. Thank goodness no one is taping me! My husband has had to take me to the emergency room for stitches on my head for attempting something on my own. I have learned that I am not as strong as I once was, nor have I always been the most coordinated. But, darn it, I want to get stuff done, and I don’t want to ask for help or wait. Your completed planter is lovely. It is helpful to know that you also recycle past projects and just beef them up. Great tips here. Wish I hadn’t let our wagon wheel rings go. I’ll enjoy yours. And, please please please take care of yourself. I want to enjoy more of your humor, tips, projects, and beautiful smile.

[@jillm8484]

I didn't know that gardening could be so much fun. I am sorry but I let out a scream of laughter when the big steel hoop tipped you over. So glad you didn't get hurt. Wow, what an amazing show piece. Lovely addition to your entry way. Thank you for the great ideas. Best, Jill

[@juanadennis1444]

Ahhh. White lights and colorful language complete all the best Christmas projects. It is beautiful.

[@froggyfur1954]

Oh girl - you win the internet today - that was awesome! It came out looking so cool and now I'm going to try my hand at it. Minus the head injury, but hopefully with the same sense of humor.

[@lizduttom3547]

You inspired me! I used hoops from decrepit whiskey barrel and the lights you suggested. My urns are gorgeous!

[@marcferretti5412]

I was so thankful you didn't stab yourself! Both times, I was nervous for you. Please be careful Erin! We love you and want you to stay alive!

[@peggyluna4670]

The end look is just beautiful Erin..I’m glad you didn’t get seriously hurt. Much love from Texas to you and your husband.❤️💚❤️💚✌️

[@jcking6785]

Thanks for showing us what “real gardening” is like, missteps and all. The end result was beautiful!! ♥️🎄♥️

[@yesitssweetmamas.5300]

You’re such a trooper, Erin! 😂 it turned out to be so awesome! Beautiful!🔥💥🔥💥

[@shellisspace]

Beautiful, worth the near death experience. "One thing we learned"..…to have 2 people put hoop in! 🤣

[@janicesisson4509]

You are the most down to earth gardener on KZbin. I laughed so hard watching you fumble around. 😂

[@maureenlevy207]

"Think of this as a tutu"...still laughing out loud. Love this!!

[@playme129]

You're still alive and the container looks fabulous when lit up at night. Looks pretty good in the daylight, too. Virginia in Ohio

[@shelldub7258]

I’m so sorry that I was screaming with laughter at the second attempt. My husband had to see what was so funny. I’m happy you didn’t get hurt. It turned out so amazing!! I love how down to earth you are!! Keep the videos coming! Merry Christmas!🎄😊

[@didisinclair3605]

So wonderfully different! After all the challenges, it really turned out beautifully. Brava!!!!

[@TheEydaos]

I laughed- I shouldn't have! Not only is that ring heavy, but awkward and wide. It turned out great, though!

[@sandyg8794]

Hi Erin! I'm so sorry that you got hurt, but glad it wasn't too bad. I thought on your first attempt that you would need help. I'm glad you got your husband to help you. Your persistence paid off and it turned out absolutely beautiful! I love all of the layers you did and the lights you used. Thank you for showing the good, the bad and the ugly. Not everything goes perfectly on the first attempt.

[@greatgardensforall]

So freaking beautiful. and HUGE! I don't think it translates well on the screen how big this thing is. Great job

[@paulag.panzermd8239]

Looks amazing and appreciate the honest picture of the “injury risk”. Looking forward to pictures at night!

[@ronjohn9651]

Love this video hope your ok.... I have an old fire wood hoop I use in the garden, if your going to use hula-hoops I would wire two or three together for extra strength and stability maybe even wrap then with strips of chicken wire or rope for texture before you spray paint them.

[@echo1020lukka]

Elegantly beautiful, great job, worth all the effort!

[@portlandval55]

Ok. This is the best video EVER! Thank you so much for representing how most of my gardening and design projects get enacted. Some I continue and some I abandon. You are an inspiration because your projects turn out beautifully no matter the process. Love this.

[@djgarrett8096]

God love 💕 ya for sharing your several attempts- humor much appreciated... 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🎄🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@heatherfahrenholz9628]

I absolutely love how you keep gardening Real and show everyone how projects really go!!! 😆 Even thought you this container tried to kill you , I absolutely love how this “Simple “ 🤦🏼‍♀️😆 container project turn out... it’s absolutely beautiful ❤️❤️!!!!

[@lisamccullough224]

This is how most of my projects go. Glad you shared it with us. It’s comforting to know a gardener of your caliber also struggles to make a vision in your head come to fruition.

[@montyshinn8704]

Just beautiful! Thanks for sharing the struggles we all share!

[@thegardenhouse8892]

Oh my......felt bad the ring hit you, but you had me smiling all day, because you showed it! Loved your ring lighting decor...

[@deezahm9143]

🎄I’m sorry I couldn’t control my laughter-but you are amazing! It made me wonder how many times my neighbors were watching my attempts at holiday structures! Thank you so much for making yet another day for me so much more enjoyable! ❤️🎁👏🏻🤶🏻

[@brendabolio2239]

First, the video is hysterical, and instructional, and inspiring! And the end result is fabulous!!

[@martiknapp762]

Oh man you make me laugh! You have the best videos. Also the best ideas, I love this. So pretty.

[@judygray7718]

This is absolutely the best Christmas Decor video ever!🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄You are awesome! Have a cocktail and enjoy the beauty of your art🎄Merry Christmas🎄

[@lorilawton9546]

Glad it didn’t injure you! End result is fab👏🏻

[@lisaoswalt5233]

Thank you for the a) gorgeous outdoor planter design idea and b) the coffee spewing out of my nose as I watched you almost be decapitated on video by a metal tire wheel but then laughing as you probably said several choice cuss words realizing how close you came to really getting hurt! I love watching your videos! And glad you were not seriously maimed or killed during the filming of this video presentation! 🌲🥴😁🥶☠️

[@tanyafiol9378]

Loved this Erin! You are so real, (bless you!) it’s why I love watching hour videos. Thanks for the inspiration and the knows about square space.

[@fleurjardin1012]

What a beautiful arrangement! I think it was worth the trouble.

[@catherineivy7461]

Looks good, but the comic relief was wonderful...thank u

[@melodymcneil7892]

Turned out awesome, glad you're ok but couldn't help but laugh. I could so see myself doing the same thing lol. Love your videos

[@davidhatfield5714]

So wonderfully different❤️ Thanks for my morning laugh, I do love the humor of The Impatient Gardener!

[@gardensbyjudylevy8031]

Love this video😁 you made me laugh so much, you are funny😁😁 I love the arrangement, it's gorgeous 🎄🎄

[@trinawilliams1395]

As always I LOVE LOVE LOVE this video. Great ideas, skills and laughter. What more could a person need. Thanks for the share! ❤

[@dianem7771]

I know the hoop tried to kill you, but it really turned out stunning. Glad you're okay.

[@JAYNEmM1962]

omg love it, we have a steep slope I built a planter at the bottom at street level and was just telling hubby we needed to build an arch with lights down there, and then I wake to see this, this morning! love it

[@karinjohnston6568]

Went in to check, and yay a new video from The Impatient Gardener! You have the BEST sense of humour-thank you for sharing the reality of trying new things and adjusting when you need to. Life ain’t perfect :)

[@karisherry1012]

It really looks great. I hope it was worth all the work, time, money and injury! Ha! Really, I was very inspired. Thank you 😊

[@cherylgreenfarb8044]

The lights at the base of the willow branches worked well! 🔥 👏 👏 🔥

[@gailbattaglia5800]

You made me laugh out loud and I can SO relate. Thanks for being real with us. And I'm also feeling grateful that I've never had a video recording of my many garden bloopers! loved the final look including the lighting of your winter planter.

[@be6715]

Hysterical! Glad to know it is not only my garden that is out to get me!

[@shirleymartin3804]

It turned out beautifully!! It was good to see your attempts too so we can emulate the look with fewer difficulties.

[@carolrose4784]

What a surprise outcome. It’s lovely and so creative. Congratulations! Don’t change anything. You’re a joy to watch.

[@nimoongopie7478]

So glad u weren’t hurt. Absolutely stunning ,what a creative person u are , really love it all .

[@melissajones9334]

I'm so glad you got help, I was worried you had really hurt your head. The container is beautiful. Thanks for the videos.

[@imahappygal1]

Oh! My ankles hurt the 2nd time that hoop went down! It is beautiful though Erin. Thanks for sharing accidents and all. Merry Christmas 🌨

[@laurieanne9712]

Great ideas! I'm in SC & have LOADS of magnolias on our property and will do small scale with fairy light--thank you!!!!

[@laurieanne9712]

P.S. Hope you can sit down! That last one looked like it swung back & got your backside......

[@gardendreamer9117]

Simply gorgeous! What a fun decor idea using a wheel. Hanks for sharing & hope you didn’t get hurt when that wheel fell on you.

[@TheMj77]

Beautiful. Your hard work has paid off. You can look back and say that you survived all that 2020 had to offer including the ring of Fire.

[@suburbangardeningcouple]

Oh my! After seeing your Instagram-stories we were nervous to watch this video! Glad your ok and there was no death by gardening 😉✌🏼

[@brianabouttown256]

OMG! You’re such a good sport for posting those falls and spills 🥸

[@andymeacham1508]

Oh my goodness! I love you so much!!! Thank you for being so real with us! It makes me feel like I can do these things too and if they aren’t perfect 1st, 2nd, (or for me...3rd try)....keep going and try again. It turned out gorgeous! You’re a great example and I love your videos. Thank you!!!

[@amerwine]

Oh my, I feel your pain! Every project I try, just falls apart literally. Thanks for a morning laugh. I’m seriously going to try the hula hoop idea and trim that curly willow tree out back.

[@vickigade7681]

😂God love you for the honesty in your videos. But it came out beautiful ❤️.