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Love it!

Won't this get all brown and ugly from the wet soil seeping through the canvas?

Oooohh. Inspired.

Comic . . it might. But you know what might be cool? They make clear plastic ones . . . plant in that! Poke a few holes for drainage and the kids can watch the roots grow! How neat! :)

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I was just recently oohing and aahing over hanging herb gardens at Dwell on Design. It didn't even occur to me that they looked exactly like hanging shoe pockets. You just saved me a grip of money.

Fabulous idea for a classroom especially if the pockets are clear.

I was just thinking that I don't like it, but gem has me thinking. I'm a teacher and I have a nice tall sunny window in my classroom. When we study plant biology I might have to try this with a clear one.

clear would look nifty but even with some drainage holes the soil I worry that the soil wouldn't get anough air. however, in warmer climates it would stay moist longer and need less watering than in canvas.

I love the idea of clear, but the problem is that it'll grow algae.

This is freaking genius. As long as you poke teeny holes in the bottom of the shoe cavities for drainage, and add some perlite or peat down there, the plants will thrive!!

I absolutely luv it! The before and after pics speak volumes.

Great for herbs and all on small patios and porches.

The bright flowers add a lovely touch.

Thank for the fun post!