Using a circular saw, cut the two 8-inch legs from one of the balusters and the 3 3/4-inch wheel axle from the dowel.

• Using a 1/2-inch drill bit, pre-drill a hole touching the outside line of the circle.
• Insert the jig saw into the pre-drilled hole and cut the 7-inch circle from the board.

Measure and mark the center of both remaining balusters 1 1/4 inches from the ends.

• Using the 1/2-inch drill bit, drill a 1/2-inch hole halfway through the baluster at the pre-made marks. Use a 5-degree angle with the drill bit pointing away from the short end of the baluster.
• Return the drill to a flat 90-degree angle and drill a 1/2-inch hole through the center mark of the 7-inch wheel.

• Turn the wooden crate upside down and align one of the balusters over the bottom of the crate.
• Make sure the end of the baluster with the drilled hole hangs over the end of the crate by 6 inches and is centered over the second slat on that side.

• The other end of the baluster should be angled to hit in between the two outermost slats on the other end of the crate, allowing a 12-inch overhang to act as a handle.
• Secure the baluster to the bottom of the crate using a 2 1/2-inch screw on each end.

• Insert the 3 3/4-inch wheel axle into the drilled hole on the secured baluster.
• Slide the 7-inch wheel onto the wheel axle and insert the wheel axle into the remaining baluster.
• With the wheel sandwiched securely between the two balusters, secure the remaining baluster to the bottom of the crate, centered over the second slat at the wheel end and between the two outermost slats at the handle end, using 2 1/2-inch screws at each end.

• Place the two 8-inch legs vertically 3/4 of an inch in from the end of the crate on the outside of the balusters.
• Secure with one 2 1/2-inch screw through the balusters.
• Turn the wheelbarrow over and secure the legs through the slat on the inside bottom of the crate, using one 1-inch screw in each leg.

• Paint or stain the wood as desired, using appropriate exterior stain. Non-toxic stain like tung oil is recommended if the planter will hold edibles like herbs.
• Use non-toxic polyurethane on the inside of the planter box to protect it from water damage.
• Drill drainage holes if required. 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch drainage holes should provide adequate drainage for most plants.

Find the perfect spot for your rustic wheelbarrow, then fill it with decor, like fresh gourds, dried leaves and fall flowers. It will add charm to any room or outdoor area.