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Paint A Pot
Painted terracotta flower pots are a favorite craft around our house. I don’t know why, but my girls just LOVE to paint on those pots! And I have to admit, it is an enjoyable and easy project.
The options are just about endless- paint a pot for a favorite plant; make a pencil holder from a small pot; paint several to make a windowsill herb garden, and paint the names of the herbs on the pots, etc.
These make nice gifts, too. You can tuck in a plant or other little surprise like a bag of candy, tea or cookies in the pot. Add some tissue paper and a pretty bow around the rim of the pot and you have a beautiful gift for someone special. Don’t forget Mother’s Day is coming up; perhaps this would be a good project for Dad to help with!
Here are the basic supplies you will need:
Terracotta flower pots in your choice of shape and size (we like the little ones)
acrylic paints
polyurethane sealer (if you’re going plant something in the pot)
paintbrushes
When we decorate the pots, we usually start by painting the whole pot inside and out. Usually we start with white, but you can paint them whatever color you like. Then once the base coat is dry, use your imagination to embellish to your heart’s desire. We sometimes paint little flowers, butterflies, etc. Some have polka dots made with the ends of the paintbrush, sponge painting, even fingerprints are cute! The craft stores have lots of stencils, rub on transfers, and all sorts of other things you can get to add some neat designs to your pots.
After ours are painted to our liking, we brush on a top coat to seal the design. Usually my girls opt for the glittery clear one- must be a girl thing! Use the polyurethane sealer if your pot will be holding soil and water.
When your pots are dry, fill them with whatever you wish. Have fun!
