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Painting Terra Cotta Clay Pots

November 8, 2010

I have SO many terra cotta pots that have just accumulated over the years. So like all my other craft projects, I decided through trial and error to explore the possibilities.

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  1. I had a large terra cotta pot. I painted it black. I gave it a few coats; 2-3 is ideal. I thought it would be perfect by my front door.
  2. I decided, what better way to display my house number. So I went to the computer chose a font I liked and typed out No. and my house number. I printed it out, cut it out and then used it to trace it out on the terra cotta pot. I am sure there are easier (much easier) methods, but this one worked for me and my resources. I traced out the No. and the numbers and then used both a small paint brush and a tooth pick for some of the smaller details. I used a white paint we had on hand. I put some mums in the pot and I think it gives a very polished much more expensive look. Seriously, who would have guessed those were once plain terra cotta pots?
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  4. I have done some smaller ones as well. Same concept, paint the pot with black enamel or whatever color you want. I used some vintage French stamps I had, stamped them in the white paint and applied to the front of the newly painted terra cotta pot. Again, so simple and the end result is so unexpected!
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September 30, 2009

I like to dress up terra cotta pots with acrylic paints. One technique is to use three colors or more and a sponge. You only need a small squirt of each color, making it great for using those leftovers.

 
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Kelli Mahoney
April 11, 2006

I love painted flowerpots, and I think in the spring they make a fun statement. One of the most popular outdoor motifs is watermelon. I have watermelon cups, plates, and pitchers, so I decided that I wanted to make watermelon flowerpots to match.

Completed flowerpots.

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August 28, 2018

Flower pots and saucers are sold separately. I knew I had a saucer at home so I didn't buy a new one. When I went home, the saucer didn't match the pot. You can revamp the saucer with a little bit of paint and it pairs nicely with the accents of the pot. I was able to save the $1-2 on a saucer, and use an existing one.

Paint a Flower Pot Saucer that Doesn't Match Pot  - pot with slight white accents and painted saucer

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September 17, 2011

Christmas (or any occasion) is getting closer, and it is time to start making some homemade gifts. This hand-painted terra cotta flower pot can make a nice gift for a colleague or friend.

Add plant to hand-painted pot

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December 19, 2016

So easy, a much prettier way to display my orchid, and not time consuming to do. All you need is a clay pot and saucer, small bottle of acrylic paint, sponge brush, and rub on decals. Add a bit of ribbon if desired.

painted clay pot with bluebird decal and silver ribbon

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February 7, 2008

To decorate your clay pots and saucers for this gardening season, here is an idea: Pour some of the first color of paint into a paint tray. Turn the clay pot upside down and dip the rim of the clay pot into paint then turn the clay pot right side up and let paint run down the edge of pot.

 
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December 6, 2005

Easily make a beautiful pot for a plant. Everything you need to make it can be bought at Walmart craft dept. except the clay pot, that is the garden department.

Clay pot gift.

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April 16, 2008

I am doing the flowers for a wedding on May 17th. My sister-in-law (to be) wants mossy terra cotta pots. What is the best way to do this faux or not, in a month? Help! Thanks.

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April 17, 20080 found this helpful

Hi Cher! These instructions are on HGTV. I hope they help! www.hgtv.com/.../0,,HGTV_3421_1370692,00.html

 
By Cathy from Townsville, QLD (Guest Post)
April 18, 20080 found this helpful

Smear some plain yoghurt over them and leave them outside in a damp area. The moss forms as if by magic!

 
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April 19, 20080 found this helpful

With your time schedule spray paint the pots with mossy colored craft paint and then use spray glue or paint with tacky glue and roll in loose moss. I've covered green oasis blocks this way and it works great. You can buy thin sheets of plastic covered with moss, too, that you could wrap around pot, but the other way is a lot easier.

 
April 25, 20080 found this helpful

I watched a garden show and they said to jump start a "mossy" pot to take grass or any green leaves and rub them well over the pots. They will start growing moss from rubbing the liguid in the greenery on them.

 
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January 8, 2016

Do you prime your flower pots before painting? I find with some colors I need to do multiple coats, not just 2-3, but more like 8-10 when using lighter colors that I want to cover most of the pot in. Do you recommend some sort of primer first?


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January 13, 20160 found this helpful

I usually prime my pots with Mod Podge first.

 
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July 15, 2014

Do you need special paint for terra cotta?

By MH

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May 12, 20150 found this helpful

Just plain acrylic will do, they sell special paint but don't waste your money on it. The terra is so porous that regular paint will hold.

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If you use a black matte finish paint it will make your pot like a chalkboard without spending extra money on special paint.

 
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April 22, 2014

How do I marblize a clay pot? If I paint it first with white, then put water in a tub, with spray paints of various colors, do I need to seal it or will the paint from the cans do that?

By Barb

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April 23, 20140 found this helpful

I use either modpodge or a spray can of clear sealer.

 
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September 15, 2013

I want to treat a terracotta pot with an effect that makes it looks like it has been submerged for centuries. Has anyone done this?

By Lynne E

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September 2, 2009

Tired of those orange clay pots? Buy some acrylic paints and give them some color. Add a plant, and you can use them in-doors or out, plus have the enjoyment of a hobby.

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I did not take classes, just start experimenting, its fun and creative.

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June 15, 2017

Add some flare to your succulent pot by painting it in an ombré fashion. This is a page about ombré; painted succulent pot.

Ombré Painted Succulent Pot - closeup of pink and blue painted pot with a succulent planted in it.

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