How to Paint Terra Cotta Pots

It's easy to let your imagination run wild decorating a terra cotta pot. You will see just how easy it is once you get started. The supplies you will need will depend on just how elaborate you want your pot to be.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Any size Terra Cotta pot
• If you are working on the kitchen table, you may want to cover it with an old cloth or cardboard as to prevent any stains or drips from paint or glue.
• Paint brushes
• Paints, stickers, embellishments
• Anything else you want to us to decorate with
• Spray or paint on sealer - to seal the terra cotta pot
• Hot glue gun and extra glue sticks
• Scissors

1. Choose any size Terra Cotta pot you feel comfortable working with. Gather up all the supplies you will need.
2. If you are working on the kitchen table, you may want to cover it with an old cloth or cardboard as to prevent any stains or drips from paint or glue.
3. Begin by cleaning your pot; this may be sanding down any rough edges.
4. You want to seal your pot, so you will want to use either paint on or spray on sealer; whichever is easier for you. Apply two coats of sealer letting your pot dry between coats.
5. If you are going to paint your pot before decorating, now is the time. You can find a variety of paints at your local craft store.
6. After the paint dries, be sure to apply 1-2 coats of sealer on top of the paint. Let dry between coats.
7. You can begin using embellishments to suit the theme you are aiming for.