How to Paint Pottery with Puff Underneath

Using puff paint underneath pottery paint can create a unique texture that will add beauty and charm to any pottery project. Once the pottery has been fired, the design you painted will appear raised. This application is easy to achieve and should be done before painting and firing your pottery.

Things You'll Need

• Pottery to decorate
• Tube of puff paint
• Sponge
• Pottery paint or glaze

Instructions

1. Apply puff paint directly to unfired pottery that has been dried. When using the applicator, make sure to wipe the tip every once in awhile to prevent paint buildup.

2. Allow the puff paint to dry after creating your design.

3. Apply pottery paint or glaze using a sponge instead of a paint brush once the puff paint has dried. Because the pottery paint will reactivate the puff paint, using a brush may cause the puff paint to flatten. When using a sponge, gently blot paint over your design until it's completely covered.

4. Fire all pottery after the pottery paint has dried. This will bring out the color of the paint while setting it.

Tips & Warnings

• Use contrasting puff paint and pottery paint colors to create a bold design.