How to Sponge Paint Ceramics

Sponging can add intriguing textures to your ceramic projects.

Things You'll Need

• Acrylic Paints
• Sponges
• Paper Plates
• Paper plates

Instructions

1. Collect a sponge, acrylic paints, a flat dish and a piece of bisque to be painted.

2. Pour three or four different colors of paint onto separate areas of the dish.

3. Use a round sponge and dab at each color so that they overlap.

4. Press the sponge lightly onto the bisque.

5. Turn the sponge frequently so that a pattern doesn't develop.

6. Use a sea sponge for a lacy look.

Tips & Warnings

• Experiment with different sponges.

• In a pinch, you can get a similar effect with a wadded-up plastic grocery bag.