To start, visit your favorite home improvement, craft, or dollar store and grab a few pots, choosing a variety of sizes. You will also need white or cream acrylic craft paint and twine (of course, if you prefer brighter, more vibrant paint colors for your pots, go for it – after all, it’s your project). If you’re interested in adding text to your pot (for instance, if you want to identify the type of plant, succulent, or herb potted in the container), grab a set of alphabet stamps and a black stamp pad. Be sure to choose the small size that has upper- and lower-case letters, numbers, and symbols. You will be amazed how much such this simple step will add to the finished project.
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Once you’ve gathered all your supplies, paint the terra cotta pot and matching saucer, applying two or three coats for best coverage, and allow the paint to completely dry between coats. If you desire a more distressed, weathered look, lightly sand with extra fine sandpaper. While the paint is drying, choose a phrase or word you would like to stamp onto the pot. For instance, if you like to grow herbs, design containers for your favorites, such as oregano, basil, rosemary, etc. Not only will you have fresh, beautiful green goodness, but you also have a lovely, decorative pot that identifies what you are growing. Or display spring’s beautiful blooms in pots featuring simple words like “bloom,” “grow,” or “love.” There are so many possibilities. I recommend practicing a little on a scrap sheet of paper before you use the stamps on your
SIMPLE DIY IDEAS TO WELCOME SPRING INTO YOUR HOME
Spring is finally here. This means it’s time to tackle the spring cleaning. It’s time to take on projects around the house that will help freshen it up a bit after the long, dark winter. And in my house, it’s time to conquer new crafts that will brighten it and welcome the new season. If you’re a creative crafter but are finding yourself in need of a little spring DIY inspi-
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ration, I’ve got you covered. he versatile terra cotta pot shouts spring. With farmhouse-style being all the rage these days, the following simple DIY transformation of an ordinary earthenware container – while certainly beautiful in its natural state – into a stunning, cream-colored flowerpot will add just the right touch of farmhouse feel to any space in your home. 38
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