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Painted Terra Cotta Pots

by JOANN |

Item # 362014846P7
Beginner 1-2 Hours
SUPPLIES & TOOLS:
  • Assorted sizes of terra cotta pots
  • Ruler
  • Stencils
  • Pencil
  • Acrylic outdoor paints: navy, white, mustard yellow, gray, burnt orange, sage green
  • Brushes
  • White matte spray paint
  • Clear matte varnish finishing spray

DIRECTIONS:
  1. If pots are new, remove all stickers. If pots are used, clean well before painting.
  2. Spray paint pots white. This may take more than one coat to cover.
  3. Leave the inside pot natural or paint or spray paint it.
  4. Lightly pencil designs onto pots. Use a circle template or stencils for help in drawing.
  5. Paint designs on pots allowing time to dry between different colors. Multiple coats of paint may be needed for full coverage.
  6. Once the pots are completely dry, spray with a clear coat of varnish.

JOANN HACKS:
  • Lightly sand to remove any remaining adhesive left from stickers.
  • Pencil lines come off easily with a damp paper towel.
  • White paint and a small brush can be used to touch up designs if needed.

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