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DIY Ombré Terracotta Pot

Learn how to create ombre dipped pots for a fun terracotta flower pot design idea.
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two terracotta flower pots with ombré purple dip on the bottom.
Prep:5 minutes
Active Time:7 minutes
Total Time:12 minutes

Equipment

  • Old Bucket or Container
  • Gloves
  • Stirrer old pencil, skewer or craft stick will do

Supplies

  • White Paint acrylic craft paint, latex paint or spray paint with primer built-in
  • Dye powdered or bottled in the color of your choice
  • Sealer Spray in the finish of your choice

Instructions

Before You Begin

  • Clean your terracotta pot to be completely dust and grime free. It also should be completely dry before starting.

How To Dye Pot

  • Paint your terracotta pot white with acrylic craft paint, spray paint with primer built-in or latex paint. Matte paint will work best.
  • Mix your dye in your container. You can start with a light shade of the color first by only adding a little dye.
  • Dip your pot in as far as you want the color to show.
  • Add more dye to make it darker.
  • Dip the pot in again but not as high. Repeat the dye and dip steps until you are happy with the outcome.
  • Optional: Seal your pot with a shellac spray.

Notes

  • No matter what type of paint, we would stick to white as the base coat.
  • You do not have to get the ombre look. You can just dip and hold at different times for a more watercolor paint look.
  • You can dye terracotta pots without painting them white. Certain colors will work better than others. Just don't expect the colors to be as vibrant.
Cost: under $5