DIY Painted Terra-Cota Flower Pot

DIY Painted Terra-Cota Flower Pot

In this DIY art project, we show you how to create an eye-catching painted terra-cotta pot with a harlequin pattern. Here are the steps and downloadable instructions.

Skill Level: Novice
Time: 24-48 hours (including primer, paint, and polyurethane drying times)
Cost: Less than $50

Tools and Materials

• Norcal 10 in. Terra-Cotta Flower Pot
• Hobby knife
• Multi-surface primer
• Exterior water-based polyurethane
• 1” painter’s tape
• Paint brush
• Artist’s brush
• Exterior paint or project paint
• Ruler
• Pencil

Step 1

Prime the pot with a primer appropriate for the material. Follow the instructions on the primer container.

Then, create a harlequin pattern on your pot. Draw the pattern in pencil, or you can purchase ready-made stencils in the paint department of your local The Home Depot store.

Step 2

Tape off the lines with painter’s tape.

Trim off the excess tape with your hobby knife.

Step 3

With a paintbrush, paint over the tape to create your diamond pattern. Don’t use too much paint, though, or it will bleed through the tape.

Step 4

Once the paint is dry, switch the tape to the outside of the pattern, and fill it in an artist’s brush.

Step 5

Then simply remove the tape, touch up any imperfections and enjoy!

If you plan to set the pot outside, seal it with a water-based, exterior grade polyurethane. Use two or three coats.

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