Materials:
– terracotta pots
– acrylic paint
– acrylic sealer
– adhesive vinyl {I used the permanent outdoor kind}
Step 1: Paint each pot whatever color you choose.
It’s funny, we used the same brand of paint for all four pots, but the green and blue took just two good coats to cover well, while the others took about 5 or 6 coats. Make sure you let them dry completely between coats and before moving on. I let Little Crafter choose the colors for the pots all by himself, and I think he did a great job! I was a little disappointed that the purple turned out so dark, but it’s all good!
Step 2: Cut vinyl circles that are approximately 1″. Adhere to pots.
I’m sure you’ve already figured out that I used “Cammie” {my beloved Silhouette Cameo} to cut my circles, but you could always do them by hand or with a punch. If you don’t have vinyl, you could also trace something round and paint them with white paint instead, but that’s more work.
Step 3: Apply a clear acrylic sealer over your painted pots.
This will keep them nice for a long time despite being exposed to all kinds of weather. I applied my sealer out back and my poor neighbor got totally confused watching me because he couldn’t figure out how I was using one can and one brush and ending up with different colored pots…he didn’t realize it was a clear coat. Silly neighbor!
Once the pots were totally dry, we were able to do our planting! Little Crafter helped me put some Potting Soil in each one, then add our herbs and water them.
We planted four different herbs this year. Three of them I’ve grown in the past and frequently use: Basil {which I love in a good grown-up grilled cheese sandwich}, Rosemary {which I chop and use to season rice, orzo, and vegetables}, & Sweet Mint {which I looooove in iced tea}. This year we also got some Cilantro to try. We always love it in the salsa and on the foods we get at Salsaritas, so we thought it might be a tasty addition to some of our Mexican meals.
Don’t the plants just look so happy in their bright, fun pots? I love looking out the window and seeing them!
I’m completely pleased with how they turned out, and love that I was able to achieve something so similar to what I saw in the store for less money {and more fun}!
There’s nothing like using fresh herbs from your own garden! What are some of your favorites?
anastasia anezinis says
these are so cute!
Dianna @ Craft A Spell says
They’re so cute! I’ve got some terracotta pots on my balcony that I’ve sealed and am going to start painting tonight. I love the way yours came out, Amy.
Kadie says
They looks super cute!! Love that you used vinyl, so easy and they wont wash off.:)
SarahGeorge says
Cute looking pots! Little crafter has done a good job:-) its always fun to create our own little things, specially when with kids! Have a nice day.
Kara @ Simplistically Sassy says
Love these little pots! They turned out so adorable and they’re so simple. I might need to try this with my kids.
My name is Rita says
Love these, so cheerful, I actually was looking at the polka dot posts at Micheals, they are on sale now for $3.99. If you get a chance, please share these on my linky party: http://suburbsmama.blogspot.com/2013/05/sunday-link-party-6.html
Southern Scraps says
Love your polka dot pots! So adorable.
Jessi @ Practically Functional says
Those pots are too cute! I painted some new pots for the herbs this year, hopefully I’ll get a post up about them soon!
Jeni IGOTTHISMARTHA says
Super cute! I love polka dots!
Marilyn Clark says
Polka dots are so fun and cheery! Don’t you just LOVE miracle-gro potting mix?
Tawna Thompson says
Amy I am loving the polka dots!! These are so cute!
Eva Scott says
Super cute! I love having fresh herbs on hand and what a great deck!
Kelly @ Here Comes the Sun says
Love these! I’ve got some herb pots too that I painted last year and think I’m going to use my Silhouette to decorate them. Do you put the clear coat on over the vinyl or before you put the vinyl on?
Jennifer Pilgrim says
Cute! I needed a red polkadot one for a MIckey party I threw last week. Next time!
Would you mind sharing this on a new link party I host with 5 other blogs: Moonlight & Mason Jars Mondays! We feature 5 blogs who link up every week. The party closes at midnight on Wednesday. I know our readers will LOVE these! 🙂
Xo,
Jenn Pilgrim
TheNewlywedPilgrimage.com
Eva Scott says
Instead of an acrylic sealer to seal everything, do you think you could use mod podge?
Jen @ SkinnedKnees.net says
These came out so cute and look so easy! I love it! I think they would make great housewarming gifts too.
Inspire Me Heather says
Waaayyy too cute, thanks!
dancers4life says
Glad you like them!