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Aging Terracotta Clay Pots with Paint

Learn how to age terracotta clay pots with paint. Aging terracotta pots is a great way to add rustic, farmhouse style to your porch, deck or garden. I just love the crackled, vintage look!
Course craft
Cuisine American
Keyword farmhouse decor, garden decor, outdoor decor, terra cotta craft
Active Time 1 hour
Drying time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Makes 1 pot
Author Angie Holden

What You Will Need

  • Terracotta pots
  • Americana Paint in Warm White
  • DecoArt One Step Crackle Finish
  • DecoArt Elegant Finish Metallic Glaze in Old World Patina

Instructions

  • Add 2 coats of the white paint to the terracotta pots. Enough to cover the clay color.
  • Let that dry to the touch. Then add a good coat of the One Step Crackle. Let that sit for at least an hour.
  • After at least an hour, break our your sponge and metallic glaze. Dab it on with your sponge is small areas around the whole pot and just inside.
  • Allow everything to dry, plant, and show off your aged terracotta pots!