Learn to Paint a Cheap Terra Cotta Pot with a White Wash Technique!

Pots for plants can be expensive. So adding a little paint to a terracotta pot can make them more stylish while saving you big bucks!

I used a damp rag dipped in paint and wiped it all over the base and pot.

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Then with a clean, damp cloth,

Add more paint if you want a full paint look!

I even added stencils to the pot to make it extra unique.

OR, to keep for yourself!

These fun painted pots are great for inexpensive gifts for friends. Learn more

Go to the post to get more tips and tricks for painting terracotta pots!

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