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Hello, friends! I still can’t believe how rapidly these past few months have gone, but I’m really happy spring is FINALLY deciding to show up. It was a way too cold and way too long winter if you ask me, I’m SO ready to put away all the socks and the sweaters and just embrace the new vibe spring usually brings :)
And to make sure we are properly welcoming mother nature’s warming up, I thought it would be fun to make some DIY Aged French Pots today! These would be a great addition to your home decor and will bring an instant feel of freshness when used with flowers, herbs or any other plants. Not to mention the instant feel of chicness ;)
What makes this project great:
- The dry brushing technique that I will be showing you – a unique (and cool) way of painting, creating texture and adding depth to regular terracotta pots – one that gives you room for exploring and exercising your creative talents (or genes)
- The chic French Ephemera labels – that I created for this project – that sort of complement and complete the whole ‘aged look’ idea.
I only used a small amount of paint and only a few other ‘ingredients’ for this DIY Aged French Terracotta Pots project, you will love how easy this is to make!
I’ll be sharing the whole process, with step by step pictures and detailed instructions, notes and tips – and other stuff – on The Graphics Fairy, as part of our collaboration ♥ I will add the link at the end of this post in a sec.
I really really really love this project, I hope you’ll love it too! :)
And stay tuned for a few more posts these days, I have some super exciting news to share with you soon. And a million other projects that I can’t waaaait to show you! :)
–> Click here to go to the DIY Aged French Terracotta Pots project, download the free printable and learn how to make it <–
Don’t forget to smile, spring is almost already here! :)
Diana
sharon lee dube
So pretty. Thanks so much for sharing. Is the plant real?
Diana / Dreams Factory
Thanks, Sharon!
No, the plant is not real, but I love its realistic look! :)
Eve
Lovely, I was just thinking about some projects for my garden. Thank you for the idea. How long did it take you to make it?
Diana / Dreams Factory
Happy you like them, Eve!
You can make them in no time – especially the painting part – because the paint dries almost instantly, when you apply it.
You will have to be patient for the Mod Podge to dry when adding the labels (and for the sealer to dry, if you are using).
Pam
These are super cute. I will be making them. Thanks for sharing.
Diana / Dreams Factory
Happy you like them, Pam!
Have fun painting :)
Barbara Chapman ~ French Ethereal
A really cute idea, Diana! Definitely pinned to my Garden Projects board for you and our readers. Just found some faux lavender at Dollar General that would look adorable in one of these pots. :)
Happy spring to you,
Barb :)
p.s. Coming over from WOW today. :)
Diana / Dreams Factory
Thank you for stopping by, Barb! :) And for pinning!
I love your idea of using some faux lavender with one of these … you can never (ever) have too much lavender around :)
I’m quite obsessed with lavender myself and I usually add a few drops of lavender essential oils on faux (or dried) plants, to give them a more realistic feel. And the house smells amazing, so it’s a win-win situation! :)
Happy spring!
Kerryanne
These pots are very chic Diana and I love the labels too!
Thank you for sharing at Create, Bake, Grow & Gather this week. I’m delighted to be featuring your aged French terracotta pots at tonight’s party and pinning too!
Hugs ~ Kerryanne
Diana / Dreams Factory
I really love how they turned out too :)
Thank you so much for pinning & for the feature, always a pleasure to join your parties!
Hope you have an amazing week, Kerryanne! ♥
Anaëlle
Hello,
Your site is so cute, i love it.
A french word “la classe”☺.
Diana / Dreams Factory
Anaëlle, glad you like it!
Merci beaucoup! :)