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Apple Barrel Terra Cotta Pot Christmas Trees

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At a Glance:

Project #16613 Skill Level: Intermediate
supplies

Plaid Supplies

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Apple Barrel ® Colors - White, 2 oz. - 20503

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Apple Barrel ® Colors - Pink Parfait, 2 oz. - 20251

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Apple Barrel ® Colors - Spring Green, 2 oz. - 20587

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Other Supplies

  • Assorted Terra Cotta Pots in several different sizes 
  • Hot glue 
  • 1” Flat brush 
  • ½” wood beads 
  • Jute string 
  • Scissors 

instructions

  1. Stack pots to desired height.  Glue pots together with hot glue. 

  1. Paint pots solid color as shown in photo and let dry. 

  1. Paint wood beads in colors shown and let dry. 

  1. Mix equal parts water with White paint and splatter trees as shown. Let dry. 

  1. Thread colored beads onto jute string and attach with hot glue as shown. 

  1. Paint wood stars with yellow and let dry. 

  1. Glue wood stars to tops of pots as shown. 

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Related FAQs

Yes, Apple Barrels paints can be mixed to create a new color value or hue. 
Yes, Apple Barrel Paints are perfect for school projects – they are the best paint on the market to paint on Styrofoam! Apple Barrel Paints are also perfect for “mom and me” projects or for the general basic crafter.
Yes, you can use Apple Barrel paint on plaster. However, because plaster is very porous and sometimes dusty, you will need to first seal the piece with a clear acrylic matte spray sealer.
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