Email Signup

Subscribe to the Plaid Crafts Newsletter for craft project ideas, product news, our live events, and more!

Upcycle Your Glassware! Save 25%

Save 25% on orders $60+ and get free U.S. ground shipping! Explore the NEW! FolkArt Murano Glass Paint! This promotion cannot be combined with other promos. See shipping details.

Use Code

Sale Ends 3/23/24

Decoupaged Decorative Planter

Design a Decoupaged Decorative Planter that is just as beautiful as the flowers inside with this project. Redesign seasonally for a fresh look each spring.

At a Glance:

#2071 Skill Level: Beginner Time:
  • Clock active
  • Clock active
  • Clock inactive
  • Clock inactive

This project features these great brands:

  • FolkArt Outdoor Paint Logo
  • Mod Podge Logo
supplies

FolkArt ® Outdoor™ Acrylic Colors - Burnt Umber, 2 oz. - 1618

Number Needed: 1 $2.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Outdoor™ Acrylic Colors - Light Blue, 2 oz. - 1633

Number Needed: 1 $2.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Mod Podge ® Matte, 8 oz. - CS11301

Number Needed: 1 $7.49
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.
instructions

Other Supplies

Tin planter, Coordinating papers of your choice, Scissors, Tracing paper, Pencil, Foam brush, Fine sandpaper

Instructions

  1. Basecoat inside and bottom of planter Burnt Umber and feet Light Blue. Let dry completely.
  2. Using tracing paper, make a pattern piece for front/back and sides of the top ¾ of the planter (we suggest making these slightly larger).
  3. Following pattern pieces, cut a front, back and two sides from flower paper. Using a clean foam brush, apply Mod Podge to back of paper piece then position on planter surface, working slowly to remove air bubbles and wrinkles. Repeat to cover front, back and both sides, trimming paper pieces to meet at edges or slightly overlap. Refer to photo for flower paper placement.
  4. Cut strips of striped paper to fit around bottom ¼ of planter. Repeat technique in step 3 to apply paper to planter.
  5. Cut one large blue flower motif from paper; glue to center of planter as shown.
  6. Apply one coat of Mod Podge over all of paper covered areas.Let dry.
  7. Apply two additional coats of Mod Podge, completely drying between each application.
  8. Thoroughly wet sandpaper under running water then squeeze out slightly. Using light pressure, sand entire decoupaged area of planter. Brush off dust then apply one final coat of Mod Podge. Let dry completely.

Disclaimer: The information found in each project is presented in good faith, but no warranty is given, nor results guaranteed, nor is freedom from any patent to be inferred. Since we have no control over physical conditions surrounding the application of information herein contained, Plaid Enterprises, Inc. disclaims any liability for untoward results.

Important: Please be sure to thoroughly read the instructions for all products, paying particular attention to all cautions and warnings shown to ensure the proper and safe use of the product.

Copyright: All Rights Reserved. No part of this Project may be reproduced in any form without permission in writing, except for your personal use, except by reviewer, who may in reviewing this project, quote brief passages in a magazine or newspaper.

Barbie DIY Decor
New!
Barbie DIY Decor
Homemade Christmas Gifts - Cookie Box
New!
Homemade Christmas Gifts - Cookie Box
Vintage Chic Vase
New!
Vintage Chic Vase
Adult Coloring Book T-Shirt and Onesie
New!
Adult Coloring Book T-Shirt and Onesie