Create a Flower Pot Artwork Using a Sharpie in Three Effortless Steps!
Create Your Own Sharpie-Decorated Clay Pot for Summer
Bring a burst of colour and personality to your home or garden with this easy and accessible DIY Sharpie-dot decorated clay pot craft. Suitable for kids, teens, and adults, this project is perfect for summer activities and can be customised to suit individual styles.
What You'll Need: - A plain clay or terracotta pot - Sharpie markers (assorted colours) - Acrylic paint or chalk paint (optional base coat) - Paintbrush or foam brush (if painting base coat) - Sealer like Mod Podge or clear spray sealer (to protect design) - Letter stickers - Rubbing alcohol - Cotton swabs - Paper towels - Ceramic flower pots (IKEA has great options)
Instructions:
- Gather Supplies: Ensure you have all the necessary materials on hand. If the pot is new and clean, no need to wash. Otherwise, clean it with water and a brush, and let it dry completely.
- Prepare the Pot: Optionally, paint the entire pot with a light colored base (such as white or pastel chalk paint) using a brush or foam brush. Apply two coats and allow drying fully.
- Decorate with Sharpie Dots: Use Sharpie markers to create dots all over the pot. You can make dots in various sizes and colours for a playful, summery look. For neat round dots, use the marker tip directly or use the back end of a paintbrush dipped in Sharpie ink or paint. Add patterns by clustering dots or spacing them evenly according to your preference.
- Place Letter Stickers: Apply letter stickers on the pot, and dot around them meticulously with a Sharpie to create personalised messages, names, or words.
- Clean Up: Use rubbing alcohol to wipe off any spots or bleeding after peeling off the stickers. A craft knife can be used to help peel off the stickers if necessary.
- Seal the Design: Once the dots are fully dry, apply a clear sealer like Mod Podge (matte or gloss) or a clear spray sealer to protect your art and make it weather-resistant. Allow the pot to dry thoroughly before using outdoors.
This craft is simple, versatile, and allows for creative expression, making it perfect for summer activities with kids, teens, and adults. The colourful dots mimic a cheerful summer vibe and can brighten any garden, patio, or windowsill.
Optional additions like polka dot ribbon or paint simple flower or bee designs can further enhance the pot. No complicated shaping or firing is needed since this uses ready-made clay pots decorated with Sharpies, making it very accessible.
This approach was inspired by a terracotta painting tutorial that uses a combination of paint and Sharpie for joyful summer-themed pots. The finished pots are suitable for a hot California summer, and can be used to create thoughtful gifts for someone special or to label herbs in a new, stylish kitchen garden. Succulents make great plants for these personalised pots.
Admire the vibrant addition to your home-and-garden decor, styled with Sharpie-dot decorated clay pot designs. Customize the lifestyle of your outdoor space with this easy, customizable DIY project that is fitting for both summer activities and personal flair.
