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DIY Stenciled Succulent Pot Tutorial

February 8, 2016 By Erin Spain 11 Comments

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Plaid®, but all opinions are my own.

How to make a DIY Greek Key Stenciled Succulent Pot. The perfect easy craft for spring!

I am so excited to be part of the inaugural group of Plaid Creators this year! As part of our partnership, I will be sharing at least one fun craft with you each month (although I’ll probably share more just for fun since they stocked my craft room full of fun goodies!). For our first project, we were challenged to check out this list of top 10 trends and choose our favorite, and then make a craft inspired by it. I decided to go bold! The trend I chose was using bold, vibrant colors and juxtaposing them with warm wood tones in my decor.

HOW TO MAKE A DIY GREEK KEY STENCILED SUCCULENT POT

I opted to paint and stencil a cute terra cotta pot using FolkArt® paints and stencils, and I wanted to share this simple tutorial for how I created this DIY Greek Key Stenciled Succulent Pot. I wanted to make something simple and inexpensive that anyone, regardless of craft experience, could replicate in their own home.

Supplies:

  • FolkArt Multi-Surface Paint in “Ink Spot”
  • FolkArt Metallic Paint in “Aquamarine”
  • FolkArt Peel & Stick Painting Stencils (Greek Key pattern)
  • Small Spouncer
  • Foam Brush or Small Paint Brush
  • Terra Cotta Pot
  • Paper Plate or Paint Palette
  • Succulent or plant of your choice

How to make a DIY Greek Key Stenciled Succulent Pot. The perfect easy craft for spring!

Step 1

First, paint your terra cotta pot with the Aquamarine color (or color of your choice), using a paint brush or foam brush. I found it easiest to place it upside down on my work surface to make sure I got around the bottom rim, and then flip it over to finish off the inside of the top rim. Allow to dry and apply a second coat.

How to make a DIY Greek Key Stenciled Succulent Pot. The perfect easy craft for spring!

Step 2

Next, apply the greek key stencil around the top rim of the pot.

How to make a DIY Greek Key Stenciled Succulent Pot. The perfect easy craft for spring!

Step 3

Using a small sponge spouncer, apply the “Ink Spot” (dark blue) color paint. Dip the spouncer in paint, then blot it on your paper plate or a paper towel to get some of the excess off. Then, using up and down motions, apply your paint over the stencil. Be careful not to get any outside of your stencil area. (You can go back and touch up later if this happens.)

How to make a DIY Greek Key Stenciled Succulent Pot. The perfect easy craft for spring!

Step 4

When your paint has dried a little bit, peel the stencil off. After it has dried completely, move the stencil over and continue the process all the way around.

How to make a DIY Greek Key Stenciled Succulent Pot. The perfect easy craft for spring!

Step 5

Insert your succulent or plant! I opted to insert mine still in the liner, but you could plant it in your new pot if you prefer. Easy peasy!

How to make a DIY Greek Key Stenciled Succulent Pot. The perfect easy craft for spring!

I absolutely love the look of the bold color of the pot against the warm wood of the box in this little entryway table vignette. I’m typically drawn to the serene vibe of neutrals, but with spring approaching I thought it would be fun to step out of my comfort zone and add some pops of color in the house. It’s feeling more spring-like around here already!

How to make a DIY Greek Key Stenciled Succulent Pot. The perfect easy craft for spring!

For tons of ideas and inspiration, be sure to sign up for Plaid’s email list, and check them out on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram. You can also take a look at this year’s new products here.

What’s your favorite decor trend? I’d love to know!

YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY THESE POSTS:

  • Side Table Makeover with FolkArt® Milk Paint
  • Stenciled Canvas Instagram Photo Display
  • Mod Podge Thrift Store Tray Makeover
  • DIY Ombré Dyed Baskets
  • or check out my project gallery here!

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Comments

  1. amy @ one artsy mama says

    February 8, 2016 at 6:57 pm

    I am LOVING that metallic aquamarine color! Now I want to paint everything in our house with it!

    Reply
    • Erin Spain says

      February 8, 2016 at 8:22 pm

      Thanks so much, Amy!

      Reply
  2. Sarah says

    February 9, 2016 at 12:12 pm

    Super cute! I LOVE those colors you used!

    Reply
    • Erin Spain says

      February 9, 2016 at 9:13 pm

      Thank you Sarah!

      Reply
  3. Meegan says

    February 11, 2016 at 12:07 am

    Oh my! I am loving the aqua metallic! Blue IS my favorite color. Perfect for Spring.

    Reply
    • Erin Spain says

      February 11, 2016 at 2:24 pm

      Thanks so much, Meegan!

      Reply
  4. Mary Beth|Cupcakes and Crinoline says

    February 11, 2016 at 2:37 pm

    So chic and pretty!

    Reply
    • Erin Spain says

      February 11, 2016 at 3:58 pm

      Thank you, Mary Beth!

      Reply
  5. Amy Anderson says

    February 11, 2016 at 11:02 pm

    I LOVE aqua and dark blue together. So pretty!

    Reply
  6. Kati says

    February 12, 2016 at 12:42 pm

    Beautiful colors! I need to make a few more pots for my house now.

    Reply
    • Erin Spain says

      February 12, 2016 at 10:44 pm

      Thanks so much, Kati!

      Reply

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