Please take time to visit Sanctuary Art for her monthly Makeovers. She has several bloggers participating and showing off their talented makeovers.
My contribution this month is a Terra Cotta Table.
I made this a couple years ago to use on my front porch.
Here's what you need to make your own.
2 12" terra cotta pots (you can use smaller or larger depending on the size table you want)
1 large terra cotta saucer
1 or 2 bags of decorative pebbles.
You will also need an epoxy glue, acrylic resin, paint and sealer.
I started by base painting the pots then applied a faux stone finish using several earth tone shades of paints and a sponge to apply.
I turned the first pot upside down and applied epoxy glue. I placed the second pot on top. Let it dry completely then I added the large saucer painted in the same finish using the same epoxy glue. Once that was dry I added the decorative pebbles and the acrylic resin, which sets the rocks in place and gives them a glossy sheen.
I also added a round glass top and used rubber bumpers attached to the saucer to keep it from sliding around. You could omit the glass and use this idea as a bird feeder. Or keep the glass and add sand, shells...etc. for a beachy look. You have several options for the final result and its a fun project.
Have a happy day
Kris
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So, I've finally figured out Google reader, a little bit, and now can immediately see who has updated their blog. Phil is smart to post his blog updates on Facebook...easy way to get to them.
Love this planter. I'm light years from doing anything outside, weather and interior demands prohibit it. Hope to join in on sanctuary arts make-over next month.
Fantastic, love it! Love it the frogy's too!
Amy
Hello my friend,
I am sorry to read about your friends passing. Life can bite sometimes. God must be lining up a wonderful choir. Your friend and my Cindi will enjoy each others company.
Give my regards to your husband.
Hugs
Becky
PS...good work on your table. I love how you finished it. It looks great!
Ok. You make this sound easy! I think I can do this! Love the rocks underneath the glass. cheers, -susan
Way too cute! Great job! I am looking to do a few things to some clay pots- what a great Idea!
Great jpb and idea. mishelle
That looks great! What a fab idea and so thrifty! Thanks for joining in in on the party! Jen
I was looking at the photos. I should of moved the dead plants out of the picture. LOL
Time for Phil to plant something pretty in those pots.
Very clever! And isn't it cool to make something yourself, that didn't cost and arm and a leg, and that looks awesome too! BONUS!
Wow...very cool ! You are one talented lady !! I love the touch of stones in the middle !
Cheers,
Bre
Very neat outside table. I love the idea of putting different items under the glass for display.
Thanks so much for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment. :-)
Blessings,
Amanda
That's really NEAT !!! :)
Hi Kris! Thank you for visiting our project. Yours's great also!
Wow! That turned out great! Love all the frogs around it too - they're so cute! Came by to tell you thanks for the nice comments on my blog today! I can always use the prayers! :O)
What a cool idea! Thanks for stopping by Casa Petrie.
Mrs. Petrie @ http://casapetrie.com/blog/
Kris,
Thanks for the neat idea for the clay pots! Something any one could do for not a lot of money. I noticed Hobby Lobby had a coupon this week for the glass tabletops. Thanks for visiting my blog. Linda
What a lovely project...so pretty and it seems to be easy ( fingers crossed, full of hope)
Nice table...fun project! I would have to put a different top on mine...too many dogs here. Like the new look here.
Great idea! Saw one similiar back some time ago, and it did not looks near as nice as yours.
Have a great weekend.
Glenda
Hello,
I love your project!
~ Gabriela ~
That was a fabulous idea! Doesn't look like it would take too long, but looks great.
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