DIY Faux Clay Vase
Level of difficulty: Beginner
The pottery texture on this vase looks so real that you’d never know an inexpensive glass container is underneath! Create this gorgeous DIY vase using a few simple supplies.
What You'll Need:
- Glass Container
- Baking Soda
- Crafter’s Closet White Acrylic Paint
- Crafter’s Closet Black Acrylic Paint
- Crafter’s Closet Premium Paint Brush
- Crafter’s Closet Palette
- Crafter’s Closet Precision Scissors
- Bowl and Spoon
- Sand Paper
- Sponge
Let's Do This!
Step 1:
- Mix 2 tablespoons of baking soda with 2 tablespoons of white paint. Note: If you need more, keep the ratio 1:1. The consistency should be like smooth peanut butter.
- Brush the mixture on a clean glass vase. The heavier the application, the better. Don’t worry about keeping it smooth. Let dry.
- Add a second coat of the mixture. Brush it on in random directions. Again, don’t worry about keeping it smooth. Let dry.
- Sand the vase until you get the texture you desire.
Step 2:
- Mix white paint with a small dot of black paint to make a medium gray color.
- Paint the vase using random, loose brush strokes. Let dry.
Step 3:
- Dip a paint brush into black paint and then into water. Randomly tap the brush around the vase to blend the paint. Work small sections at a time. Let dry.
Step 4:
- Cut a small piece off of a sponge. Note: A small piece of sponge is easier to handle than the whole thing.
- Dip the piece of sponge into white paint and randomly dab it on the vase. Let dry.
