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Crafting Tranquility in Chaos: DIY Rub on Transfer Terra Cotta Pots

Let's jump into the serenity of crafting amidst life chaos with our step-by-step guide on creating charming rub on transfer terra cotta pots. Join us in transforming everyday materials into delightful spring decor, finding solace in creativity during the hustle and bustle of life's renovations.

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Once upon a time, I was the gal devouring every blog that caught my eye. I craved decorating inspiration, sought out vintage treasures, yearned to discover what worked and what didn't, and, of course, hungered for new recipes.

"I want all the things", I declared!

Fast forward about twelve years, and here I am, sharing my own experiences through blogging, dishing out recipes, recounting triumphs and mishaps. Let me be real with you – my home is not always a picture-perfect haven. In fact, as I write this, chaos reigns. The foyer contents are scattered in the dining room, drop cloths trail up the stairs, a hefty tool chest claims the entry, coats find refuge in the living room atop a box, a boxed toilet sits inconspicuously, and tools litter the front porch. Remnants of cut tile decorate the porch steps. Life has been a hectic whirlwind, and this gal is exhausted.

So, in case you harbor the misconception that bloggers live in perpetual aesthetic bliss, let me dispel that myth. Our homes can be just as disheveled as the next person's. Today, my home is far from perfect – it's in shambles, and I'm moving at a slower pace than ever. Putting it all back together is a task I'm not particularly looking forward to, but thankfully, today is not that day. Instead, let's delve into the world of rub-on transfers.

Lately, my dining room has become my refuge amidst the ongoing renovations. Crafting supplies weren't initially meant to migrate upstairs, but inevitably, they did. I eagerly embarked on another rub-on transfers project, and my adventurous spirit led me to dabble in painting once again. More on that later. Paints, brushes, water jars, a paint-by-numbers kit, and a hand-towel-turned-canvas – the chaos unfolded, leaving my once pristine dining table in disarray.

If you're cringing at the sight, trust me, I'm right there with you. Living in a construction zone means accepting the ebb and flow of disorder. So here I am, throwing my hands up in surrender, embracing the chaos enveloping me.

I disconnected from the outside world, submerging myself in a realm of adorable chicks, eggs, and terra cotta pots, thinking, "Ahhh, this is undeniably my world." Feeling the urge to linger in my decorating reverie, I even opted to craft a second set.

Now, let's get down to business:

Materials:

1. Spring Rub-on Transfers
2. 2-inch terra cotta pots (at least three)
3. White Apple Barrel craft paint
4. Paintbrush
5. Spanish moss
6. Small eggs (I used half-inch wood beads, I will be sharing a new project with these once things calm down around here)

Instructions:

• Dry brush terra cotta pots with white craft paint to achieve your desired look.
• Apply rub-on transfers. I opted for a small chick and an egg, placing them on the bottom and top pots only.
• Insert spanish moss into all pots, arranging them at skewed angles. If giving as gifts, hot glue the pots to secure them – I skipped this step.
• Place wood beads inside the top pot to mimic eggs waiting to hatch.

While this project may be small, it's incredibly easy. Imagine these adorable creations adorning both sides of your mantel or gracing each place setting on your Easter table as delightful take-home gifts. The beauty lies in their uniqueness – no two pots will look the same, allowing you to curate your own stylish collection.

I imagined the photo was taken Easter Sunday with the gals all dolled up for Easter. Not sure if that was the occasion, but that is the story my mind told itself. Decorating with vintage finds and family photos can be so much fun.

Two sets of pots were better than one on our buffet for spring and Easter. What do you think about using transfers on terra cotta pots? I even think they would be adorable housing two battery operated taper candles on the table inside the pots by using a bit of wax to adhere the candles to the bottom of the pots.

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Ciao,

Cara