28 Cute Painted Pot Ideas to Copy This Spring

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As soon as winter begins to shed its freezing temperatures and little pockets of spring begin to emerge, I get the urge to shift my creative, indoor activities outside. Whether it’s planting an herb garden, decorating my front porch for spring, or painting flower pots — I can’t be tamed when the warm weather hits.

If you’re looking for an easy spring craft to do with your friends, grab some small terracotta pots (they cost around $2 each), some craft paint, and host a painting party. But before you do anything, you’ll need some ideas.

There are so many cute painted pot ideas for the spring season, it can be hard to choose one. You can paint something as simple as a checkered design, or make a more elaborate flower design. Now it’s time to get that creative juice flowing! Keep scrolling to check out all the creative spring painted pot ideas try this year.

How to Paint Terracotta Pots

Step 1: Clean Your Pots

First things first, clean your pots with soap and water. Let the pot completely dry before moving forward. This will ensure that the surface is in the best shape to start the painting process.

Step 2: Base Coat (If Needed)

If you’d like to apply a base coat or paint color to your pot, now is the time to do so. Apply 2-3 thin coats of acrylic paint to the pot and let each coat try completely before adding your design.

Step 3: Decorate + Paint Your Design

Now it’s time for the fun part — decorating your pot with the design you’ve chosen. Whether you choose somethinggeometrical, abstract, or any other cute design, use different brushes, sponges, and materials to make it come to life.

Step 4: Let the Paint Dry

Once you’re done painting your pot, let the design dry for at least 24 hours. If you’re hosting a party, maybe have your friends paint the pot and take it home to finish drying before moving on to the last step.

Step 5: Seal the Pot

If you plan to place your painted pot on your front porch or in an outside garden, weather-proofing the pot is an essential step. Apply 2-3 coats of outdoor sealant to the pot. This will help preserve the design of the pot a lot longer and help it withstand seasonal weather.