DIY White Washed Terra Cotta Pots

1 min read September 13, 2026 Mariah Leeson
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Learn how to create whitewashed Terra Cotta pots for a beautifully aged farmhouse spring decoration with this simple technique. Create a simple spring display by adding these to a Spring or Easter Mantel.

Project Time
10 to 20 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Add the white acrylic paint to a small container. Thin the paint with a small amount of water until the paint is runny.

DIY White Washed Terra Cotta Pots step 1
Step
2

Dip the paintbrush in the paint and then dab off the excess on a dry paper towel.

DIY White Washed Terra Cotta Pots step 2
Step
3

Lightly brush the paint on the terra cotta pots, making sure to vary the direction of the brush strokes.

DIY White Washed Terra Cotta Pots step 3
Step
4

Use a slightly damp paper towel to wipe off and smooth out the whitewashed look of your pots.

DIY White Washed Terra Cotta Pots step 4
Step
5

Add moss and stack several pots together, or add a little birds nest with eggs. You can add wood slices under the pots to add some height and interest to your display.

Looking for more spring decorating ideas? Be sure to check-out the Live Life in Full Bloom Spring & Easter Mantel and the DIY Floral Embroidery Hoop Wreaths to get all the details to complete these spring mantel decorating ideas.

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