It’s MAGIC ( picture me using a mystically dramatic voice there ). That is actually not true. It’s not magic, in fact anyone can do it and it’s soooo EASY that you can knock this project out in an afternoon. What a great Mother’s Day gift you guys! Check out the video and then scroll down for the promised paint recipes!!
WE TURNED THIS:
INTO THIS:
Here are the ratios of paint we used for the following paint brands below. If you have a favorite paint brand, please share your formula for Terra Cotta with us because we love MANY paint brands and want everyone to find what they need in the brands they love!
Annie Sloan:
2 parts Honfleur Brown
2 parts Barcelona Orange
1 part Primer Red
Debi’s DIY Paint:
2 parts Summer Crush
2 parts Weathered Wood
1 part Marquee
Fusion Mineral Paint:
2 parts Chocolate
2 parts Tuscan Orange
1 part Fort York Red
If you enjoyed this project, you might also like learning about how to DIY a Vintage Flow Blue Pot from a Plain Terra-Cotta. Click here for a step-by-step tutorial.

You two are such fun to watch! Giggling
Hi there, we are happy to hear you enjoy our videos!
I can’t find the queen bee mould anywhere! Help!
Hi Jeanne! The mould used is actually called Laurel. Our products are only available through approved IOD stockists, so click here to find a brick and mortar store near you or here to see a list of well-stocked online stores. If you still cannot find what you are looking for let us know through our contact form and we can help! Happy creating 🙂
What is an appropriate sealer for outside? Apply or spray on?
Absolutely beautiful!!!
Thank you Dawn😊
I loved this, thank you! Do you seal the project at the end?
Thanks!
Michele
Hi Michele! We’re happy to hear you loved this project, find a retailer near you here to get started on your own! 🙂 Sally and Josie did not seal the container at the end because it’s home is in Sally’s kitchen window. If you plan to keep your container outside we recommend sealing it with an appropriate sealer for the container you choose! Happy creating!
Loved the video! TY Sistas!
Thank you for the IOD love, Terri!
Which mold did you use on this pot?
Hi Kristin! We used our IOD Laurel Decor Mould™, which is only available for purchase through approved IOD stockists! Click here to find a brick and mortar store close to you, or here for a list of well-stocked online stores. Happy creating!
I have Been trying to find the Queen Bee Mould??
Can’t find a retailer that has one in stock??
Hi Lorie! Have you checked our store locator yet to locate a stockist near you? Click here to find a brick and mortar store close to you, or here for a list of well-stocked online stores. If you still do not see our Laurel Decor Mould™, send us a message through our website contact form and we can get you in touch with a stockist who carries it! Happy creating 🙂
To achieve a similar color with uv resistant Fusion Mineral Paint, here is a similar recipe. To waxing required!
2 parts Chocolate
2 parts Tuscan Orange
1 part Fort York Red
Enjoy!
~Vonda @ The Painted Heirloom
I love this project! I have tried growing kitchen window herbs in pots and they just do not like it, this will give them way more wiggle room. Thank you ladies! I am a not so new fan of your product lines!💕 I have been ignited with inspiration since using your molds and transfers and stamps…oh my!
What kind of paints did you use for this project…thanks
We often mix our colors and we use all different brands of mineral type chalk type paint 😊
Beautiful! Thx love you guys!
Thanks, Lora! ❤️❤️
Love the video but the music is very distracting.
Thank you, Lin! We will keep that in mind😊