I found these vases while thrifting and gave them a total transformation—into high-end looking Terracotta vases inspired by Olive Ateliers. These DIY faux pottery techniques are super budget-friendly and give you that curated, designer look for less.
In this video, I’ll walk you through the full process, step-by-step, using simple tools and materials you probably already have at home.
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Some links are not from the exact brand mentioned in the video due to limited online availability.
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All photos featured in this video are courtesy of Olive Ateliers
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🏺 VASE #1
Step 1 – Texture
🔹 Drywall Compound – Home Hardware
https://www.homehardware.ca/en/premix...
Step 2 – Base Coat Paint
🔹 Behr Scuff Defense (Matte) – Poppy Seed
https://www.homedepot.ca/paint-selector
🔹 Chalky Patina – Espresso (Bluestone House)
https://bluestone-house.myshopify.com...
Step 3 – Drybrush Color
🔹 Chalky Patina – Burlap
https://bluestone-house.myshopify.com...
Step 4 – Coat Vase in Flour
Step 5 – Coat Vase in Dry Cinnamon
Step 6 – Seal and Protect
🔹 Krylon UV-Resistant Matte Clear Spray
https://canada.michaels.com/product/k...
🏺 VASE #2
Step 1 – Sanding (80 Grit)
https://www.homedepot.ca/product/nort...
Step 2 – Prime
🔹 Behr Multi-Surface Primer & Sealer
https://www.homedepot.ca/product/behr...
Step 3 – Create Rings with Jute String
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Step 4 – Apply Drywall Compound
🔹 Premix Joint Compound (Same as Vase #1)
https://www.homehardware.ca/en/premix...
Step 5 – Seal Before Painting
🔹 Rust-Oleum Matte Clear Spray
https://www.homedepot.ca/product/rust...
Step 6 – Paint Base Color
🔹 Black Craft Paint – Crafters Paint - Black Acrylic 2oz (Western Varieties)
https://www.westernvarieties.ca/craft...
🔹 Chalky Patina – Grainsack
https://www.homehardware.ca/en/chalky...
Step 7 – Drybrush
🔹 Chalky Patina – Burlap
https://bluestone-house.myshopify.com...
Step 8 – Watered-Down Paint Coat
https://amzn.to/4lRzneS
Step 9 – Add Cinnamon While Wet
Step 10 – Seal & Protect (2 Coats)
🔹 Same Sealant as Step 5
https://www.homedepot.ca/product/rust...
🏺 VASE #3
Step 1 – Base Coat
🔹 Burlap Paint (Bluestone House)
(Same link as above)
Step 2 – Apply Dry Dirt to Wet Paint Surface
Step 3 – Apply Dirt & Water Mixture with Drip Effect (shown in video)
Step 4 – Apply Concentrated Dirt Water to Base
Step 5 – Seal and Protect
🔹 Rust-Oleum Matte Clear (Same as Vase #2)
https://www.homedepot.ca/product/rust...
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