You can craft your own rustic vase using an old vessel and paint, achieving a look reminiscent of those found in boutique stores.
What Type of Vases Can Be Painted?
This project is versatile, suitable for almost any vessel, whether old or new. Choose vases with unique shapes or features like handles for added visual interest.
Consider these options for your project:
- Stone or terracotta pots
- Ceramic vases
- Affordable glass vases from budget stores
- Sleek white bud vases
- Mason jars
- Decorative glass bottles
- Tin or galvanized metal vases
Choosing vessels with existing textures enhances the final appearance with more depth and definition.
A Simple Way to Create Rustic Vase (with Paint)
Whether it’s a vase, lamp, or bowl, I appreciate how this worn and discovered appearance elevates your decor by adding dimension and intrigue.
Where to Acquire An Old Vase/ An Inexpensive Vase
When I embark on DIY projects like this one, my first stop is usually the thrift store or discount retailers for materials.Luckily, there are numerous affordable sources where you can find a suitable old or inexpensive vase for this project.
What Type of Vases Can Be Painted?
This project is versatile, suitable for almost any vessel, whether old or new. Opt for vessels with unique shapes or features like handles for added visual interest.
Consider these options for your project:
- Stone or terracotta pots
- Ceramic vases
- Affordable glass vases from budget stores
- Sleek white bud vases
- Mason jars
- Decorative glass bottles
- Tin or galvanized metal vases
Choosing vases with existing textures enhances the final appearance with more depth and definition.
Types of Paint Ideal for Painting Your Vase
Thus far, spray paint has been my go-to for these types of painted vessel projects.
However, if you have other types of paint on hand, they can also be used:
– Acrylic paint
– Spray paint (recommended for ease of use)
– Chalk paint
– Mineral paint
– Interior paint
For glass or smooth-surfaced vessels, a primer is necessary before painting to ensure proper adhesion.
Step-by-step for DIY Rustic
Find below certain tips and steps to help you transform any ordinary vase, to one that has rustic charm.
It is highly recommended that you conduct this project outdoors or in a well-ventilated space.
- Thoroughly clean your chosen vessel before beginning, ensuring it’s completely dry before proceeding. (If your vessel is new, this step can often be skipped.)
- Paint your vessel with your desired paint. Angle the spray can to effectively cover the vessel’s top. (Perform this step in a well-ventilated area.)
- While the paint remains slightly wet and tacky, sprinkle dirt onto the vessel (refer to the video).
- Utilize a wax brush to gently brush away the dirt. This process also embeds some dirt into the paint, enhancing texture (Repeat steps 2-4 if the initial paint coat isn’t sufficient.)
- Next, create a watery mixture of soil and water (ensuring it’s not too thick).
- Use your hands to dab the “muddy water” onto the vessel, then blend it in with the wax brush. Continue adding small amounts of muddy water and blending until achieving your desired appearance.
Once your vessel is dry, fill it with flowers or greenery.