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Usher in spring with this pretty painted pot. The soothing color of sage makes for a great addition to any room, but is perfect for a relaxing spot on your patio or balcony. Fill with pretty flowers or fragrant herbs.

You will need:

6" terra cotta pot
terra cotta tray
acrylic paint in white, sage, brown and country blue
paint brush
leaf shaped foam stamps, 1 large and 1 small
acrylic sealer spray, matte finish


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What you do:

Paint the pot and the tray white. Repeat with a second coat and allow to dry completely.

Put some sage paint into a tray or small cup. Add some white paint to lighten. Paint the lip of the tray and the rim of the pot with the sage mixture, repeat if needed and let dry completely.