Looking for a simple, inexpensive way to add a bit of Halloween charm to your fall decor?
This summer, I bought up a lot of peat pots of various shapes and sizes at an estate sale. I've made
simple peat pot baskets before and have enjoyed incorporating them into vignettes. With my latest acquisition of peat pots, I decided to go with a Halloween theme.
As usual, I forgot to photograph the "in progress." But, I can assure you this project can be completed in 4 easy steps.
Choose the images you want to use and print them on card stock, sized to fit your peat pots. I found my images at The Graphics Fairy.
Paint your peat pot the color of your choice. A light coat of paint works best. Don't worry if the original pot surface peeks through. The charming result is a slightly distressed and rustic appearance. Peat pots are absorbent, so a heavy coat of paint can cause the pot to warp when it dries.
Adhere your image to the peat pot with craft glue or Mod Podge. Again, the absorbency of the pot comes into play. It will soak up some of the glue, so cover the back of the image completely with a thick coat. Let the application dry completely before beginning the decorating phase.
Now, embellish, embellish, embellish! I used vintage buttons, paper flowers, glitter, twine, paper doilies, rick rack and vintage lace. Some pots are finished off with rustic, wrapped wire handles and vintage lace from a 1940s wedding dress and filled with Spanish moss. Others are topped with glittery tulle inserts I made from extra wide tulle ribbon.
Make it a great day!
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