Oh So Shabby Chic!
I was so pleased with how my shabby chic tin cans turned out (full tutorial here) that I decided to make some more but the only member of our family to eat canned food is the cat and I didn't have enough empties to hand. So I turned to the internet for alternatives.......
......and saw these stunning altered peat pots.
I really wanted mine to have an aged look, with the lace forming an integral part of the design rather than appearing 'stuck on', so I used Powertex fabric hardener. This brilliant product allows fabric to be set solid into any position whilst still allowing the original colour and texture to show through.
The lace will be permanently fixed into soft ruffles with an application of Powertex.
Once the Powertex was dry I sponged the pots with gentle shades of cream and white, allowing the paint to crackle between coats. The lace really does look part of the pot and has the feel of antique ceramics or pottery.
Peat pots are ridiculously cheap, I purchased mine in a pack of thirty from our local 'Everything for a Pound' store!
The pots are featured over at the Buddy Crafts Blog, where you can also find other fabulous Powertex projects.
Hi Josie, it would be a good way of recycling the zillions of plastic pots we gardeners end up with. I like the idea of making a gift with them instead of chucking them in the bin. Yours look brilliant. Off to look what else can be done with Powertex. Thanks for the idea and links, take care. Sharon x
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous idea - my mind is already busy thinking of other things I could transform!!
ReplyDeleteI think I like these even more than the cans. You are such an inspiration Josie, I'm so glad you visited my little blog when I started as it meant I found your's and have found lots of gorgeous projects to add to my list. Thank you. Hx
ReplyDeleteI found your blog whilst looking to learn how to crochet so that I can add a crocheted lace edging to bunting and pillow cases. Your last post (here) was adorable, who knew you could crochet sea horses! Josie xx
DeleteThese are lovely, would make cute table arrangements for weddings etc! x
ReplyDeleteOh yes, they are so shabby chic! I like the contrast between colourful flowers and creamy peat pots! Such a good idea! xx
ReplyDeleteoh how lovely! might have to make myself some :)
ReplyDeleteFabulous! X
ReplyDeleteSo creative, Josie. I like Granny Button Box's idea of doing this with plastic pots. I must have a million. I'll have to see if Powertex can be sourced here.
ReplyDeletePrecious, precious, Josie! How simple was THAT?!?! The creative possibilities are endless! Anything with lace on it?! Always a winner in my book!
ReplyDeleteHugs and happy highways,
Kelley~
These are so pretty. I have never heard of Powertex before but it looks like a great product.
ReplyDeleteWOW! Love how they turned out! I am learning so much. Now If I only had the time to do it all. LOL! Hugs and blessings, Cindy
ReplyDeleteWhere do you get your ideas from - brilliant.
ReplyDeleteI think these little pots are so sweet, and they would be a nice little gift if you were going to friends for lunch/ coffee or any time gift. Great.
ReplyDeleteI love your altered peat pots...what a great idea, they look beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHappy weekend!
Helen xox
These look great :)
ReplyDeleteYour little pots look beautiful, Josie!....Such pretty photographs too :-)
ReplyDeleteSusan x
These are beautiful Josie, love them!
ReplyDeleteLove this idea- the texture makes them so interesting. Thank-you for the inspiration. Hx
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