Have you heard of “Trash to Terracotta”? Geneva Vanderzeil from Collective Gen created a paint + baking powder recipe to transform old vases into textured ceramic beauties. I’ve seen people try either baking powder or baking soda (it’s understandably easy to confuse the two) as this technique gained popularity on Instagram. I stayed true to the original recipe and used baking powder, but use whichever works for you!
Materials
Old vases/pots/containers
Paint (I used leftover interior matte paint)
Baking powder
Before
I started with 7 pieces then started grabbing everything in sight once I saw how well they turned out!
After
How I styled them
Almost all of the pieces made it onto the ladder shelf in the living room. Together, they create a beautiful, cohesive collection that I can’t get enough of!
A perfect spot for morning coffee, isn’t it?
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These look amazing! Two questions: what brand and name are the green color(s)? Do you know if this would hold-up outside if I use an exterior paint? I fear using a sealer would alter the finish. Thank you
Hi I would like to know the green colors as well THANKS LOVE THE VASES
Thank you! The paint colors are a mix of what I had around, including:
Fatigue Green – Benjamin Moore
Windsor Green – Benjamin Moore
Fennel Seed – Behr
Pasha Brown – Behr
Mink Haze – Behr
Whisper White – Behr
As for holding up outside with exterior paint, I’m not entirely sure. I would recommend using a matte sealer for a similar texture!
How much Backing Powder do you use?
Is this painting technique waterproof, i.e., can one wash out the vase when changing the flowers?