DIY Stoneware Bowl
I’ve got a fun DIY Stoneware Bowl to share for this month’s thrift store makeover. I love the look of stoneware, but it can be pricing and I never come across pieces at our thrift stores. So a couple of months ago Kristin at My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia shared how she created stoneware with a glass vase she found at the thrift store.
So here’s the glass bowl I scooped up for only $1!!! I loved the shape and thought it would be perfect on the new chunky wood shelf I just built.
How to Make Faux Stoneware
First step was picking out my paint. I used a sample gray paint that I had on hand. I thought it would go good with the colors in my family room.
Then I grabbed baking soda. After reading Kristin’s post I decided I wanted to do about a 50/50 ratio of paint and baking soda.
I used a disposable cup and mixed it together well with a wooden skewer, for easy cleanup.
Use a cheap, chippy brush to apply the mixture. I gave it a nice, thin, even coat for the first coat.
Then I let it dry for about an hour before I gave it a second coat.
After letting it dry overnight I had this beautiful DIY Stoneware Bowl!!!
I added some greenery and it found a home on my new shelf.
Now here are the projects from the team, you can check out everyone’s makeovers in the link below.
DIY Stoneware Bowl from Domestically Speaking
Hanging Necklace Organizer from My Repurposed Life
Painted Butterfly House from Petticoat Junktion
Balustrade Lamp Makeover from Our Southern Home
Repurposed Wire Basket Into Planter from My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia
Mid Century Makeover on Wooden Cigar Boxes from Sadie Seasongoods
Repurposed Galvanized Funnel from House of Hawthornes
Wow!!! What a difference this makes! I really need to try this look.
It’s so pretty. I am inspired to make one for a gift. Thanks for the idea.
Hi how can I make this waterproof for outdoors please? Helen, Algarve Portugal
HA! Ever since I saw Kristin’s project the other month, I’ve been wanting to try it, too!! What a fabulous technique, your “stone” bowl looks fantastic!
That is really cool and I have just the container to try it on.
Now – about the greenery – are the eucalyptus a recent purchase, and where did you buy them?
Thanks,
Sheila
Thanks Sheila! The cascading greenery I found at Hobby Lobby.
This looks so GOOD!!! It’s fun to play around with the texture and thank you for the mention 🙂 Have a great day, hope the sun is coming out near you 🙂
It’s such a fun project & so easy!
I’m amazed on how much it really does look like stone!
Right!! I have so many ideas now!!!!