May 28, 2015
Clay Pots are not just for Planting
Crafts · Home Interior
The decorators are back! It’s time for our monthly posts filled with fun ideas for clay pots!
Clay Pots are Not Just for Planting 
I created serveware pieces with my clay pots.
First up:
Beverage Dispenser Stand
We all have those cute beverage dispensers and some people (like me) have more than one! If you don’t have one, let me know…I may have one for you ;) I came up with this cute garden party look with clay pots and saucers. Choose a terracotta saucer that fits the base of your drink dispenser. Make sure that the clay pot has a large base, to handle the weight of your dispenser. What you need to create a beverage dispenser stand:
- 10” Clay Saucer
- 8” Clay Pot
- Spray paint of your choice
- E6000 Glue
Spray paint each piece. I used three colors and randomly sprayed each piece. After they were dry, I used a sanding block and distressed each piece. Use the E6000 glue to secure each piece together. 
Idea # 2
Clay Pot Cloche with a rope handle:
These colorful pottery cloches are perfect for keeping the insects off your food until it’s time to serve! Here’s what I used for this one:
- 8” Clay Pot
- 10” Clay Saucer
- 6” Clay Pot
- Spray paint
- E6000 glue
- Rope
Spray paint your pieces - this is optional - you don’t have to paint it. Glue the 10” saucer to the 6” pot. Cut a length of rope for the handle, tie a knot on one end. Thread the end without a knot through the drain hole from the bottom and then back through the top. Tie a knot in the second end. Test it to make sure the knot is large enough, so it doesn’t slip through. Both of these were very inexpensive projects but they look great party! 
I love greens and blues. Keeping the same color palette through out my outdoor design makes everything look cohesive. And beachy… 
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24 Comments
ArchiveSOOOOOOOO adorable!!! What great ideas! I love the clay pot cloche! Perfect for summer and perfect beachy colors. Very creative!
Thank you Yvonne :) Beachy is my favorite! Have a great day!
oh look at you. going to town with all those ideas. i actually have a broken beverage stand and never thought to use clay pot to hold it up. thank you for that!
I can't wait to see your clay pot beverage stand!!
Love this idea....I have a new project for the weekend! Thanks for such an inexpensive, easy and beautfiul idea!!!
You're so very welcome Robyn, good luck on your project!
You are so creative Debbie!! I love what you did with your clay pots! (Love your deck too!!Pretty! )
xo
Nancy
Debbie, you are such a delight and inspiration! I smile each and every time I receive an email from you. Thank you for all that you do to encourage others!
Debbie,
I love your decorative clay pots used for an outdoor party! Pretty colors.
pinned!
gail
Okay , these are perfect. What a great idea!!
BRAVO!
Completely unique and so very cute!!!!
You did such an amazing job with this whole display, Debbie! So fun for Summer!
Just wondering what 3 spray paint colors you used to get that look? I love the project!!
Hi Susie, I used green, blue and white. Just sprayed each until I had the look that I wanted.
This is such a cute idea and I love the colors you used too! I've been so busy with my project the last few weeks I missed your big event. I'll catch the next one!
Love these ideas!!! Are they waterproof, like, safe to store outside?
Excellent idea!! I love pedestal dishes and this is one is perfect for the patio! Thanks for the inspiration :)
I think your clay pot serving pieces are fabulous! I've got to make a drink station stand! Thanks for sharing your creative ideas! hugs!
I love a DIY that is simple, inexpensive, a packs a wow factor. These you've shared here fill all the boxes, thank you. Gorgeous color!
I always wish I were more creative with things like this! I love the platters from the clay pots!
This vignette is so pretty! And I love the color you painted the pots! Very nice.
Brilliant way to re use them. Love the color. I am planning on doing some thing with clay pot this week! Love this color.
Maria
if I did, I’d do exactly what you have done. They are so fun and such a great pop of color against the white walls. And if you get bored, you can just rip it off and start over! Visiting from Redo It Yourself Inspiration party.
Thanks so much Lisa!