I should probably call this post “faux gold leaf” because the technique I used to create these adorable white and gold succulent pots isn’t really gold leaf at all. However it does create the high-end expensive look without the price attached. I do want to brag on the fact that this look was created with dollar store supplies paired with supplies I already had on hand (and you might too).
This project is really so simple, and the colors can be easily adjusted to fit your decor. As you know from previous projects here, I’m loving the current gold look, so that’s what I went with.
Supplies:
- Small terra cotta pots (mine came in a set of three for $1 at Dollar Tree)
- Blue painters tape
- White spray paint (for great coverage, I liked Krylon Dual paint + primer in white gloss)
- Gold spray paint (Krylon Metallic Gold)
- River rock pebbles (also from Dollar Tree)
- Small succulent cuttings (real or faux, your choice)
First, spray paint your pots white.
Um, and be more careful than I was about what you use to spray paint on, because I now have a striped sidewalk (and yes, I did know better, just wasn’t thinking)…
Let them dry completely, and then use your blue painters tape to block off the white. The space left showing will become gold. I used my tape to do three different simple color block patterns.
Spray paint the areas showing with your gold paint. This will give the pots the gold leaf effect.
Remove the blue tape when it’s dry.
Plant your succulents, and top with the river rock pebbles.
Enjoy!
If you like this, you’ll probably also like my other planter projects too.
Dawn Pfefferle says
I love this! And your photos are outstanding! Nice job.
Melissa Viscount says
Wow Molly! These are stunning. I can't believe how simple they were to make. You're right when you say they have a high-end look. And I am with Dawn ^^^ your photos are beautiful! I am pinning! I would love it, too, if you would like up with us at the Link It or Lump It link party! http://www.twoityourself.com/2014/01/link-it-or-lump-it-link-party-23-plus.html
Lyndsay Collins says
Really cute! You're right that they have a high end look without the price tag. I'll have to check out my dollar store to see if I can find any of these supplies!
Melanie@FinditMakeitLoveit.com says
Beautiful! I love the gold with the succulents!
Epic says
What a great idea. These can be used an end of year teacher gift. Thanks for sharing. Popping by to say hi from the hop.
Cheers,
Char
http://1epicmom.com
Sarah M Schultz says
These are adorable!
Shelly Dolen says
I love the gold & white pots with the of the green of the succulents! I think this would be an adorable little St. Patrick's Day gift!
I picked this for one of my Hit Me With Your Best Shot Knockouts this week! Thanks SO much for linking up!
Maria Brittis says
What a great idea for a wedding center pieces for a specific table where the gifts are. Im planning my daughter wedding and this would be great idea, her colors are gold and white!
ThanksMaria
Janet says
Very nice. Little pots I might find space for in this poorly lit house. Where dogs won't get at them. Love that it's easy. Instant (almost) gratification.
Janet
Hani Shabbir says
Fun project I will be featuring this tomorrow.. 🙂