How to Make a Chalkboard Flower Pot

1.Create a space for spray painting the flower pot. Cover surfaces with newspaper or a drop cloth to prevent staining. In addition, make sure the area is well ventilated (or go outdoors).

Painting the Pot

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   Place the pot (without the plant inside it) on the covered surface. Option: Shake the can as instructed, then spray to coat the pot evenly with chalkboard spray paint.
   
   
   
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   Smoothen the pot using a 80 grit sandpaper.
   
   
   
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   Clean it using a wet rag so the dust will be removed.
   
   
   
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   Start Spraying the pot
   
   
   
   • If you don't have a Chalk spray paint, you can purchase chalk paint readily available in hardwares.
     
     
     
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   Allow the first coat of paint to dry. This can take up to 24 hours depending on humidity levels.
   
   
   
   • Consider adding a second coat. You will want this paint to be especially durable as your recipient will be writing on it (and erasing) often.
     
     
     
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   Add flourishes to the pot if desired. If you're going to paint a special message or add a painted border along the top of the pot, do this now.
   
   
   
   • Messages could include "Best Sister", "Thanks Teacher" or "Love You", etc.

Adding the Plant or Flower

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   Carefully drop the flower or plant into the fully dried decorated pot.
   
   
   
   • Make sure all of the paint has completely dried and completely finished before adding the plant. Painted leaves make it hard for the plant to photosynthesize!
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   Add a ribbon and/or card holder to the plant. Finish off the gift with a decorative ribbon or some way to make it look festive. It's now ready to give to your lucky recipient.
   
   
   
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   Write a special message on the chalkboard paint. For example, write something like “thank you for helping me to grow” if you're giving to a teacher, or "thanks for all your help with the bake sale" for a volunteer.
   
   
   
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   Finished.
   
   
   
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