Old Cup Fish Planter

By Hobbyideas Team • Apr 23, 2025 • 0 • 0 • Level: A
[favorites_button]
Terracotta

This repurposed cup transforms into a whimsical planter, adding a touch of charm to your space. Adorable fish shapes crafted from clay playfully adorn its surface. A unique and creative way to display your small plants. 

Click to rate this post!
[Total: 0 Average: 0]

Materials Needed

Fevicryl Pastel Acrylic Colour (Pack of 10 shades), Fevicryl Mouldit, Fevicol MR, Old Ceramic Mug, Clay Modelling Tools, Paint Brush, Colour Palette, Water Container.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1

Step 1

  • This is an old ceramic mug repurposed as a new stylish planter for your home.
  • Take an old ceramic mug and clean it fully with tissue or cloth.

Step 2

Step 2

  • Take Fevicryl Mouldit, resin and hardener, mix well to make the dough even.
  • Cover the entire mug with clay.
  • When it’ semi dry, form fins, eyes and lips of the fish differently and stick it to the base of the body using Fevicol MR.
  • Let it dry.
  • Refer to the image.

Step 3

Step 3

  • Paint the base coat using Fevicryl Pastel Acrylic Colour White 27.
  • Start painting the design with pastel shades to give it a soft aquatic smooth touch.
  • Pick Fevicryl Pastel Acrylic Colours and start painting the design.
  • Let it dry.

Step 4

Step 4

  • Once the base colour is done, take a zero number brush and paint the details of fish’s body.
  • Let dry.

Step 5

Step 5

  • This is your repurposed fish planter for your plant babies.

Tags
Art And Craft Basic Techniques Of Forming Clay Clay Clay Craft Clay Modeling Clay Shapes Craft Decorated Decoration Diy Do It Your Self Hand Decorated Hand Methods Of Forming Clay Handmade Hobby How To How To Make Shapes In Clay Shapes
Click to rate this post!
[Total: 0 Average: 0]

Leave a Comment