I’m always trying to think of easy ways to add coastal touches to my decor. This Coastal Candle Holder from a Terra Cotta Pot was a quick and easy DIY way to do that. The cost was low and it’s a fun little decor piece. It didn’t take long at all to put together.
To make my Coastal Candle Holder from a Terra Cotta Pot, I purchased a 4 inch flower pot from Home Depot. It was only .78. The dish was 6 inches and it cost $1.32. I bought the rope and candle at Walmart. The total for both was about $5.00. I already had the paint, brushes and starfish.
The paint is Waverly Chalk Paint in a color appropriately called Ocean. I gave the pot and the dish two coats, allowing about 10 minutes of drying time between each coat. I thought about using the tan paint pictured above for a contrast in colors, but decided against it. I sprayed both pieces with Krylon Crystal Clear Sealer.
Once both pieces were dry, I decided on placement. I like the look of the pot upside down with the dish on top. I thought about gluing the pieces together, but I don’t think that’s necessary. It balances well.
I wanted to see how it would look with the candle before I got too far along. I added some small river rocks to the dish, too. It was okay, so I kept going.
I added a line of rope around the pot using hot glue to keep it in place.
The starfish is hot glued to the rope.
I added a second piece of rope just under the dish. I placed it on top of my wine bar and I liked it, but it wasn’t quite right.
I decided to add some small Folly Beach sea shells on top of the rocks. I like this look better than the rocks.
Terra Cotta Pots is this week’s Hot Hash Tag on Hometalk. I don’t think I would have thought of making a Coastal Candle Holder from a Terra Cotta Pot if I hadn’t been inspired to think creatively about uses for these pots.
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It’s a fun accent piece to go along with my other coastal decor. It was quick, easy, and inexpensive-that’s my kind of diy decor!
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Coastal Candle Holder from a Terra Cotta Pot
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Beverly shares easy, inexpensive craft tutorials, diy projects for the home, coastal decor projects, & thrift store find makeover projects all designed to help you create a beautiful home on a budget.
Laurie says
Beverly, What a great idea for a candle holder! I love the color and the coastal touches with the rope, starfish and shells! I think this is an awesome project that is easy to do and looks great! Pinned and shared!
Beverly says
Thanks! I had fun with it. I wasn’t sure exactly how it would turn out when I started it, but I’m pretty pleased with it. I love that it was so easy! Thanks for sharing!
Carol ("Mimi") says
What an attractive idea! This would be a great addition to a summer porch or patio setting. I love the color, and the addition of the rope, seashells, and starfish really make the candle holder special.
Beverly says
Thanks, Carol! I had fun putting it together. It would be great for a patio.
Pili says
You always come up with the best coastal ideas, Beverly!! I love how this candle holder looks, the blue color and the rope are perfect for a beach house.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Beverly says
Aww, thanks, Pili! I appreciate that. I had a hard time choosing the color, but I was happy with the blue.
Pili says
I wanted to tell you I chose this as my feature for this week’s party, congratulations!
Beverly says
Thanks so much, Pili! I’m delighted you liked it!
Debrashoppeno5 says
This is a super idea. The coastal look is so popular and this fits right in. Plus it is an easy project. I love the color you painted it and the accents of the shells and rope.
Beverly says
Thank you, Debra! It’s such an easy project and inexpensive, too.
Angie ~ ambient wares says
This is the perfect coastal decor and so inexpensive! Looks great and such a unique use for a terra cotta pot. Pinned & sharing!
Beverly says
Thanks, Angie. Yes, I love how inexpensive this was to make. It’s a simple little project that was easy to put together. Thanks so much for the shares!
Julie says
That’s beautiful, what a clever idea. That blue is such a gorgeous colour.
Beverly says
Thanks, Julie! I really love that color, too.
Helen at Pleasures of the NW says
Now I’m really missing the beach – I really need a beach cottage so I can decorate with all your fantastic coastal designs! Thanks for sharing on the Pleasures of the NW’s DIY link up!
Beverly says
I wish I had a beach cottage, but I’m about 15 miles from the shore. That doesn’t stop me from using coastal decor. Thanks for the party, Helen!
Smiling Notes says
This is such a fun and creative idea! I loved the way this project turned out. I’m totally going to try it out! Thanks a lot for sharing this post at the Family joy blog link up party! Pinned 🙂
Beverly says
Thank you! It’s super easy to put together. Thanks for the party.
Jess says
Adorbs!! 🙂
I would love for you to share this with my Facebook Group for recipes, crafts, tips, and tricks: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pluckyrecipescraftstips/
Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!
Beverly says
Thanks! Thanks for the party, too.
Carol says
I always love your coastal decor and this is no exception. In ocean blue, it could also go with other summer accessories in so many ways.
Beverly says
Thank you, Carol! This is a great summer color. It will go well with Fourth of July decor I think.
Michelle says
Such a super lovely, great idea Beverly. It fits perfectly into any kind of decor and we have a whole bunch of terracotta pots out back that we can use too. Thanks so much for the share
Beverly says
Thanks, Michelle! It’s such an easy project to do and you’re right, you could paint the pots to fit any decor.
shelley says
This is such a cute idea and would be a great way to bring a little of the coast to my little piece of the Texas plains. Thanks for sharing at Over the Moon.
Beverly says
Thanks, Shelley! It would be an easy way to bring a simple coastal piece into your home. Thanks for the party!
Chloe Crabtree says
I am always on the lookout for coastal accents to add to my decor, this is adorable! I can see these down the center of a table for a casual coastal feel! Thanks for sharing at Celebrate Your Story!
Beverly says
Thank you, Chloe! Having several of these down the center of a table is a great idea! Thanks for the party each week!
Twochicksandamom/Donna says
Hi ladies, stopping by to let you know that we chose your Coastal Candle Holder to feature at Snickerdoodle Create Bake Make link party this week! Love coastal decor!
http://twochicksandamom.blogspot.com/2017/05/happy-mothers-day-and-snickerdoodle.html
Beverly says
Oh, wow, Donna, Thank you! I love all things coastal, too.
Grammy Dee says
How pretty, love it. Unique and easy to do. Love anything done up in a coastal theme. Thank you Beverly for linking up at the #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I shared this post.
Beverly says
Thank you! It’s such an easy project to put together. I love all things coastal and I love easy, inexpensive DIY coastal projects. I appreciate the party and all of the social shares.
Donna says
Such a great idea! Thank you so much for sharing this at: #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty !
Beverly says
Thanks, Donna and thank you for the shares.
Lori Hill-Smith says
So pretty! The coast is my family’/ favorite vacation spot! Thank you for sharing at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty
Beverly says
Thanks, Lori! I love bringing coastal touches into my decor. Thanks for the party!
Teresa says
I’m so in love with the coastal look right now; I wish I could do an entire house in it! This is so pretty and the ease of it makes it a great project. Thank you so much for sharing it with us at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. Pinned and tweeted!
Beverly says
There are so many ways to bring a coastal look in. This is an easy one! Thanks for the party and for the social shares, Teresa.
Clearissa says
I am a crafter and I love this simple yet so impactful craft. Thinking about my centerpiece for my deck this summer. Thank you. Thank you for linking up at the #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty.
Beverly says
I love easy crafts, too, Clearissa. This would be great for a deck table centerpiece. Thanks for hosting.
Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyond says
i love this easy and effective DIY idea. Thanks for sharing with us at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I’ve pinned and shared. Have a great week!
Beverly says
Thanks, Sue! I appreciate the social shares and the party. Hope you’re having a great week, too!
Carol ("Mimi") says
Thank you for linking up at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I’m sharing your post on social media.
Beverly says
Thank you for the party and the shares, Carol.
Grammy Dee says
Congrats beverly! Your post was featured at the #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. See here: http://grammysgrid.com/blogging-grandmothers-link-party-16/
Beverly says
How fun! Thank you, Dee. I’ll be sure to stop by the party today!
Grammy Dee says
Oops, typing too fast, didn’t capitalize the B in your name 🙂
STEPHANIE ABBOTT says
Really cute idea. Scheduled to our Pinterest boards. Thanks for sharing at To Grandma’s House We Go.
Beverly says
Thanks, Stephanie! I appreciate the pin and the party.