Decorative Terra Cotta Penguin Pots

These penguin pots are easily made from garden terra cotta, and are a merry way to decorate both indoors and out. Make a tiny set for your mantle, or do some in larger sizes to use as yard art. No matter where you put them, they're sure to get a smile.
Designs by Marcia Goss

Project #:
99212

Crafting Time: 90 minutes each

Skill Level:

1 being the easiest

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DecoArt^™ Patio Paint^™, Cloud White
DecoArt^™ Patio Paint^™, Fiesta Yellow
DecoArt^™ Patio Paint^™, Geranium Red
DecoArt^™ Patio Paint^™, Mistletoe Green
DecoArt^™ Patio Paint^™, Pinecone Brown
DecoArt^™ Patio Paint^™, Wrought Iron Black
Clay pot, 1-inch
Clay pot, 2 inch
Clay pot, 4 inch
Clay saucer, 2-inch
Clay saucer, 3 inch

Clay saucer, 4 inch
Craft foam, black
Masking tape
Outdoor glitter
Outdoor snow
Paintbrush, flat shader, No. 4
Paintbrush, flat, No. 12
Paintbrush, liner, No. 2
Paint palette or disposable plates
Palette knife or stir stick
Water container

Cost of each project will vary depending on materials used.

Due to the seasonal nature of some merchandise, actual availability of some products pictured may vary.

	For All Penguins: Glue two same size pots together, rim to rim for body. Use No. 12 flat paintbrush to basecoat face and stomach as shown in photo with Cloud White. Basecoat remaining pot surfaces with Wrought Iron Black. Paint edges of White face and stomach with Pinecone Brown to give antique appearance.
	Cut two wings from craft foam. Glue to rim of upper pot on each side as shown in photo.
	Refer to photo and use No. 4 flat paintbrush to paint beak and bottom lip with Fiesta Yellow as shown in photo; shade beak with a touch of Geranium Red. Paint lower part of mouth with Geranium Red and upper part with Wrought Iron Black.
	Use No. 2 liner to paint eyes, eyebrows and chin with Wrought Iron Black.
	If desired, mix small amount of Geranium Red with Cloud White and use No. 4 flat paintbrush to apply rosy cheeks.
	Paint saucer with Fiesta Yellow; shade with Geranium Red. Paint a rectangle on front of saucer with Wrought Iron Black as shown in photo. Glue bottom of saucer to bottom of pot with black rectangle centered in front.
	For Small Penguin: Paint 1-inch pot with Mistletoe Green. Use clean pencil eraser to add dots of Cloud White and Geranium Red. Glue pot to top of small penguin.
	For Medium Penguin: Paint 2-inch pot with Cloud White. Use No. 2 liner to paint criss crossing stripes of Geranium Red and Mistletoe Green. Glue pot to top of medium penguin.
	For Large Penguin: Paint 3-inch pot with Geranium Red. Use No. 2 liner to paint leaves with Mistletoe Green as shown in photo; highlight with Cloud White. Use tip of paintbrush handle to add dots of Cloud White. Glue pot to top of large penguin.
	For All Penguins: Use palette knife or stir stick to apply and shape Outdoor Snow on rim and top of hat and on base.
	Use No. 12 flat paintbrush to apply Starshine.

Tip: Because of the self-sealing agents, Patio Paint does not require a varnish upon completion.

Clean paintbrushes with water and dry with paper towels before changing colors.

Use size of paintbrush appropriate for area to be painted.

Allow paint to dry before continuing to next step.

Paint pots inside and out to completely waterproof.

The information on this instruction sheet is presented in good faith, but no warranty is given, nor results guaranteed. Quantities and selections may vary at each store. Michaels® Stores, Inc. disclaims all liability from any injury to anyone undertaking the construction of this project as a result of improper safety precautions. Since we have no control over physical conditions surrounding the application of information herein contained, MSI disclaims any liability for untoward results. © 2009 MSI.

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