Spray Painting Ceramics


It works better than you'd think....
Sometimes you find a cool piece but the colors 
just aren't working for you...


I loved this little ceramic piece... 

match holder? tea bags?
(Personally, I think the big box of stick matches fits right in here)

I gave it a coat of high gloss white spray paint...


and a star is born!


Now it "matches" my kitchen! 
Hmmmm... I wonder what else I can paint.....

and by the way, tea bags fit very nicely too!


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  1. amyrdhFebruary 17, 2013 at 8:48 AM

    Would never have thought to do that! Now I can't wait to hit the thrift store...

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  2. Okio B DesignsFebruary 17, 2013 at 9:11 AM

    Looks great now! I have so many pieces that could use a makeover like this!

    Jeanine

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  3. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsFebruary 17, 2013 at 9:27 AM

    Wow, I never would have thought you could do that, Susan! I'll be looking at some ceramic pieces I've passed up at Goodwill differently now.

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2013 at 9:54 AM

    Cute find and I love to paint ceramics. Great job. Hugs, Marty

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  5. UnknownFebruary 17, 2013 at 10:06 AM

    Wow, think of the possibilities!

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  6. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2013 at 10:07 AM

    does it rub/scrape/wash off? meaning just how durable is the paint over?

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    1. HomeroadFebruary 17, 2013 at 7:24 PM

      Hi Eolist Petite.... It doesn't rub or scrape off. It seems to be on really well. I have some pieces I did last year and they are still fine. I would not put it in the dishwasher and only hand wash.
      Susan

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  7. LyndaFebruary 18, 2013 at 6:53 AM

    It looks amazing....I would want to add a french decal from the Graphic's Fairy....marvelous idea you have there....off to the cupboard to find a hidden jewel. Merci!

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  8. Laurel@ChippingwithCharmFebruary 18, 2013 at 8:55 AM

    Ah-haaa!! I never would have thought to paint ceramic pieces...smart thinking!! Perfect for your teabags!! I have some galvanized metal match holders I've been trying to think of a purpose for...now I know!! Thanks :)

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  9. BlissFebruary 18, 2013 at 9:22 AM

    That did work pretty good, and nope - I would not have thought to do that. I'm starting to get scared at how much stuff I'm going to be packing in my car when garage sale season starts!

    Bliss

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  10. DonnaFebruary 18, 2013 at 5:15 PM

    I definitely will try this! Thanks.

    Donna

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  11. must love junkFebruary 18, 2013 at 9:05 PM

    What a great idea! I'm your newest follower-love your header and great first name, too-lol! I'd love you to visit and say hi :)
    Susan

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  12. UnknownFebruary 19, 2013 at 12:13 AM

    Woo, I love it!! I have such a hard time seeing the "potential" in items like that. I love seeing good inspiration pieces like this.

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  13. Deborah@Green Willow PondFebruary 19, 2013 at 8:46 AM

    That is a cute piece! I would have probably passed it by because of the design. Nice to know ceramic can be spray painted. Have a great week!

    hugs,
    Deborah

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  14. My Repurposed LifeFebruary 19, 2013 at 3:08 PM

    LOVE the updated look Susan! glossy white was the perfect choice.

    gail

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  15. UnknownMarch 7, 2013 at 5:33 PM

    It looks like a different piece. Thanks for the tip.

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  16. Our Hopeful HomeMay 22, 2014 at 1:16 AM

    I literally just put aside a painted pitcher that I was going to give to Goodwill but thought maybe I could paint it. Now I know I will! Kathleen

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