Decorating with Terra-Cotta

mini terra-cotta pots in a cupcake holder

Terra-cotta pots and saucers are readily available in garden centers, craft stores, and  hardware stores, which makes decorating with them quite easy. They are an all-time favorite of Paula’s, and she is always picking up a few new ones or reclaiming them from the potting table and doing fun things with them around the house.

[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_3″ spacing=”yes” last=”no” center_content=”no” hide_on_mobile=”no” background_color=”” background_image=”https://pauladeenmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/terra-cotta-decor-1.jpg” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_position=”left top” border_position=”all” border_size=”0px” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” padding=”” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=”” animation_type=”0″ animation_direction=”down” animation_speed=”0.1″ class=”” id=””][/fusion_builder_column]
[fusion_builder_column type=”2_3″ spacing=”yes” last=”yes” center_content=”no” hide_on_mobile=”no” background_color=”” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_position=”left top” border_position=”all” border_size=”0px” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” padding=”” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=”” animation_type=”0″ animation_direction=”down” animation_speed=”0.1″ class=”” id=””]For this charming place setting, a small terra-cotta pot is filled with a simple floral arrangement and covered with a glass dome with a seed packet attached as a party favor. A large terra-cotta saucer is used as a charger to house the dinnerware.[/fusion_builder_column]

[fusion_builder_column type=”1_3″ spacing=”yes” last=”no” center_content=”no” hide_on_mobile=”no” background_color=”” background_image=”https://pauladeenmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/terra-cotta-decor-2.jpg” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_position=”left top” border_position=”all” border_size=”0px” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” padding=”” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=”” animation_type=”0″ animation_direction=”down” animation_speed=”0.1″ class=”” id=””][/fusion_builder_column]
[fusion_builder_column type=”2_3″ spacing=”yes” last=”yes” center_content=”no” hide_on_mobile=”no” background_color=”” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_position=”left top” border_position=”all” border_size=”0px” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” padding=”” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=”” animation_type=”0″ animation_direction=”down” animation_speed=”0.1″ class=”” id=””]A medium terra-cotta pot works perfectly as a utensil holder in the kitchen, and the rich earth-tone color blends nicely with a mix of natural surfaces and finishes.[/fusion_builder_column]

[fusion_builder_column type=”1_3″ spacing=”yes” last=”no” center_content=”no” hide_on_mobile=”no” background_color=”” background_image=”https://pauladeenmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/terra-cotta-decor-5.jpg” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_position=”left top” border_position=”all” border_size=”0px” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” padding=”” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=”” animation_type=”0″ animation_direction=”down” animation_speed=”0.1″ class=”” id=””][/fusion_builder_column]
[fusion_builder_column type=”2_3″ spacing=”yes” last=”yes” center_content=”no” hide_on_mobile=”no” background_color=”” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_position=”left top” border_position=”all” border_size=”0px” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” padding=”” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=”” animation_type=”0″ animation_direction=”down” animation_speed=”0.1″ class=”” id=””]When entertaining calls for extra seating and tabletops, convert an oversized pot and saucer combination into a creative and cost-efficient side table.[/fusion_builder_column]

[fusion_builder_column type=”1_3″ spacing=”yes” last=”no” center_content=”no” hide_on_mobile=”no” background_color=”” background_image=”https://pauladeenmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/terra-cotta-decor-3.jpg” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_position=”left top” border_position=”all” border_size=”0px” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” padding=”” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=”” animation_type=”0″ animation_direction=”down” animation_speed=”0.1″ class=”” id=””][/fusion_builder_column]
[fusion_builder_column type=”2_3″ spacing=”yes” last=”yes” center_content=”no” hide_on_mobile=”no” background_color=”” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_position=”left top” border_position=”all” border_size=”0px” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” padding=”” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=”” animation_type=”0″ animation_direction=”down” animation_speed=”0.1″ class=”” id=””]A cupcake stand creates a working centerpiece when it houses small terra-cotta pots filled with both flowers and appetizer treats on top.

When storing food in any terra-cotta container, line the inside of the piece with foil, plastic wrap, parchment paper, or wax paper before filling with food.[/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]