Want to know how to age terracotta pots with buttermilk and moss? I have found that using these two ingredients creates a gorgeous aged look!
I get all geeked out whenever I see an old and aged terracotta pot. New, they’re really no frills, but when these pots have the aged batina the sides, then I’m all in. Letting the pots get to this stage of gorgeousness takes months, if not years of being weathered and exposed to the elements. However, what if I shared with you a way to age them and achieve this beautiful batina in just a few short weeks?!
The DIY is super easy and super affordable!
How To Age Terracotta Pots With Buttermilk And Moss
Though yogurt is a super popular way to age terracotta pots, buttermilk is also an easy way to age them, and the process is very similar.
Start by cleaning all of the dirt off the moss, and putting it in a bowl.
Pour the buttermilk over the moss into a bowl and then combine with either your hands or a paint brush.
Use your brush to paint the mixture over the terracotta pots or even use your hands as I have done here. Make sure that the entire surface is covered in the buttermilk and moss mixture.
Set aside in a shaded place until you’ve reached the desired look. You can use a metal-bristle brush to remove any heavy clumps of moss, or if you’re looking for more of a delicate look, rub the clumps off with your fingers by rubbing lightly.
I placed the pots I aged in our garage for about 5 weeks, and I checked on the process every week or so until I was satisfied with the look. Some of the pots took to the aging more than others, but still, I loved how each one turned out.
This is a fun summer craft and also one that is so rewarding. If you love the look of aged terracotta pots and don’t want to spend the now-hefty price tag to buy one, then age one or three yourself. For less than $5, you can age between 6 and 10 terracotta pots, depending on their size.
There Are A Lot Of Other Methods To Age Pots
Besides buttermilk and moss, there are other ways to age terracotta pots. My friend Wendy At WM Design House has written a very detailed post with all of the DIY’s. You can find the post, HERE!!
I also shared a quick and easy way to age terracotta pots, and you can find that tutorial, HERE!
