Things to do with terra cotta pots

Terra Cotta Pots may look simple, but they really can be upcycled and turned into some really amazing things. If you have a few extras lying around that you don’t know what to do with – or pick some up next time you’re at the home improvement store, because you might want to give some of these ideas a try.

Whitewashing Terra Cotta pots gives them a unique look like these DIY Whitewashed Terra Cotta Pots from Setting for Four.

If you’re not into the whitewashed look, you might like the marbled look better: Make Your Own Marbled Terra Cotta Pots from The Country Chic Cottage.

I love the look of these DIY French Country Terra Cotta Pots I found on The Graphics Fairy!

My his little cookie jar is adorable – made with a pot, saucer, wood knob and a fish bowl. (Original source unknown)

What a cute way to recycle broken china! How to Make Broken China Mosaic Pots from Kenarry.

Not a gardener? No problem! The following ideas are plant free – so you don’t have to remember to water them.

You can save money and customize your décor with these DIY Essential Oil Diffusers from Garden Matter.

Have a lot of flower pots? Create this sweet friend for your garden.

If your desk could use a little bit of sprucing up, learn how to Make a Striped and Painted Clay Pot Pencil Holder from By Brittany Goldwyn.

This Coastal Candle Holder Tutorial by Duke Manor Farm doesn’t even look like it’s made from a Terra Cotta pot! It would be beautiful for a beach wedding!

This super Adorable Spring Bunny Gumball Machine Craft by Average But Inspired is cute for Easter, but can be adapted for any holiday really!

This Patriotic Utensil Holder by Trish Sutton would make a great centerpiece at your next family barbecue.

Here’s a unique idea – see how easy it is to Make Terra Cotta Pot Napkin Rings from Cottage at the Crossroads.

What have you done with Terra Cotta pots lately?