Why paint one flower pot when you can paint several? Get my tutorial on how to paint terracotta pots for lots of tips to get you started. It’s a great way to beautify your container garden.

Check out my sister post on how to decoupage flower pots for a similar “painted” look using napkins!

Add a touch of humor to your flower pots with this easy Cricut craft with a free SVG file. (I love getting a brand-name look for less!) Head over to Single Girl’s DIY for the full tutorial on these DIY Rae Dunn pots.

Give an old planter new life by turning it into a statement deco piece inspired by the Japanese art of sashiko. These boho modern planters from Shrimp Salad Circus are so trendy!

You wouldn’t believe what this aged terracotta planter looked like before it got a new paint job! Do Dodson Designs shares expert tips on painting to achieve a rustic effect.

Sometimes achieving a “painted” look doesn’t require traditional paint at all. My 100 Year Old Home has two very unique techniques for creating these aged terracotta pots. (My mind is blown!)

These "concrete" painted pots are perfect for an indoor herb garden. Satori Design for Living shares her secrets for creating this French Country style look.

If you’re starting with a ceramic piece instead of terracotta, you can still create your own faux concrete planter. This tutorial from A Blue Nest uses only two shades of paint to completely transform a $5 thrift store item.

For a sophisticated modern look, try making these copper-colored clay pots from The How-To Home. The trick is getting the perfect metallic paint.

If modern is more your style, you’ll want to try making these DIY marbled flower pots by The DIY Nuts. I’m dreaming of all the color possibilities with this project!

These mossy green aged terracotta pots would make the perfect container for a topiary in the springtime. 2 Bees in a Pod has a step-by-step tutorial to guide you.

It’s amazing the effects you can get by using painting with objects of different textures. Take, for instance, these DIY shabby chic pots by Salvaged Living. She adds burlap fabric and wood stain for a unique color and texture combo.

Sometimes a simple solid color is all you need to bring clay pots to life. These spring-colored pots by Songbird have a beautiful matte finish and add such charm to the room.

For a more subtle effect, you can also opt to use very little paint with a technique called “dry brushing.” These dry brush painted pots from My Family Thyme have just enough color to create visual interest.

These stenciled planters are so easy to make and add such a lovely accent to a patio or porch. Get the tutorial and details on the stencil from my friends at Sustain My Craft Habit.

For another approach to stenciling, try this DIY herb pot tutorial from The Honeycomb Home. Roxanne uses a Cricut to create her stenciled labels before painting, and isn’t the string a cute touch?

If you want the option of changing your flower pot labels with the seasons, try making these unique chalkboard painted herb pots by Sweet Pea. What a smart idea!

For a slightly different spin on the chalkboard trend, check out these painted herb pots with chalkboard labels from My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia. How pretty they would look on a window sill!

Another fun twist on painting pots is using paint markers. These Anthropolgie-inspired DIY pots by Casa Watkins Living would add a pop of color and playfulness to any outdoor space.

Paint pouring is all the rage these days, so why not try it on clay pots too? Crafts by Amanda chose fun neon colors to make her drip painted pots especially playful.

Who says you need terracotta pots for painting? These adorable kitty cat planters from Salty Canary have a whimsical touch and look great with her boho/vintage style decor. Head over to her tutorial to see what I mean!

How about getting the kids involved? These fingerprint flower pots from Crafts by Amanda make the perfect keepsake gift idea for spring! Plant seeds or flowers in your pots to give for Mother’s Day or for a birthday.