Splatter Paint Plates

Raquel Amster
by Raquel Amster
4 Materials
$15
2 Hours
Easy
I received these gorgeous plates as a present and wasnt thrilled with how white they were. The plates themselves are amazing and great for serving but needed a little but more color. After searching the internet for ideas, I found something awesome.
I set up my space by cutting a garbage bag to help keep my space clean. Learn from my mistakes, this was NOT enough. Unless you're cool with scrubbing your beautiful white walls, I suggest putting something behind your work space as well.


Next, I covered the space on the plates that I didnt want to get painted. I took paper and painters tape to make sure my unpainted areas were what I wanted. I had bought acrylic paint for the project but MADE sure that the paint was non-toxic!
Then I really just went for it. My first try I really hated the way the splatter came out. The great thing about paint is that if it's still wet, you can simple wash it off.
Giving the plates a few minutes to dry, I then took the tape and paper off. Next stop, the oven!!





Bake the plates at 325°F (165°C) for 30 minutes. Take them out of the oven to cool for 10 minutes and then bake a second time again for 30 minutes. I did two sets of plates, one red and one blue. The red ones honestly look like blood splatter, but I thought it was pretty cool!
The final look is great! Exactly what I wanted :)


Post Project Edit**: As the paint didn't fully withhold one hand wash, you need to make sure you also purchase a glaze for the plates.
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  • B. Enne B. Enne on Aug 25, 2018

    It just says acrylic paint in your supplies. Are these food safe?

  • Nancy Weldon McEntire Nancy Weldon McEntire on Aug 26, 2018

    Will the paint endure the dishwasher?

  • Smb228 Smb228 on Aug 26, 2018

    What kind of paint did you use? The material list says acrylic, but I can’t imagine that workin on ceramic plates.

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