Playing with Thrift Store Ceramics
In an earlier post I talked about hunting around the thrift store shelves for white mugs, and little white pots as well. This particular search was prompted by some Pintrest inspiration (which is so often the case with crafting :-).
This tree design was copied from one I found on Pintrest which was done on a mug. I thought it would be super-cute on a pot with a plant on top to look like the top of the tree.
After some more research on how to apply ink to existing ceramics that would not wash off, I went to the Dick Blick art supply website where I purchased Craftsmart Premium Multi Surface Paints, then at Michaels I found Acrylic Paint Markers and a fine tip Ceramic marker.
The instructions on all the different types of ink/paint was to wipe ceramics down first with alcohol, then after inking/painting, wait about 3 days for ink to thoroughly dry. As a last step, put in a 310-360 degree oven for 25 minutes to set it permanently. 
I have to say that when I was working on the ceramics and I made a mistake, even if I wiped off the ink/paint quickly and still wet, it did not come off easily. So I have some hope that after letting the mugs and pots set for three days and then baking, that the designs will stay on even after hand washing.
The directions say these paints are top-shelf dishwasher safe, but I think I would always hand wash.
These little cat designs were inspired by ones I saw on Pintrest too. They are on nice, thick matching Pottery Barn mugs I found.
I am looking forward to playing with the paints more and seeing if they stand up to some washing.
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