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Decorative DIY concrete bowls

Celebrating the fresh pastel colours of spring

Whether used in construction or as a decorative material, concrete is a wonderfully versatile material because it can be cast into almost any shape. It has long been a feature of gardens in the form of ornaments and plant-pot saucers, but did you know that it can also be used to make accessories for inside the home? Specialist art and craft retailers stock a wide range of concrete and moulds for craft projects and hobbies, and it’s so easy to use that even beginners can achieve fabulous results. Once the bowls are cast, you can decorate them with edding permanent spray paints to match the decor of your room. You might want to create a simple but trendy retro look. Or you may prefer to bring out your own personal style with lovely springtime pastel shades. For a lovely effect, display several bowls together in different sizes and a variety of colour combinations. In our example we’ve used mellow mint, blossom blue and light ivory for three different DIY concrete bowls.

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Step-by-step

Step 1

Cast the bowls following the instructions supplied by the concrete manufacturer and leave them to dry out completely. If required, lightly sand the concrete surface with sandpaper before painting, brushing away any dust.

Step 2

You can achieve a striped effect by masking off sections with sticky tape or paper. Once you have decided on a particular edding permanent spray colour, it’s time to get down to painting. We recommend spraying with a rapid motion both horizontally and vertically to ensure more even coverage.

Step 3

Allow the paint to dry thoroughly. You can also apply a second colour to the underside or rim of the bowl – whatever takes your fancy. Finally, carefully remove the strips of tape once the paint has completely dried.

Products and materials

Other materials

  • Craft concrete (from craft stores) or similar material from a DIY store
  • Bowl-shaped mould
  • Bucket for mixing the concrete
  • Spatula, cloth, work gloves, sandpaper, hand brush
  • Newspaper and cardboard as a protective backing
  • Sticky tape and paper for masking

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