This is very possible to do and makes a fun project.
Ceramic plates and cups to decorate.
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Of course these things don t come without a price and often decorative plates are a bit more than we like to spend.
At dollar stores and thrift stores i got the paint pens all shaken up and ready to go for the kids and let them use their imaginations to color all the cups.
How to decorate plates with sharpies.
Decorating store bought ceramics we often get asked about painting on already glazed commercial ceramics such tiles plates and vases.
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If your plates will be displayed in a case or hung on a wall as decoration only you can use enamel acrylic paint.
Ceramic paint is non toxic but it hasn t been ruled food safe so stick to decorating plates you don t plan on using.
These paints are semi glossy and tend to be long lasting.
I found the mugs and tumbler cups at ikea of all places the mugs were 2 99 each and the tumblers were 1 99 each.
If you want to add some beauty to your dishes you can diy them and give them a beautiful hand painted look without actually paying the outrageous.
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How to decorate glazed ceramics.
Look for bake on ceramic paints at art supply stores.
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You can also find cheap mugs cups plates etc.
Buy food and dishwasher safe ceramic paint if the plates will be used for food.
Make sure your ceramic paint is labeled food safe and toxic free if it will be used to serve food.
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With some inexpensive white plates an assortment of permanent markers and an oven you can create one of a kind decorative pieces for display and gift giving.
You can also use a ceramic paint pen to darken the outlines so they stand out more.
Turning something ordinary into something special with your own hands is a rewarding way to decorate your home or make gifts for others.