Dollar Tree Carrot Treat Jar
This clay pot carrot treat jar was fast and easy to make. I picked up what I needed at the Dollar Tree and a craft store but check your stash and see if you have everything you need on hand.
Clay Pot Carrot
Here at Ruffles and Rain Boots, decorating for Easter is pretty easy. I needed a treat jar for my Easter themed kitchen tray – who doesn’t? – and this idea came to me as I was cleaning out the paint stash in my craft room.
The little ones love to help with easy Easter craft ideas like this, so hand them a foam brush and some paint. Older kids can help with cutting the felt or raffia, and all ages will love to fill this with treats!
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Tips to Make Terra Cotta Pot Carrot
- I was able to find all my supplies for this clay pot carrot at the Dollar Tree. You might even find them in your craft room. :)
- Even though I decided to make a candy dish (which is why the top is removable), you can use it as strictly decor and secure the top. There are no rules here.
- For the top greenery, you can use faux greens, felt, raffia, or even fabric strips. Use what you have on hand.
How to Make a Clay Pot Carrot Treat Jar
Below is the written tutorial. For a printable version, scroll to the end of this article.
Paint the outside of the terra cotta pot and the bottom of the saucer with the primary orange paint then allow it to dry completely. If desired, add a second coat and allow it to dry as well.
Apply random strokes of the bright orange and dark orange paint to add a bit of carrot-looking texture.
Measure and cut out a 4 by 9-inch portion of dark green felt and cut out fringe along the longer side, leaving about 1 inch intact for rolling.
Working in 2-3-inch long sections, place a line of hot glue along the solid section of the fringed felt pieces and roll it tightly together.
Hot glue the felt carrot top to the middle of the clay saucer. Allow the glue to cool completely before letting go so it doesn’t fall over.
Optional: Cut three lengths of twine about 36-inches long then wrap it around the pot and tie them together at the carrot top with a bow. Knot the ends of the twine and fill with candy.
More Easy Easter Crafts You Might Like
- DIY Bunny Coasters – These Dollar Tree Easter bunny coasters are another very, very quick craft that look amazing in your decor or trays.
- Farmhouse Carrot Wreath – A Dollar Tree craft you can really love, this easy carrot wreath is so cute and perfect for the porch!
- Easter Egg Ideas for Decor – If you want a few great ideas for decorating with Easter eggs this spring, these are the best tutorials you’ll find!
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DIY Clay Pot Carrot
Such a simple and fun Easter craft, this easy clay pot carrot is so easy, you can make several in just a few minutes!
Materials
- 4-inch Terra Cotta Clay Pot
- 4-inch Terra Cotta Clay Saucer
- 9 by 12-inch Dark Green Craft Felt Sheet
- Natural Jute Twine
- Acrylic Craft Paint in Bright Orange, Primary Orange, and Dark Orange
Tools
- Hot Glue Gun and Glue
- Scissors
- Paintbrush
- Ruler
- Black Permanent Marker
Instructions
- Paint the outside of the terra cotta pot and the bottom of the saucer with the primary orange paint then allow it to dry completely. If desired, add a second coat and allow it to dry as well.
- Apply random strokes of the bright orange and dark orange paint to add a bit of carrot-looking texture.
- Measure and cut out a 4 by 9-inch portion of dark green felt and cut out random-width fringe along the longer side, leaving about 1 inch intact for rolling.
- Working in 2-3-inch long sections, place a line of hot glue along the solid section of the fringed felt pieces and roll it tightly together. You should have a long, fringed carrot top when completed.
- Hot glue the carrot top to the middle of the clay saucer. Allow the glue to cool completely before letting go so it doesn't fall over.
- Fill the pot as desired then close the pot by putting the clay saucer on top of the pot, bottom up.
- Cut three lengths of twine about 36-inches long then wrap it around the pot and tie them together at the carrot top with a bow. Knot the ends of the twine and enjoy!
Notes
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Hi there, I’m Sarah Nenni-Daher. I’m a crafty gal and always have at least 14 projects going at once. I am a crafter, designer, DIYer, and pattern maker. I share my creations here and in the Ruffles and Rain Boots® Shop.
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