Painting Glass Vases (With Spray Paint)

One of the quickest and easiest ways to update your home décor is by painting glass vases. This process can be done in just a few minutes, and you can use any color of spray paint that you like. This is a great way to add some color and personality to your home decor, and it’s also a fun project for the kids!

My daughter is currently obsessed with flowers. She wants vases everywhere in her room filled to the brim with all of her favorite flowers!

Realistically though, flower vases can get quite expensive. And sometimes, they just look so plain and boring… So, I decided to go on a quick trip to my local dollar store and see if I could pick up a few that I spray paint myself!

It’s actually easier than you think. You can use this Here is my step-by-step guide on how to paint glass vases, bottles, jars, whatever you got laying around!

Note: If you love painting glasses vases with this technique, check out this guide I put together on adding a marble effect with spray paint!

How To Spray Paint Glass Vases

My daughter wanted a vase of these sunflowers in her room. Well, the vase had seen better days. So, this is what I came up with!

Supplies Needed:

Here is everything you need to get started on this painting project…

• Glass vase (any shape you want)
• Acrylic spray paint (your choice of color)
• Rubbing alcohol
• Plastic bag
• Paper/Cardboard (to protect your workspace- optional)

Instructions

Here’s how to do it!

Step 1

First, gather your supplies. I used one of those green glass vases. You know the ones you have in your kitchen cabinets that you never use. Or, the ones you can pick up at the goodwill for 50 cents? Yep, those!

Step 2

Before you paint the glass vase, you want to make sure it is clean so that the paint holds. Clean the glass well with rubbing alcohol and allow it to dry.

Step 3

Next, place the vase upside down on the paper or cardboard. Stuff it with a plastic bag into it to mask the inside of your vase.

Pro Tip: Make sure that the surface is covered completely, and that there is no paint leakage.

Step 4

Now, it’s time to start painting!

After choosing your color, hold the can of spray paint about 12 inches away from the vase and spray in a circular motion.

Pro Tip: Be sure to apply even coats, and avoid painting over the same spot more than once.

Step 5

Once the vase is fully painted, allow it to dry for several hours. Then, it’s ready to be filled with flowers!

I added my daughter’s favorite- sunflowers! Pretty in blue 🙂

She added it to this little shelf in her room…

FAQs

Here are a couple of questions that I see readers ask about learning how to make paint glass vases with spray paint. If you have a question, please check to see if I’ve already answered it below. Don’t see it? Leave it for me in the comments!

Can I use any color of spray paint?

Yes! You can use any color that you like.

What type of spray paint should I use?

Acrylic spray paint is the best type to use for painting glass vases. It’s durable and will last a long time.

How long will the paint last?

The paint should last for several years. However, it may start to fade over time if it’s exposed to direct sunlight.

Can I use this method to paint other types of glass objects?

Yes! You can use this method to paint any type of glass object. Just be sure to follow the same painting instructions.

That’s all there is to it! Painting glass vases with spray paint is a quick and easy way to update your home decor, and it’s a project that the whole family can enjoy.

Have fun experimenting with different colors and painting techniques, and be sure to share your finished projects in the comments below. I’d love to see them!

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Painting Glass Vases (With Spray Paint)

One of the quickest and easiest ways to update your home décor is by painting glass vases. This process can be done in just a few minutes, and you can use any color of spray paint that you like. This is a great way to add some color and personality to your home decor, and it's also a fun project for the kids!

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Supplies

• 1 Glass vase (any shape you want)
• 1 Acrylic spray paint can (your choice of color)
• Rubbing alcohol
• Plastic bag
• Paper/cardboard (to protect your workspace- optional)

Instructions

• First, gather your supplies. I used one of those green glass vases.
• Before you paint the glass vase, you want to make sure it is clean so that the paint holds. Clean the glass well with rubbing alcohol and allow it to dry.
• Next, place the vase upside down on the paper or cardboard. Stuff it with a plastic bag into it to mask the inside of your vase.
• Now, it's time to start painting!

  After choosing your color, hold the can of spray paint about 12 inches away from the vase and spray in a circular motion.
• Once the vase is fully painted, allow it to dry for several hours. Then, it's ready to be filled with flowers!

Notes

Notes: 

• Make sure that the surface is covered completely, and that there is no paint leakage.
• Be sure to apply even coats, and avoid painting over the same spot more than once.

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