DIY Gumball Machine from Flower Pots

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I made the cutest little DIY gumball machine then I found four other ways to use the same idea. Yes, this is one tutorial that you don’t want to miss.

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If your beads have a hole, fill one side with wood filler and allow to dry.

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In the meantime, you can start to paint your terracotta pots and saucers. You will need to paint both the top and the bottom of the saucers.

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Want a gold leaf look? Apply a spray adhesive to your painted pot then add on gold leaf while it is tacky.

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Allow to dry then use a good quality spray sealer over the entire thing. Continue assembling your pot with super glue as shown above.

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Add gumballs to the glass bowl and put your lid on the top. The kids can now grab a gumball whenever they want from this cute gumball machine.

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DIY Gumball Machine from Flower Pots

I made the cutest little DIY gumball machine then I found four other ways to use the same idea. Yes, this is one tutorial that you don’t want to miss.

SUPPLIES

– Terracotta pots and saucers – Round glass bowls – Wood beads – Glue – Wood filler – Spray paint – Gold leaf, adhesive, and sealer

If your beads have a hole, fill one side with wood filler and allow to dry.

In the meantime, you can start to paint your terracotta pots and saucers. You will need to paint both the top and the bottom of the saucers.

Want a gold leaf look? Apply a spray adhesive to your painted pot then add on gold leaf while it is tacky.

Allow to dry then use a good quality spray sealer over the entire thing. Continue assembling your pot with super glue as shown above.

Add gumballs to the glass bowl and put your lid on the top. The kids can now grab a gumball whenever they want from this cute gumball machine.

Swipe up to see the full tutorial

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