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Fall Pottery Painting

Posted on August 1, 2025August 1, 2025 by debowpadgett

5 Fall Pottery Painting Ideas Everyone Will Love

Looking for fall pottery painting ideas to enjoy with friends, family, or even solo? Whether creating a birthday keepsake or updating seasonal home decor, there’s something magical about autumn ceramics. With cooler weather rolling in, guests of all ages are stepping into Color Me Mine studios to explore paint your own pottery projects that celebrate the season.

This fall, a wide range of ceramic painting ideas have emerged, from cozy textures to kawaii-inspired Halloween plates. Whether you’re a longtime ceramic artist or just trying pottery painting for the first time, these five ideas were made for you.

1. The Birthday Plate Tradition

A ceramic birthday plate can become a cherished family tradition. Designed to be used year after year, this keepsake is perfect for celebrating a child’s birthday with meaning. Guests can choose their own color palette or match the birthday theme. At Color Me Mine, the design has been simplified so it’s easy for painters of all skill levels. It’s a sweet and sentimental way to mark time—and makes a perfect gift. Click here for the project sheets.

2. Spooky Floral Halloween Plate

A little spooky, a little sweet—this Halloween-themed pottery painting project blends a kawaii aesthetic with a haunting twist. A bold skull in the center adds just enough edge, while surrounding florals soften the look. It’s a popular choice this season for teens, adults, and even younger painters with adult help. The simplified design makes this Halloween plate approachable and fun for all. Click here for the project sheets.

3. Sweater-Weather Mugs and Bowls

When it comes to fall pottery trends, few designs capture the season better than this: cable-knit inspired ceramics. The texture of a cozy sweater is recreated on mugs and bowls, bringing warmth and charm to everyday use. This project is beginner-friendly yet stylish enough to proudly display or gift. Soft autumn color palettes—think warm neutrals, soft sage, and dusty rose—make these pieces versatile for any home. Click here for the project sheets.

4. Dragon-Themed Fantasy Pieces

Fantasy lovers, rejoice. Dragons are firing up fall with a variety of dragon-themed ceramics. From antique goblets with intricate scales to paint-your-own dice boxes for tabletop gamers, these mystical pieces spark imagination. Whether creating a unique piece for home or gifting it to a fantasy fan, this trend continues to rise in popularity. Click here for the project sheets.

5. Shaving Cream Pumpkins

No fall pottery painting list is complete without pumpkins—but this year’s version comes with a twist. The shaving cream technique adds a marbled, watercolor effect to ceramic pumpkins using a plate of shaving cream and paint swirls. It’s hands-on, interactive, and loved by both kids and adults. The final look can match any home’s decor, making this project a seasonal staple. Click here for the project sheets.

Why Fall Is the Perfect Time to Paint Your Own Pottery

Pottery painting is more than just a craft—it’s an experience. This fall, visitors of all ages are gathering at Color Me Minestudios to create, relax, and celebrate seasonal traditions. From birthday keepsakes to spooky designs and textured tableware, fall pottery painting ideas continue to inspire connection and creativity.

Ready to paint? Visit your local Color Me Mine studio and discover this season’s most loved ceramics. Walk-ins are welcome, or reserve a table online.

Sardine Pottery

Posted on July 3, 2025July 3, 2025 by debowpadgett

Bold, fishy, and impossibly cute. The sardine pottery trend is officially a thing.

What started as a niche foodie obsession has now become the most unexpected design moment of the year. Sardines, anchovies, mackerel. Yes, really. These stylish little swimmers are showing up in home decor, on TikTok, and even in your favorite accessories. Sardine girl summer is officially here, and it is being painted into existence at Color Me Mine studios across the country.

Right now, sardine pottery projects are turning heads with their vibrant color palettes and playful packaging-inspired designs. You can match your sardine plate to your own cute sardine bag, create your dream tinned fish label, or go full coastal with hand-painted mackerel in citrusy hues. Your feed is going to love this.

It is not just about sardines either. A full dolce vita themed pitcher and matching cup set has entered the chat. Inspired by the messy and charming illustrations of Italian beach cafés and picnic tables, this pottery project is full of seaside icons, line-drawn lemons, bubbly bottles, and that breezy “sweet life” energy. You know the look. It is giving yacht-core meets illustrated cookbook meets pure aesthetic joy.

Every project is beginner friendly and completely customizable. Studio teams are providing design inspiration, color combos, and tips so that each piece can feel totally unique. Whether you are painting sardine decor for your kitchen, gifting a tiny fish dish to your best friend, or just looking for fun summer activities, this is one trend that is surprisingly addicting.

Walk-ins are always welcome, so you can drop in anytime to start your own sardine masterpiece. Solo self-care session, paint date with your crush, or group hang with your artsy crew. No matter the vibe, we have the sardine core setup ready for you. Find a studio near you and dive in.

Sardine girl summer is real.
Sardine pottery is in.
The only question is how fishy you are willing to go.

Picnic Pottery

Posted on June 28, 2025July 3, 2025 by debowpadgett

Paint Your Own Picnic Pottery: A Fruity Summer Delight!

This summer, picnic pottery has been seen everywhere! Fruit motifs and patterns are dominating pop culture. From high fashion to home décor and being splashed across ceramics at Color Me Mine studios. Plates, mugs, bowls, and trays are being turned into juicy masterpieces, thanks to vibrant glazes and a little fruity inspiration. Guests are being welcomed into the trend by painting their own fruit pottery in-studio, no reservations needed.

Designs like cherry bowls, melon mugs, citrus slices, and berry-dotted pieces are being glazed with personality and creativity. Whether a zesty lemon pattern is being added to a breakfast plate or a watermelon design is being brushed onto a serving tray, summer vibes are being fully embraced through DIY fruit décor.

At Color Me Mine, creative time is being prioritized over screen time. Brushes are being picked up, playlists are being played, and shelves are being filled with one-of-a-kind fruit ceramics that feel straight out of a picnic dream. It’s not just pottery painting, it’s a full #picnicpottery moment.

Photos of finished pieces are being tagged online, and your design could be featured just by joining in. Hot glazes, juicy shades, and a shelfie-worthy experience are being offered daily. All you have to do is walk in and start painting!

Click here to get all the juicy details on how to create your own!

Color Me Kids Camp

Posted on June 16, 2025June 18, 2025 by debowpadgett

What’s Color Me Kids? It’s a creative art camp designed for kids to bring them the wonderment of pottery, clay, and painting. It isn’t just about the art – it’s also about fun, games, and new friends, too! Once you sign up, drop off your littles and get a piece of your morning or afternoon back. Studios across the nation are planning Color Me Kids Camps and Events with fun themes around animals, culinary arts, building blocks, recycling, unicorns, and so many more. Find your local Color Me Mine studio here or click the image below to see what camps and events are happening near you! It’s guaranteed to keep them smiling and thriving.

Check out what the kids are saying!

2025 Pottery Horoscope

Posted on June 16, 2025June 18, 2025 by debowpadgett

Discover the magic of pottery painting with a celestial twist! At Color Me Mine, zodiac-inspired designs are now ready to bring creativity and cosmic energy together. Each horoscope sign reflects a unique style, and personalized pottery pieces can capture that vibe beautifully. From fiery Aries to dreamy Pisces, custom-painted mugs, plates, and figurines make perfect gifts or self-care treats. A relaxing, screen-free experience is offered, while stars and creativity align. ⬇️ 👀

AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18)

🎶 Aquarius, Aquariuuuus 🎶 – You are a deep thinker with a love for getting things done. A perfect afternoon might be spent taking time to yourself and working in your garden, then sharing the fruits of your labor with an abundance of home-grown produce – match that energy with your pottery design and try painting Produce Provence Plate.

PISCES (February 19 – March 20)

Dreamy Pisces, you are wise, empathetic, and fiercely creative. Treat yourself to some people watching and retrospection. Then dive into creativity and self-care and paint an abstract flower vase with a meaningful message, just like Be Kind Vase. Later on, treat yourself to a bouquet of flowers before you pick your fired piece. You deserve it!

ARIES (March 21 – April 19)

Watch out, Aries is coming in hot! Courageous, confident and FUN makes up a typical Aries day. Roll into a studio on a spontaneous adventure one afternoon to paint a Roller Skate Bank that is as bold and trendy as your personality.

TAURUS (April 20 – May 20)

Taurus is an earth sign with love for the arts and a gift for nesting – so we couldn’t not include a colorful planter on their list. Throw a pottery party with some friends or stop in for peaceful afternoon of creativity. Our Abstract Planters add some color to your space that doubles as Instagram gold.

GEMINI (May 21 – June 20)

Adventurous Gemini is usually up for anything, wherever – and whenever! Your curious and laidback nature make you the perfect road trip partner. Paint a piece of pottery like Road Trip that maps out your favorite spots and show it off to your friends and family!

CANCER (June 21 – July 22)

Cancers are loyal and sympathetic before anything else, making them the ultimate dog’s best friend. When you aren’t helping your loved ones or engaging in an authentic, emotional conversation, you’re probably relaxing at home. Paint a paw print design with you favorite furry friend plate or dog bowl that will make you smile every time you see it!

LEO (July 23 – August 22)

The trailblazers of the zodiac, you are bold, ambitious and proud to be exactly who you are. Thinking out of the box is second nature, so a Gummy Bear Bank is just the thing to set you apart from the others. Grab your friends and head into a studio to choose from over 50 bright and cheerful colors. Only one question left, which color will you choose?

VIRGO (August 23 – September 22)

There are so many words to describe the practical Virgo: analytical, smart, and hardworking to name a few! Your natural kindness and attention to detail make you the perfect match for a design that requires sophistication and precision. The Mosaic Mandala takes a lot of effort, but the finished product is so rewarding!

LIBRA (September 23 – October 22)

Libra, you are a peace and harmony focused air sign. All throughout the histories of several cultures, lemons have symbolized the awakening of positive energy and the repelling of negative energy. A bright and cheerful Lemon Wedge plate reflects your social and sensitive nature.

SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21)

Scorpio, oh, Scorpio! Powerful, valiant, and passionate, you possess a wayward intensity for everything and everyone you love – just like a magical unicorn. Bring in your friends or even a date, and paint a Unicorn design as gorgeous as you are.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 21)

If you’re not living a life of creativity and imagination, are you really living? You, Sagittarius, are a generous soul whose optimistic and forthright attitude are as refreshing as a slice of watermelon on a hot summer day. 🎶 Watermelon sugar 🎶 your way into a studio and paint your own set of Watermelon Bowls in colors as bright as you!

CAPRICORN (December 22 – January 19)

The Capricorn personality is independent, disciplined, steadfast and resourceful. Capricorns assess the situation, make a plan and stick to it – which is why a more complex design suits you to perfection. The Leafy Charcuterie Board doubles as a work of art AND serving platter, but will require patience and persistence to paint this piece of pottery.

Father’s Day Designs

Posted on May 12, 2025May 8, 2025 by debowpadgett

Unveiling Exciting New Pottery Designs: Perfect Gifts for Gamer Dads, Tool Man Dads, and Rock ‘n’ Roll Dads

At Color Me Mine, we are always striving to bring fresh and exciting pottery designs to our customers. We understand that dads come in all types, each with their unique interests and passions. In this blog post, we are thrilled to introduce three brand new pottery design collections that cater specifically to gamer dads, tool man dads, and rock ‘n’ roll dads. These designs capture the nostalgia, hobbies, and personality traits that make these dads so special. Let’s dive into the details and discover the perfect pottery pieces for each dad type.

Gamer Dads
A Blast from the Past: Calling all gamer dads! Our new collection of pottery designs pays homage to the golden era of 90s video games. These designs are inspired by iconic characters, symbols, and consoles that fueled the passion for gaming during that time. From pixelated heroes to retro controllers, each piece exudes nostalgia and captures the essence of those memorable gaming moments. Gift your gamer dad a ceramic masterpiece that reflects his love for gaming and transports him back to the exhilarating days of his favorite childhood games.

Tool Man Dads
Crafted for the Handy Heroes: For the dads who are always tinkering, fixing, and building, our tool man collection is the perfect fit. These pottery designs showcase tools of the trade, from hammers and wrenches to saws and screwdrivers. Each piece embodies the spirit of craftsmanship and celebrates the artistry of woodworking and DIY projects. Whether your dad is a seasoned handyman or simply enjoys working on home improvement projects, these tool-inspired pottery designs will surely resonate with his passion for creating and building.

Rock ‘n’ Roll Dads
Unleash the Inner Rockstar: Is your dad a true rock ‘n’ roll enthusiast? Our rock-inspired pottery designs are made for the music-loving dads out there. From electric guitars and drum sets to vinyl records and concert tickets, this collection captures the essence of the rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle. These designs bring a touch of rebellious energy and a sense of nostalgia for the days of classic rock legends. Surprise your dad with a pottery piece that showcases his love for music and allows him to channel his inner rockstar.

Color Me Mine is thrilled to introduce these exciting new pottery design collections tailored specifically for gamer dads, tool man dads, and rock ‘n’ roll dads. Whether your dad loves reliving the 90s gaming era, is a master of tools and craftsmanship, or embraces the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll, our pottery pieces will undoubtedly bring a smile to his face. Celebrate your dad’s passions and individuality with these unique and personalized ceramic masterpieces from Color Me Mine.

Author: debowpadgett

Fall Pottery Painting