Using Paint Pens to Revamp China

Filed under: DIY — Savvy Housekeeper at 9:32 am on Friday, July 16, 2010

savvyhousekeeping change revamp china dishes using porcelain paint pen

A Merry Mishap decided to spruce up some plain white dishes using a porcelain paint pen.


(Image courtesy Dick Blick)

Apparently, you can get the paint pens at most craft stores. All you do is draw a design on the dishes and then bake them in the oven at 300 degrees for 30 minutes. Instant face lift.

This idea makes me want to get a lot of old plates from the thrift store and experiment. (Via style files)

4 Comments »

Comment by WolfSong

July 16, 2010 @ 12:47 pm

To bad they are not recommended for surfaces that come in contact with food…but, what fun one could have with the outsides of bowls!

Comment by Savvy Housekeeper

July 16, 2010 @ 4:16 pm

Wolfsong, here is a brand that is water-based, non-toxic, microwave, and dishwasher safe:
http://www.michaels.com/art/online/displayProductPage?productNum=cp0273

But you bring up a good point–always read the fine print with paints.

Comment by WolfSong

July 19, 2010 @ 6:37 am

They could definitely make a fun project, for kids and adults alike…I could see using the ones from Michael’s for a child’s b-day party, and sending each child home with a plate they decorated and can use.

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