On weeknight summer evenings, after a long day of work, sometimes my husband and I just sit outside with a glass of wine and some snacks instead of a full dinner.
I love dining al fresco, but hate spending the whole time shoo-ing away bugs from my food instead being in the moment.
I thought of using a washed terracotta pot as a cloche, not just because it’s functional, but also because it’s pretty. A simple piece of rope knotted through the bottom hole acts as a handle. And guess what? Terracotta will retain the head of a hot dish, or keep a cool dip from warming up and drying out. Double awesome.
This is really a project anyone can do, just be sure to wash your old pot really well and have fun with it! (bonus points for cool colored rope or a painted pot!)
Have a SPLENDID Wednesday!
Funky Sunday says
What an easy and ingenious way to reuse an old pot everyone can find at home! Thanks for sharing your great ideas.
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laura parke says
this is such a clever idea, erin! i love the simplicity and functionality!
Mandy Pellegrin says
Cute idea! And also, how gorgeous is that set-up you’ve got going on with the flowers and the table?! Such beautiful styling.
House of Earnest says
Thanks! The flowers were left over from an event consult that I did this weekend!
Igor says
This is really a fun idea! I’ve been planning for so long to paint some terracotta pots if only I had more time….sigh.
viv says
Coolest DIY idea!
kelly@refresheddesigns. says
Such a cute and easy idea! I love finding great ways to repurpose common items.
House of Earnest says
me too! I feel better about utilizing things I have rather than bringing more ‘stuff’ into my home!
jin says
thats an adorable cloche!!!
Alexa says
oh wow this is a fantastic idea! Definitely going to give it a try!
House of Earnest says
I hope you do! Super easy- and it works… The humus stayed creamy all night!
Hannah says
How clever! I love this!
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Caitlin @ Hardly Housewives says
Very sweet idea! So summery and perfect for bug-proofing!
Katie Anderson says
Where do you come up with these ideas! I love how simple they are. I might actually be able to do some of them.
Sweet Harvest Moon says
What a great idea!
Jess says
This is sheer brilliance. I think I’ll have to try this out for our summertime balcony meals!
Colleen says
I love anything that is cute AND functional. Fantastic idea… might have to steal it :).
Debora says
Love love love it! I have many empty terracotta pots in the garden and you gave me a great idea. Thank you!
Samantha Green says
LOVE this idea — i’m definitely going to try this when i have an outside space of my own.
Erin, i absolutely LOVE your blog
xx
House of Earnest says
Samantha – You are too sweet
Thank you!