It's not pottery! It's called Hypertufa. You mix together a few 'ingredients' to create any size or shape pot you'd like! I can imagine these as totally unique gifts or even items to sell. Lots of fun too!
Total Time: Moments to mix but it must CURE a few weeks.
Source: Penn State Extension Service taught a class
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Here are the questions asked by community members. Read on to see the answers provided by the ThriftyFun community.
Although I have been making Hypertufa pieces for 10 years (planters, troughs, bird feeders, frog houses, etc.) I am always looking for new ideas and projects, any ideas out there?
By Peggy W.
Yes. How do you make them would be great. I would love to try it.
I've seen cute frog houses made from hypertufa, which I'm making next!
A cat tree would be awesome!
Think it's doable?
What is a hypertufa planter?
By Hydrangeas from Laredo, TX
Hypertufa is a combination of concrete/peat moss/vermiculite to make a lightweight material used to form over/around molds to create planters and other containers. There are a few recipes found in web search.
Hi, Here is a good link on how to make them.
Have fun!
Are the projects made with the hypertufa paintable? Or is it possible to add a colorant to the mix?
It is possible to use water based acrylic or latex paints. You can also use a water based sealant. They can be added directly to your mixture.