Cactus makes perfect – painted stones with Marabu Decorlack

Cacti are hugely popular, and you can easily create these very low-maintenance ‘plants’ yourself using oval-shaped stones, Marabu Decorlack and Brilliant Painters. Once dry, these spineless stone cacti can be planted in small clay pots.

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Marabu products you need...

Marabu Decorlack Acryl, light green 062, 15 ml

Marabu Decorlack Acryl, rich green 067, 15 ml

Marabu Decorlack Acryl, pine green 075, 15 ml

Marabu Brilliant Painter, white 070, 0,8 mm

Marabu Brilliant Painter, white 070, 1-2 mm

Marabu Universal, flat No. 16

Marabu Universal, round No. 14

…additionaly things you need

Oval-shaped stones

Clay pots

Gravel

How it is done:

Before you start, go out and find some round, flat, oval-shaped stones with a diameter of 5 to 12 cm. Wash and leave them to dry.
First, paint the stones on one side with green acrylic craft paint. Leave them to dry before painting the other side.
Once your stones are be completely covered and dry, add the spines using the white Brilliant Painter. There are plenty of possible styles. Why not try a few out?
Before you ‘plant’ your stone cacti, fill the pot with gravel. That way your plants will sit securely.