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A Sweet Little Clay Trinket Dish Makeover

If you’re looking for a quick, beginner‑friendly craft, this hand‑painted clay trinket dish is such a sweet project. I’ll show you how to turn a simple clay blank into a petite floral dish with a glossy finish that’s perfect for holding rings, earrings, and tiny treasures. It’s a small DIY that comes together quickly and adds a charming, whimsical touch to any space.


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Want to See the Process?
I filmed the whole thing! You can watch the full painting process here:




Materials I Used

small clay trinket dish
acrylic paint (green base + floral colors)
fine detail brush
gold paint
Mod Podge (glossy)


This dish started out completely plain. I love pieces like this because they’re basically a blank canvas, no pressure, just play. I chose a soft green base coat to give the florals something cozy and calm to sit on.

Once the base was dry, I started building the design:

  • stems and leaves first

  • tiny pops of color for the flowers

  • a thin black outline to make everything stand out

  • a touch of gold for warmth

The gold might be my favorite part. It adds just enough shine without taking over the design.


To finish it off, I added a coat of Mod Podge. It gives the dish a glossy, finished look and protects the paint so it can actually be used — not just displayed.


Styling the Finished Dish

I love how this turned out. It’s small, sweet, and perfect for holding jewelry. I styled it with a few rings and earrings, and it instantly looked like something you’d find on a little bedside table or vanity.

This project was so relaxing, and I love how a simple clay dish can become something personal and beautiful with just a little paint. If you try this, please tag me—I’d love to see your version.

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  1. AnonymousAugust 6, 2026 at 11:40 PM

    Very pretty. I adore the flowers, and nice touch with the gold accent against the green color.

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  2. TarahlynnAugust 7, 2026 at 10:28 AM

    I'm featuring you next week when the To Grandma's house we go party starts again, thanks for sharing!

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    1. StephanieAugust 7, 2026 at 2:37 PM

      Tarahlynn, thank you! Happy to be featured at your party. 😊

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  3. Handmade in IsraelAugust 10, 2026 at 4:55 AM

    So very pretty! I am sure you enjoyed making it.

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    1. StephanieAugust 10, 2026 at 5:02 AM

      Lisa, thank you so much. I did enjoy this project very much. 😊

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  4. Nancy Andres at Colors 4 HealthAugust 10, 2026 at 4:39 PM

    Lovely job of painting and finishing this adorable trinket dish. Saw this post at SSPS#423. Please look for me there too (#57 thru 61). Happy week and be well. Nancy Andres @ Colors 4 Health.

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    1. StephanieAugust 10, 2026 at 9:19 PM

      Nancy, thank you! I appreciate you visiting. Have a wonderful week. :)

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  5. Carol, The Answer Is ChocolateAugust 13, 2026 at 7:38 AM

    Beautiful! This looks like it came from a boutique. Featuring when my link party opens!

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    1. StephanieAugust 14, 2026 at 9:33 PM

      Carol, thank you so much. So happy you like it.

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  6. Funky Junk InteriorsAugust 14, 2026 at 5:45 PM

    At first I thought what a sweet trinket dish... that transfer was made for this shape! But nooooo.... your hand painting skills are perfection on this piece! Beautifully done! Looks like a porcelain piece!

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    1. StephanieAugust 14, 2026 at 9:34 PM

      Thank you so much for your kind words. I truly appreciate it. Aw, that made me smile. 😊

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  7. Sum of their StoriesAugust 16, 2026 at 1:06 PM

    SO pretty, what a lovely activity. This would be great for a craft night with friends.

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  8. Jennifer WiseAugust 17, 2026 at 1:26 PM

    Wowwwww. What a beautiful dress-up of this dish! I love it. Thank you for sharing this with us at the Will Blog for Comments #90 linkup. We hope to see you sharing more at #91 when it opens next Monday. Wishing you a fabulous week.

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  9. Donna @ Modern on MonticelloAugust 18, 2026 at 5:33 AM

    This is such a precious little project. So decorative and useful. This post will be a feature this week #HomeMattersParty

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  10. Jennifer WiseAugust 21, 2026 at 8:36 AM

    Congratulations, Stephanie! This was one of the most-visited posts from the Will Blog for Comments #90 linkup and will be in the spotlight for the next 2 weeks, starting today. I'm Pinning it for extra visibility, too. Thank you for being a great part of WBfC. See you at #91. :)

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    1. StephanieAugust 21, 2026 at 8:47 AM

      Jennifer, thank you! I love joining your party, and I'm thrilled to be featured.

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  11. Amy JohnsonAugust 22, 2026 at 6:22 AM

    Such a perfect dish to store your trinkets!

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