Among the many materials available for building in Minecraft, the terracotta (terracotta) is the most versatile of all.
In this step-by-step guide how to make terracotta in Minecraftto expand your creativity with these famous blocks.
Steps to follow to make terracotta in Minecraft
As you'll have gathered from the title of this article, it's not about "finding" terracotta in Minecraft, it's about "making" it yourself.
So here are the steps to follow to see how to create one.
1. Clay harvesting on Minecraft
There are several places where you can get clay necessary (light grey blocks) to produce terracotta.
- Initially, you can find them near the water points like ponds;
- Or swamps.
- If you're planning a major construction project, the best thing to do would be to locate an area where clay is abundant. And that's just as well, since lush caverns are here!
- If you're having trouble finding one of these caves, all you have to do is find a azalea tree. Finally, dig under until you land in these underground tunnels.
2. Create clay balls
Once you're faced with clay, grab a shovel to pick it up. You'll then have several clay balls.
3. Making clay blocks
Turning your balls into clay blocks couldn't be easier! First, go to your craft table. Finally, for four clay balls, you'll get a block.
4. Making terracotta
Now it's time to get cooking! Yes, it's time to place your famous block of clay in the oven and do it cook. The result is a terracotta block.
How to color terracotta on Minecraft?
Does your creative spirit call for more color in your creations? Terracotta is the material for you! In fact, Minecraft gives you the option of color and there's plenty to choose from!
Find out more about Minecraft dyes and colorantsWe invite you to take a look at our article listing them.
Coloring your terracotta takes place on your craft table. In fact, once you've bought a dye you like, place one in your crafteur with terracotta blocks.
As a result, you'll have acquired colorful blocks that add personality to your buildings! Note that each terracotta with an asterisk (*) means that they can be found in nature, more specifically in the badlands (warm biomes).
| 🛠️ Colored terracotta | 🎨 Dyeing required |
|---|---|
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White terracotta
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White dye
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Orange terracotta
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Orange dye
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Magenta terracotta
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Magenta dye
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Light blue terracotta
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Light blue dye
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Yellow terracotta
|
yellow dye
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Light green terracotta
|
Light green dye
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Pink terracotta
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Pink dye
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Grey terracotta
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Grey dye
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Light grey terracotta
|
Light gray stain
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Cyan terracotta
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Cyan dye
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Violet terracotta
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Violet dye
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Blue terracotta
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Blue dye
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Brown terracotta
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Brown dye
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Green terracotta
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Green dye
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Red terracotta
|
red dye
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Black terracotta
|
Black dye
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When all is said and done, there are just a few steps to making terracotta: harvest clay, the transform in blocks, and the cook in a furnace. Once in your possession, these blocks can be colored depending on your desires.
Feel free to explore our other guides on Minecraft, so the one on how to make a lanternto illuminate your creations.
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