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Christmas Countdown Plaque

Countdown to Christmas with this wool plaque.

At a Glance:

#4299 Skill Level: Intermediate Time:
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This project features these great brands:

  • FolkArt Acrylic Paint Logo
supplies

FolkArt ® Chalkboard Paint - Black, 8 oz. - 2517

Number Needed: 1 $6.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Light Blue, 2 oz. - 402

Number Needed: 1 $1.69
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Lipstick Red, 2 oz. - 437

Number Needed: 1 $1.69
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

F/A EVERGREEN 2 OZ. (DISC)

Number Needed: 1 $1.69
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FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Wicker White, 2 oz. - 901

Number Needed: 1 $1.69
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FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Licorice, 2 oz. - 938

Number Needed: 1 $1.69
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FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Fresh Foliage, 2 oz. - 954

Number Needed: 1 $1.69
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instructions

Other Supplies

Wood Plaque, Coordinating polka dot ribbon, Large flat brush, #10 Flat brush, Painters tape, Ruler, pencil, Hot glue

Instructions

1. Paint entire plaque Fresh Foliage and let dry.

2. Measure and tape off a 4" square 1-1/4" down from top of plaque.  Paint square with Chalkboard paint, following the instructions for proper application on the bottle label.

3. Measure a 1/2" border around the edge of the square.  Paint the border Wicker White and let it dry.

4. Paint candy stripes with Lipstick Red.

5. Side load a wet #10 flat brush with Light Blue and shade either side of the border.

6. Use a dry brush with a hint of Wicker White on it for highlights on the candy stripe.

7. With a pencil, trace around the outside edge of a paint bottle, using the photo for placement .

8. Use  the inside of the ribbon roll, or any other small round object to make the smaller circles on the plaque.  Paint as shown.  Let dry.

9. Transfer word pattern to the plaque and paint with a Liner Brush in Licorice.

10. Paint the outer edge of the plaque with Evergreen and, when dry, dot with Wicker White.

11. Hot glue ribbon to the back of the plaque and tie in a bow at the top to ha

Disclaimer: The information found in each project is presented in good faith, but no warranty is given, nor results guaranteed, nor is freedom from any patent to be inferred. Since we have no control over physical conditions surrounding the application of information herein contained, Plaid Enterprises, Inc. disclaims any liability for untoward results.

Important: Please be sure to thoroughly read the instructions for all products, paying particular attention to all cautions and warnings shown to ensure the proper and safe use of the product.

Copyright: All Rights Reserved. No part of this Project may be reproduced in any form without permission in writing, except for your personal use, except by reviewer, who may in reviewing this project, quote brief passages in a magazine or newspaper.

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