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DIY Paris Decor Idea - Patisserie Door Sign

Turn your home into a French bistro with Mod Podge and FolkArt Home Decor Chalk.

At a Glance:

#6418 Skill Level: Intermediate Time:
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This project features these great brands:

  • FolkArt Home Decor Chalk Logo
  • Mod Podge Decoupage Finishes and Formulas Logo
supplies

F/A HOME DECOR CHALK - SALMON CORAL 8 OZ.

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt Home Decor Chalk - Java, 8 oz. - 34165

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Wax - Antiquing, 8 oz. - 34171

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt Home Decor Chalk - Metallic Gold, 8 oz. - 34804

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Brushes - Chalk & Wax Brush set - 34909

Number Needed: 1 $15.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Tools - Layering Block - 36046

Number Needed: 1 $4.49
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt Home Decor Chalk - Sheepskin, 2 oz. - 36301

Number Needed: 1 $2.49
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt Home Decor Chalk - Cascade, 2 oz. - 36307

Number Needed: 1 $2.49
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt Home Decor Chalk - Rich Black, 2 oz. - 36313

Number Needed: 1 $2.59
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

F/A PAPER STENCIL VALUE PACK - SCRIPT, 48 PC

Number Needed: 1 $5.29
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Mod Podge ® Hard Coat, 8 oz. - CS11245

Number Needed: 1 $8.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.
instructions

Other Supplies

Hanging sign, Vintage findings, Laser-printed color copies of vintage book pages, Craft glue, Transfer paper, Poster board, Liner brush, Stencil brush, Craft knife, Pencil, Soft cloth, Foam plates

Instructions

  1. Basecoat the sign with Salmon Coral. Allow to dry.
  2. Color copy the pages onto a laser copier.
  3. Cut the copies to fit onto the sign.
  4. Mod Podge into place. Allow to dry.
  5. Stencil "FRENCH PATISSERIE" in Rich Black using the Monogram Stencils.
  6. For the numbers, transfer the patterns given to the poster board. Cut out the numbers with the craft knife to make a stencil.  Stencil the numbers in place. Highlight the numbers with the Metallic Gold using the liner brush.
  7. Paint your findings to coordinate using Sheepskin, Cascade and Salmon Coral. Glue them in place with the craft glue.
  8. Pour some Java onto a plate and lightly dip the layering brush onto plate. Dab onto the plate to remove some of the paint. Lightly run the block across the signs edges and inside the edges.
  9. Add a topcoat of Mod Podge. Allow it to dry.
  10. Brush on the Antiquing Wax and then wipe off with a soft damp cloth. Allow to dry. Buff with the clean soft cloth.

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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