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Handmade Charlotte Camp News Chalkboard Shadow Box

Turn any paint surface into a chalkboard with new FolkArt® Clear Multi-Surface Coating and whimsical Handmade Charlotte stencils.

At a Glance:

#5090 Skill Level: Intermediate Time:
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This project features these great brands:

  • FolkArt Acrylic Paint Logo
  • FolkArt Painting Stencils Logo
  • Mod Podge Decoupage Finishes and Formulas Logo
supplies

FolkArt ® Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paints - Wicker White, 2 oz. - 2894

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
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FolkArt ® Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paints - Pueblo, 2 oz. - 2902

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
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FolkArt ® Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paints - Burnt Umber, 2 oz. - 2909

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
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FolkArt ® Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paints - Freshcut Grass, 2 oz. - 2916

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
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FolkArt ® Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paints - Steel Gray, 2 oz. - 2932

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
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Number Needed: 1 $-1.00
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instructions

Other Supplies

  • FolkArt ® Handmade Charlotte™ Stencils - Woodland #4370
  • ArtMinds™ Shadow Box – 385191
  • Stencil brush ¼”
  • Flat brush ½”
  • Tape
  • Chalk
  • Soft rag or paper towel
  • Scissors
  • Brush basin
  • Foam plates
  • Paper towels

Instructions

  1. Base coat inside of shadow box with Pueblo. Paint inner rim Burnt Umber.
  2. Tape off diagonal ends of one side of shadow box frame. Stencil wood grain pattern from Woodland stencil pack in Burnt Umber. Remove tape and repeat process on remaining three sides.
  3. Using flat brush, apply one coat of clear chalkboard coating over Pueblo surface. Refer to bottle for any additional instructions. Let dry and apply a second coat. When completely dry, condition the chalkboard by rubbing flat side of chalk over entire surface. Wipe with paper towel or soft cloth.
  4. Cut apart stencil images if needed. Referring to photo, stencil images as shown. Mix equal parts of Wicker White and Pueblo for mushrooms.
  5. Stencil words in Burnt Umber. Create dot details by dipping opposite end of paint brush on Burnt Umber.

Tip: Personalize with a name to create a cute and campy message board.

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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