Colorful Chalkboard Frame
"A colorful stenciled chalkboard frame... fun for both kids and grown-ups."
Primary TechniqueGeneral Crafts
Materials List
- Walnut Hollow Rustic Pallet Frame, 11 by 12 by 2-Inch
- DecoArt Americana Mixed Media Stencil, 12 by 12-Inch, Retro Mod
- DecoArt American Acrylic Paints: White Wash, Watermelon Slice, Marigold, Foliage Green, French Grey Blue
- Paintbrush
- DecoArt Americana Creme Wax-Clear
- Sanding Block
- Clean Soft Cloth
Instructions
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Sand the front of the frame.
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Paint the entire frame with white acrylic paint.
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Paint the top of each pallet section with different acrylic colors. A modified rainbow.
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The stencil has four unique patterns. Stencil one pattern per colored section.
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Mask off each section of the wood before stenciling.
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Stencil using a stipple brush and white acrylic paint.
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Allow painted frame to dry completely.
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To mute to colors: Lightly sand the frame with a sanding block. (optional)
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For an added sheen: Apply clear crme wax to front of frame, allow to sit for one hour and buff.
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Add a small chalkboard to the inside of the frame.
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