Dream Frame

 Repeating background elements on this dreamy, painted frame are fast and easy.
 

Materials:

DecoArt Products Required
Laurie Speltz's Instant Images

• IIT01 - 3/4 in. Flat Brush
• IIJ05 - Backgrounds Journal Template
• IIT06 - 3/8 in. Duo Tool
• IIT07 - 1/4 in. Duo Tool

Americana Acrylics

• DAO44 - Desert Turquoise
• DA143 - True Ochre
• DA184 - French Vanilla
• DA255 - Bahama Blue

Supplies

• Chipboard shape
• Metal word shapes
• Ribbons
• Adhesives
• Wooden square frame

Steps:

1. Base frame with Desert Turquoise and spatter with French Vanilla. Base chipboard shape with Bahama Blue; spatter and shade edge with Desert Turquoise.
    
2. Place star template on frame. Pounce True Ochre for dark yellow stars. Repeat as needed to cover frame. Let dry.
    
3. Align template to right and up from original placement. Pounce French Vanilla over for overlaid stars. Repeat as needed. Shade edges of stars with True Ochre.
    
4. Use small stylus to create French Vanilla stars. Add dots with Bahama Blue.
    
5. Attach metal words around frame as desired.
    
6. Tie ribbons to chipboard and attach to frame.

Helpful Hints
- Refer to template and tools packages for additional information on template and tool usage and techniques.
- Overlay shapes to create depth and interest. Use larger duo tool for faster applications.