What you need
Tray or similar item to use this idea on such as a can, box, jar, etc.
Desired print, antique photo, typography, etc.
Decoupage solution (white glue and water)
White glue
White chalk paint
Wood stain
Brown paint
Lacquer or clear coat
Instructions
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So moving on to projects on the back burner, I decided to do a decoupage and stain technique that I admire so much done by other artists. This vintage metal tray is perfect for it. |
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I printed out the designs and decoupaged them onto the cleaned off tray. |
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After it dried, I used white glue to make raised scroll work around the prints. |
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Adding white paint over the entire tray, I only lightly white washed over the print areas. |
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Then added a light clear coat. |
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Then over that, a wood stain brushed on the entire surface. |
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After the stain dried, I applied a dark brown acrylic paint, smudging into the crevices. |
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Using dry brush technique over the whole tray, antiquing it. |
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Now I have a functional kitchen accent: a magnetic memo board to hang. |
What do you think of this project? Let us know!