Transform plain items like this magazine rack for pennies using spray on chalk paint.
Shabby Chic Magazine Rack With Quote
4 Materials
$5
2 Hours
Medium
Using Rustoleum Chalked Spray Paint, there was no need for sanding or priming. Even though this was a smooth, glossy finish, the paint covered in just two coats. The spray paint makes it easy to get into all of the 'nooks and crannies' of a piece like this.
Elevate any simple piece of furniture by adding a hand-painted quote! Print your quote out on computer paper to adjust size and positioning on your piece. Cut a piece of graphite paper (found at your local art supply store by the roll) and tape it underneath your print out with the graphite side against your furniture. Using a pen, simply trace over the letters to transfer your quote.
Elevate any simple piece of furniture by adding a hand-painted quote! Print your quote out on computer paper to adjust size and positioning on your piece. Cut a piece of graphite paper (found at your local art supply store by the roll) and tape it underneath your print out with the graphite side against your furniture. Using a pen, simply trace over the letters to transfer your quote.
The 'trick' to easily painting in the letters is to thin your paint. I just use regular acrylic craft paint. Put a small amount into an old lid or other flat container. Dip the tip of your brush into some water, then grab some paint onto the brush and begin painting. I would also invest in a fine-tipped, quality brush from the art supply store. Mine is a Round #2 brush and cost about 8.00 but I've had it for years and if you care for them, they'll last a long time.
Once I was finished, I lightly distressed the words and the rest of the rack 'here and there' to give it an aged look. I then finished with a coat of clear wax, buffed to a soft shine. I used a 'fuzzy' buffer attachment on my cordless drill. It's great for getting detailed spots like these spindles buffed to a nice shine.
A 5.00 magazine rack with a new life.
Painting and personalizing = total transformation and a one-of-a-kind piece of furniture.
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