Lace Beach Cruiser

Supplies...that is it. Well, you will have to use a wrench and maybe a screwdriver depending on what type of hardware is holding your fenders to your bike :). Locktite Spray Adhesive is a lot stronger than what you will need. Craft spray glue would be better, as it is less strong and won't leave much residue if any. Loctite is all I had, so I went with it. I am trying to maintain a debt-free simple life, so I work with what I have most of the time.

1: Remove hardware to be sprayed, take pictures so you can remember how to attach them back onto the bike (lesson learned the hard way on this lol)

2: Tape off any areas where you do not want over-spray, like handlebar grips, etc.

3: Clean metal surfaces, and lightly sand. I used steel wool.

4: Spray with your base color, a couple of light coats to avoid drips. I know you will be excited at this point, but trust me...you will be happy you did this part right.

5: Cut your lace in a long strip, long enough to go beyond your fender length. Lay it face down on cardboard or any disposable flat surface, LIGHTLY spray glue from end to end. You really only need a light coating, as you do not want to leave too much of a glue residue behind.

6: Let the glue dry for a couple of minutes so it is just tacky.

7: Gently start placing the lace from one end to the other, tapping the material gently to the surface as you go.

8: Start spraying your accent color, holding the can about 12" away from the surface, perpendicular to where you are spraying (by spraying directly above as you go, you will avoid under-spray). Spray a couple of light passes from end to end on each fender.

9: Before the paint dries completely, peel the lace back from end to end to reveal your beautiful paint job. Don't worry if some areas are bolder than others, A little variation will look even better.

10: Allow to completely dry, then lightly buff with steel wool which will remove any residue and lumps, bumps, and any dust which may have floated in while spraying. You can seal your work with a clear coat. I skipped this step and mine has held up just fine. I chose to skip a clear coat because I live in Arizona and knew a clear coat would yellow eventually in our high heat.

11: Reattach all of your items, you will be glad you took pictures during the removal process during this step.

Use your creativity further to paint other areas of the bike with your complementary color, like the handlebars, wheel rims, etc. I have even thought about using acrylic paint markers on my bike seat. The sky is the limit on what you can spray through, draw with paint markers and seal with clear spray, or attach, to your fantasy beach cruiser.

I would love to see your bike creations! Tag me @simplifinding on social media!

Our friend Gayle, co-host of TV's "Right This Minute" thought my bike was such a cool idea that everyone could do what an honor!

My Home movie for this project which was done a few years ago before I had any clue how to edit, enjoy :)