During this time of year many
people are getting out into their backyards to garden. Would you like to get
you kids more involved in helping you? Well we have the perfect project to get them in the gardening spirit. These tile flowerpots are so easy to make. This project would be
best for tweens and teens. All you will need are some FolkArt paints, and the
FolkArt Tile pattern stencil. Give your kids a green thumb, and let them make
these pots.
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PLAID Supplies
- FolkArt ® Outdoor™ Acrylic
Colors - Brush On - Fresh Foliage, 2 oz.
- FolkArt ® Outdoor™ Acrylic
Colors - Brush On - Light Blue, 2 oz.
- FolkArt ® Outdoor™ Acrylic
Colors - Brush On - Licorice, 2 oz.
- FolkArt ® Painting Stencils -
Small - Tile
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Other Supplies
Three terra cotta pots – any size 1/2" stencil brush
Stencil tape or stencil spray adhesive
1” Foam applicator
Foam plate
Paper towels
Instructions
1.
Base-coat pots Fresh
Foliage and/or Light Blue; allow to dry. Repeat.
2.
When dry, position
stencil; either tape in place or use stencil adhesive.
3.
Dip brush into
Licorice puddle of paint; wipe on paper towel to remove excess.
4.
Begin stenciling in a
circular motion by placing bristles on an uncut area of the stencil. Move
brush gradually into an opening of the stencil.
5.
Repeat until entire
design has been stenciled.
6.
Clean up with mild
soap and water.