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 Tuesday, November 13, 2012

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Tuesday Tutorial: Fire Truck Message Board



Do you have a busy little boy? Is he involved in several after school activities? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then you should create this Fire Truck Message Board. Leave notes for your little fireman. Julie Lewis designed this project with FolkArt chalkboard paint. It is a great way to leave little reminders around for your little man. Keep him on schedule and on time with this adorable craft. A full list of supplies is listed below, along with their instructions. Enjoy!


PLAID Supplies


·       FolkArt ® Chalkboard Paint - Black, 8 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Engine Red, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - School Bus Yellow, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Wicker White, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Licorice, 2 oz.


Other Supplies


Wood triangle
Fire engine stencil
Foam brushes
Masking tape
Transfer paper
Pencil


Instructions


1.    Tape off a center triangle. Paint outer edge of sign School Bus Yellow. Let dry then remove tape.

2.    Paint center triangle with Chalkboard Paint. Let dry then apply second coat and remove tape.

3.    Apply designs. Note: Let Chalkboard Paint cure for 24 hours. Lightly rub chalk over surface to condition.

 

 

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