Crafting with God-fidence: Transform a Thrifted Board into a Masterpiece

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Good morning, fellow crafters! I'm excited to share a delightful project that I recently tackled using a 16" x 16" board from Hobby Lobby. It's a simple yet impactful transformation that you can easily replicate at home. Let's dive into the details and materials you'll need to bring this beautiful craft to life.

Materials List:

• Thrifted Board: I found mine at Hobby Lobby in the clearance aisle for $7.49.

• Paint: A base color to cover any existing designs on the board.

• Decoupage Paper: I used a beautiful piece from Decoupage Queen.

• Liquid Patina: For sealing and adhering the decoupage paper.

• Stencil: Featuring an inspirational quote, available on Amazon.

• Fine Line Crackle Paste: Pent Art’s two-part crackle paste for a vintage look.

• Antique Wax: To highlight the crackle effect.

• Painter’s Tape: To protect areas you don’t want painted or covered.

• Soft Brushes: For applying paint, patina, and wax.

• Scissors or Box Cutters: For trimming paper.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Prepare Your Board:

   • Start by giving your board a fresh coat of paint. This helps to cover any existing designs and provides a clean slate for your project. I chose a neutral color to complement the decoupage paper.

2. Decoupage the Paper:

   • Select a beautiful piece of decoupage paper. I used a whimsical, funky design that adds a lot of character. Apply a thin layer of liquid patina to the board and carefully lay the paper down, smoothing out any wrinkles as you go.

3. Seal and Dry:

   • Once the paper is in place, apply another layer of liquid patina on top to seal it. Use a heat gun to speed up the drying process, but you can also let it air dry if you prefer.

4. Stenciling the Quote:

   • Choose a stencil with an inspirational quote. Position it on your board and use a mix of black and brown paint to stencil the design. This gives it a more hand-painted and less uniform look.

5. Applying the Crackle Paste:

   • Apply the first part of the Pent Art fine line crackle paste with a soft brush. Let it dry completely (you can use a heat gun to speed this up). Follow with the second part of the crackle paste, applying it in the same manner.

6. Highlighting the Crackles:

   • Once the crackle paste is dry, use antique wax to bring out the crackle effect. Apply the wax with a soft cloth or a baby wipe, focusing on areas where the crackle is most visible.

7. Final Touches:

   • If you notice any imperfections or tears in the paper, you can patch them up with leftover pieces of the decoupage paper and some liquid patina. Finish by adding any additional details to the stencil to make it stand out more.

Enjoy Your Creation!

By following these steps, you’ll create a unique, personalized art piece that reflects your style and creativity. The crackle effect adds a beautiful vintage touch, and the inspirational quote serves as a daily reminder of positivity and confidence.

I hope you enjoyed this project as much as I did! For a more detailed tutorial and to see the process in action, head over to the SWAG Makers Facebook page and watch the full video. Don’t forget to join our private group for more inspirational crafts and exclusive content.

Happy crafting, and I can’t wait to see what you create!

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