Cherries & Berries Crates
Reuse leftover crates from the farmers market and turn them into cute decor pieces for your kitchen decor. Perfect summer project on a warm day to keep you busy.

Instructions

Strawberry Crate

  1. Basecoat the crate with Raw Sienna. Rub petroleum jelly along the edges.
  2. Paint the crate Blue Bayou. Sand the edges.
  3. Paint the word “Delicious” in Custard.
  4. Paint the strawberries with Red Apple. Paint the stems Dark Forest Green and the seeds Raw Sienna.

Cherry Crate

  1. Basecoat the tray with Raw Sienna. Apply petroleum jelly to the edges.
  2. Paint the crate Custard. Sand the edges.
  3. Paint the word “Sweet” with Bayou Blue.
  4. Paint the cherries with Crimson. Paint the stems Raw Sienna.
  5. Apply a thin coat of cherry stain to the both crates to create an aged look.