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Apple Barrel Leprechaun Lookers

Be on the look out for rainbows, shamrocks, and gold coins with this pair of colorful leprechaun lookers. Create this fun craft with your little for a fun outdoor adventure on St. Patrick's Day!

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At a Glance:

Project #15945 Skill Level: Intermediate
supplies

Plaid Supplies

Apple Barrel ® Colors - Pumpkin Orange, 2 oz. - 20588

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
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Number Needed: 1 $-1.00
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Apple Barrel ® Colors - Fuchsia, 2 oz. - 20216

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
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Apple Barrel ® Colors - Bimini Blue, 2 oz. - 21482

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
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Apple Barrel ® Colors - Bright Yellow, 2 oz. - 20513

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
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Apple Barrel ® Colors - Purple Iris, 2 oz. - 21486

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
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Apple Barrel ® Colors - White, 2 oz. - 20503

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
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FolkArt ® Glitterific™ Acrylic Paint - Clear Hologram, 2 oz. - 5874

Number Needed: 1 $5.79
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Plaid ® Brush Sets - Basic Brush Set, White Nylon - 44220

Number Needed: 1 $3.99
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Other Supplies

  • Bathroom Tissue Tubes
  • Hot Glue Gun
  • Ribbon/String

instructions

  1. Paint vertical stripes on two paper tubes using your favorite Apple Barrel colors. Let them dry.
  2. Paint a cloud pattern on ends of your paper tubes with White. Let them dry.
  3. Paint Glitterific over your cloud patterns and let dry.
  4. Hot glue the two paper tubes together and glue a piece of ribbon on the sides of your tubes.

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Related FAQs

Yes, Apple Barrels paints can be mixed to create a new color value or hue. 
Yes, Apple Barrel Paints are perfect for school projects – they are the best paint on the market to paint on Styrofoam! Apple Barrel Paints are also perfect for “mom and me” projects or for the general basic crafter.
Yes, you can use Apple Barrel paint on plaster. However, because plaster is very porous and sometimes dusty, you will need to first seal the piece with a clear acrylic matte spray sealer.
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Disclaimer: The information found in each project is presented in good faith, but no warranty is given, nor results guaranteed, nor is freedom from any patent to be inferred. Since we have no control over physical conditions surrounding the application of information herein contained, Plaid Enterprises, Inc. disclaims any liability for untoward results.

Important: Please be sure to thoroughly read the instructions for all products, paying particular attention to all cautions and warnings shown to ensure the proper and safe use of the product.

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