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Autumn Leaves & Pumpkins Please

With a chill in the air, it is time to stay indoors, gather your art supplies, FolkArt Acrylics and a fun laser etched wood surface and enjoy some creative time!

This project features these great brands:

  • FolkArt Multi-Surface Paint Logo

At a Glance:

Project #16080 Skill Level: Intermediate
supplies

Plaid Supplies

WM FRAME & PLAQUE FALL CELEBRATION 2PC

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paints - Vintage White, 2 oz. - 2939

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
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FolkArt ® Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paints - Yellow Ochre, 2 oz. - 2910

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
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FolkArt ® Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paints - Pure Orange, 2 oz. - 2903

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
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FolkArt ® Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paints - Moon Yellow, 2 oz. - 2911

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
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FolkArt ® Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paints - Thicket, 2 oz. - 2918

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
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FolkArt ® Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paints - Pueblo, 2 oz. - 2902

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
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FolkArt ® Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paints - Burnt Umber, 2 oz. - 2909

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
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FolkArt ® Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paints - Licorice, 2 oz. - 2934

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
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Folkart ® Brush Sets - Artist Variety Set, 10 pc. - 50536

Number Needed: 1 $8.99
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Other Supplies

  • Waxed paper palette
  • Paper towels
  • Brush Basin for water
  • medium to fine grit sandpaper
     

instructions

  1. Paint the entire wood frame with a coat of Vintage White and allow to dry.  Once dry, if necessary, sand smooth.
  2. To the top quarter of the frame, paint a plaid pattern.  Side load a wet No. 12 Flat brush with Yellow Ochre and paint vertical stripes somewhat evenly spaced, allow to dry.  Next  using the same brush and paint color, paint horizontal stripes.
  3. Paint the pumpkins using Pueblo, Pure Orange and Moon Yellow.
  4. The pumpkin stems, extra fern, “leaves” and “please” are all painted Thicket.
  5. Paint the acorns Burnt Umber and highlight with Vintage White.  When dry, outline the acorn shapes with thinned Licorice.
  6. The small maple leaves are painted with a combination of Pure Orange, Thicket, and Moon Yellow, outlined with thin Licorice.
  7. The words “Autumn” and “Pumpkins” are painted Pure Orange and shaded with Pueblo. 
  8. Outline all the lettering on the left side using thinned Licorice using a liner brush.
  9. Shade the outer edges and corners of the frame with Yellow Ochre.

resources

Related Resources

FolkArt Formula Guide

FolkArt Formula Guide

Crafting a new surface? Learn which FolkArt paint works best!

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FolkArt Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paint Frequently Asked Questions

FolkArt Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paint Frequently Asked Questions

Most commonly asked questions about FolkArt Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paint.

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Related FAQs

Yes, the fabric painted mixture (1 part FolkArt Textile Medium – 2 parts FolkArt Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paint), can be thinned with water to create detail linework. It can also be “spritzed” onto fabric using a clean pump spray bottle.
Yes, it is UV and weather resistant and can be used both indoors on curtains, glassware and wood as well as outdoors on terra cotta and garden signs.
Yes, painted glassware can be safely washed by hand and are top shelf dishwasher safe without chipping, cracking or fading. Do not soak in water.
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