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Distressed Candleholder DIY

By: Sherrie Ragsdale

Give your basic candlesticks a makeover by adding a weathered and distressed look - perfect for your farmhouse, fall decor! Use FolkArt Home Decor Chalk for the perfect smooth finish to your harvest interior design.

At a Glance:

Project #15593 Skill Level: Intermediate Time:
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This project features these great brands:

  • FolkArt Home Decor Chalk Logo
  • FolkArt Multi-Surface Paint Logo
supplies

FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Chalk 9 Color Set - PROMOFAHDC

Number Needed: 1 $22.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paints - Licorice, 2 oz. - 2934

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Brushes - Deluxe Small Chalk Brush - 34746

Number Needed: 1 $7.49
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Folkart ® Brush Sets - Artist Variety Set, 10 pc. - 50536

Number Needed: 1 $8.99
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instructions

Other Supplies

  • Candle holder
  • Small 1" x 1" block of scrap wood
  • Paper plate

Instructions

  1. Paint the candle holder with Spanish Moss.  Allow to dry.
  2. Squeeze some of the Licorice onto a plate. 
  3. Dip the block into the paint and then remove some of the excess.
  4. Light glide over the candle holder.

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