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Distressed Entryway Organizer

Upcycle a thrift-store find into a beautiful, functional entryway organizer with FolkArt Home Decor Chalk acrylic paint!

At a Glance:

#6591 Skill Level: Advanced Time:
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This project features these great brands:

  • FolkArt Home Decor Chalk Logo
  • Mod Podge Decoupage Finishes and Formulas Logo
supplies

FolkArt Home Decor Chalk - Sheepskin, 8 oz. - 34151

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

FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Wax - Antiquing, 8 oz. - 34171

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

FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Crackle Medium, 8 oz. - 34867

Number Needed: 1 $7.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Brushes - Wax Brush - 34908

Number Needed: 1 $19.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Brushes - Chalk & Wax Brush set - 34909

Number Needed: 1 $15.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Brushes - Wide Brush - 34910

Number Needed: 1 $12.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

F/A HOME DECOR SCRAPERS 4 PC (DISC)

Number Needed: 1 $3.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

F/A HOME DECOR CHALK - SEASIDE VILLA 8 OZ.

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

F/A HOME DECOR CHALK - SAVANNAH 8 OZ.

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

Other Supplies

FolkArt Home Decor Stencils - Trellis #34960, Large dining room cabinet, Wood filler, Petroleum jelly, Disposable paintbrush, Painter, Tape, Sandpaper, Organizational items: hooks; baskets; etc.

Instructions

  1. Remove doors or shelves from the unit. Fill any holes with wood filler. Once dry, sand and wipe clean.
  2. Paint the middle section of the hutch Seaside Villa and the bottom and top trim with Savannah. Allow to dry 2 hours.
  3. Using a foam paintbrush, apply the Crackle Medium to areas where you want the crackle effect. You can brush on or tap on. Allow to fully dry before applying the top-coat.
  4. In areas where you want a heavy distressed look, apply a coat of petroleum jelly. This looks really good along edges or detailed areas.
  5. Using a disposable brush, paint the petroleum jelly areas with Sheepskin FolkArt Home Décor. Using the Wide Brush, paint the crackle medium areas. Be very careful to only paint in one direction over the crackle medium or you will end up painting over the crackled spots. Use the same brush to paint the rest of the unit. Allow to dry.
  6. Using a scraper, scrap the petroleum jelly areas. The top-coat will easily come off creating a distressed look.
  7. Tape the stencil into the lower (seat) area. Load the Chalk Brush with Savannah paint. You will want to work with a dry brush so make sure you wipe most of the paint off the brush. Pouring the paint into a disposable bowl works best for stenciling. Begin in the center of the stencil and swirl the brush over the stencil. Swirl harder in some sections and softer in other section so you get a not-perfect or distressed look. Lift stencil and allow the paint to dry.
  8. Using the wax brush, apply the Antique Wax to the organizer. You will brush on in a circular motion and then wipe with a soft rag.
  9. Attach the organizational items with screws in your desired areas.
  • PROJECT TIP: If you want a “less distressed” organizer, FolkArt Chalk Clear Wax can be substituted for the Antique Wax.

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.

Copyright: All Rights Reserved. No part of this Project may be reproduced in any form without permission in writing, except for your personal use, except by reviewer, who may in reviewing this project, quote brief passages in a magazine or newspaper.

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