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Painted Paper Mache Boxes

Turn plain paper mache boxes into a collection of beautiful home decor pieces to enhance any space. Use FolkArt One Decor Paint and accessories to create an elegant, Victorian style set of boxes.

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At a Glance:

Project #15463 Skill Level: Intermediate
supplies

Plaid Supplies

F/A ONE DECOR DEEP FUSCHIA 8 OZ.

Number Needed: 1 $7.99
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F/A ONE DECOR MISTY BLUE 8 OZ.

Number Needed: 1 $7.99
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F/A ONE DECOR BABY BLUSH 8 OZ.

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FolkArt ® Design Creme™ - Wicked White, 3 oz. - 34678

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F/A DESIGN CREME BABY BLUSH 3 OZ.

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F/A DESIGN CREME BLOSSOM 3 OZ. (DISC)

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FolkArt ® Adhesive Silkscreen - Vintage Floral - 34974

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F/A PAINTING TOOL - HARDWARE BRUSH SET 1.5IN

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F/A PAINTING TOOL - SQUEEGEE TOOL SET 6 PC

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Other Supplies

  • Set of paper mache boxes
 

instructions

  1. Basecoat boxes with Deep Fuchsia, Misty Blue and Baby Blush.  Allow to dry.
  2. Using the squeegee tool add the flowers.
  3. Refer to photo for color placement.

resources

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Anatomy of the FolkArt Select Firm Bristle Paintbrush

Anatomy of the FolkArt Select Firm Bristle Paintbrush

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Related FAQs

Proper cleaning and care makes brushes last longer and perform better. Wood and paper are hardest on brushes and will tend to make your brushes wear faster.
  1. Thoroughly rinse the brush with water, using the grid at the bottom on the Brush Basin®.
  2. Squeeze Brush Plus® brush cleaner or FolkArt® Brush Cleaner & Conditioner into the bristles and work it in with your fingers all the way to the ferrule. Rinse with water. Repeat if needed.
  3. After you have cleaned your brushes, use Brush Plus or FolkArt® Brush Cleaner & Conditioner to resize them. Work it in back and forth to get enough cleaner into the bristles to reshape them.
  4. Pull the bristles between your fingers to re-shape a chisel. With a flat brush you may need to do this a couple of times for the medium to start to set up.
  5. Make sure that your bristles are not touching a surface when drying.
  6. Store brushes with bristles upright in a cup or brush caddy.
Here are some other tips for making your brushes last longer.
  • Don't allow paint to dry in your brush.
  • As you paint, occasionally rinse the bristles with water.
  • Store brushes in the Brush Basin® or in a container that allows brushes to retain their form and be separated from each other.
Proper cleaning and care of brushes will not only make them last longer but also make them perform as they were designed to perform.
  1. Thoroughly clean the brush with water using the grid in the bottom of the Brush Basin®.
  2. Squeeze a small amount of Brush Plus Cleaner & Conditioner onto your brush.
  3. Place the brush scrubber in the palm of your hand, choose the correct height of scrubber teeth for your brush, then move the brush back and forth under the running water until the water runs clear.
  4. After cleaning, apply a small amount of Brush Plus Cleaner & Conditioner and reshape using your thumb and forefinger. Store with bristles upright in a cup or brush caddy.
More brush tips:
  • Do not allow paint to dry in the brush.
  • As you paint, rinse bristles out occasionally with water.
  • Store the brush upright in the Brush Basin® or in a container that will allow the brushes to retain their form and to be separate from one another.
Yes, it is advisable to clean your paintbrush when changing colors as well as after each painting session.
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