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Patriotic Frame

Display your favorite photo in a patriotic themed frame to celebrate America! Make your July 4th a blast by crafting this easy-to-make frame with your family.

At a Glance:

#3629 Skill Level: Intermediate Time:
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This project features these great brands:

  • FolkArt Acrylic Paint Logo
supplies

FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Apple Red, 2 oz. - 2548

Number Needed: 1 $1.69
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Extreme Glitter™ - Gold, 5 oz. - 2771

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

FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Brilliant Ultramarine, 2 oz. - 484

Number Needed: 1 $1.69
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Vintage White, 2 oz. - 515

Number Needed: 1 $1.69
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Metallics - Pure Gold, 2 oz. - 660

Number Needed: 1 $2.69
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instructions

Other Supplies

4 x 6" Wood frame with peg, Wood star cut-outs, ¾” Masking tape, Assorted buttons, White craft glue, Wax candle, Large flat brush, Sandpaper

Instructions

  1. Paint frame Brilliant Ultramarine. Let dry.
  2. Rub wax candle on edges of frame and on the front in a few places.
  3. Repaint the frame Vintage White. Let dry completely.
  4. Mask off diagonal stripes as shown. Paint stripes Apple Red and carefully remove the tape. Let dry.
  5. Lightly sand the frame to distress.
  6. Paint stars Pure Gold. When dry, brush three light coats of Gold Extreme Glitter over the paint, allowing each coat to dry before painting the next.
  7. Attach buttons and stars to frame using white craft glue. Refer to photo for placement.

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.