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Storage Crates and Coordinating Decor

Easy and fun to create, these colorful crates will help your student stay organized while keeping all school supplies neat and in their place!

This project features these great brands:

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At a Glance:

Project #16450 Skill Level: Intermediate
supplies

Plaid Supplies

Apple Barrel ® Colors - White, 16 oz. - 21119

Number Needed: 1 $6.99
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Apple Barrel ® Colors - Bright Red, 16 oz. - 21123

Number Needed: 1 $6.99
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Apple Barrel ® Colors - Pumpkin Orange, 16 oz. - 21126E

Number Needed: 1 $6.99
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Apple Barrel ® Colors - Cobalt Hue, 16 oz. - 21142

Number Needed: 1 $6.99
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Mod Podge ® Gloss, 16 oz. - CS11202

Number Needed: 1 $10.99
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Mod Podge ® Matte, 16 oz. - CS11302

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Other Supplies

Unfinished Wood Crates (2), Old Books (3), Brush Basin or container for water, Paper Towels, Medium grit sandpaper, Assorted scrapbook papers, Scissors, 1” Foam brushes, No. 1 Liner brush
 

instructions

  1. Paint the crate in the color of your choice that coordinates with colors in the scrapbook paper designs.  We chose Bright Red and Cobalt Hue.  Using a 1” Foam brush, paint the entire crate with one coat of paint.  Allow to dry.  When dry, sand smooth and reapply a second coat for opaque coverage.  Allow to dry.
  2. Determine the scrapbook paper patterns desired for the crate side slats.  Using scissors, cut rectangular strips of paper with either straight or angled edges.  Be creative; and mix and match coordinating patterns such as polka dots, stripes, and small overall patterns.
  3. Apply cut papers to each wood slat using Mod Podge (Matte or Gloss).  Using a clean 1” foam brush, brush a liberal amount of Mod Podge onto the basecoated wood slat as well as the backside of the scrapbook paper piece.  Next position the paper strip onto the surface and smooth in place.  Press firmly to remove any possible air bubbles or paper wrinkles.  Allow to dry a minimum of 15 minutes and then brush a coat of Mod Podge over the paper strips to seal and protect.  Allow to dry.
 
Book Instructions
  1. Using a 1” Foam brush, base coat each book a different color.  We used Pumpkin Orange, Bright Red, and Cobalt Hue.  Allow to dry and if needed, reapply a second coat for opaque coverage.
  2. Using a No. 1 liner brush and brush lettering techniques, paint words or phrases of your choice onto the spine of the book.  We painted, “Be Bold,” “Be Honest,” and “Be Kind.”

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Related FAQs

Yes, Apple Barrels paints can be mixed to create a new color value or hue. 
Yes, Apple Barrel Paints are perfect for school projects – they are the best paint on the market to paint on Styrofoam! Apple Barrel Paints are also perfect for “mom and me” projects or for the general basic crafter.
Yes, you can use Apple Barrel paint on plaster. However, because plaster is very porous and sometimes dusty, you will need to first seal the piece with a clear acrylic matte spray sealer.
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