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Yarn Tassel Wall Hanging

Create colorful tassel art with Apple Barrel acrylic paint! This is a great project for the whole family. Customize with your favorite colors to match your decor. Great for a kid's room!

This project features these great brands:

  • Apple Barrel Logo

At a Glance:

Project #15750 Skill Level: Intermediate
supplies

Plaid Supplies

Apple Barrel ® Colors - Sunny Day, 2 oz. - 21384

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
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Apple Barrel ® Colors - Lavender Sachet, 2 oz. - 21893

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Apple Barrel ® Colors - Fuchsia, 2 oz. - 20216

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
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Apple Barrel ® Colors - Tropic Orange, 2 oz. - 21341

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
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Apple Barrel ® Colors - Laguna, 2 oz. - 20562

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Apple Barrel ® Colors - Lime Tree, 2 oz. - 21476

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Other Supplies

  • Thin wooden dowel
  • White yarn
  • Disposable cups

instructions

  1. Make six tassels. Make sure there is enough room on the end to tie the tassels to your wooden dowel.
  2. Mix a 2:1 ratio of water to paint with each of your colors in separate cups.
  3. Dip your tassels into each paint mixture. 
  4. Let dry then secure your tassels onto your wooden dowel.
  5. Tie a piece of yarn connecting on both sides of the dowel to act as a handle.

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resources

Related Videos

Learn more about Apple Barrel Craft Paint!

Learn all about Apple Barrel craft paint by watching this video!

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Learn all about Apple Barrel craft paint by watching this video!

Learn about Apple Barrel Multi-Surface Paint

Find out more about Apple Barrel Multi-Surface Paint by watching this video!

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Find out more about Apple Barrel Multi-Surface Paint by watching this video!

Learn about Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylic Paint

Find out more about Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylic Paint by watching this video.

Watch this Video

Find out more about Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylic Paint by watching this video.

Related Resources

Apple Barrel Paints FAQ

Apple Barrel Paints FAQ

Learn how to use Apple Barrel Paints!

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Related FAQs

No, FolkArt® Shinys are not the same as Apple Barrel Gloss. FolkArt® Shinys were developed to have a higher gloss finish than Apple Barrel Gloss. Also, FolkArt® Shinys are color matched to the corresponding FolkArt® Acrylic Color and have the same high pigment load and intense color.
Yes, Apple Barrels paints can be mixed to create a new color value or hue. 
Yes, you can use both FolkArt 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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