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Pallet Box DIY with Mod Podge

Add a romantic flair to a Plaid pallet box with a soft ombre using charming Apple Barrel colors.

At a Glance:

#6455 Skill Level: Intermediate Time:
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This project features these great brands:

  • Apple Barrel Logo
  • Mod Podge Logo
supplies

Apple Barrel ® Colors - Tropic Orange, 2 oz. - 21341

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Apple Barrel ® Colors - Sunkissed Peach, 2 oz. - 21888

Number Needed: 1 $0.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Plaid ® Wood Surfaces - Pallet Box - 90525E

Number Needed: 1 $5.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Mod Podge ® Matte, 8 oz. - CS11301

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

Other Supplies

1" Flat brush, Scrapbook paper - Floral, Ruler, Pencil, Scissors, Sandpaper, Water basin, Paper towels, Silicone mat

Instructions

  1. Sand the piece edges to smooth. Paint the lid with two coats of Tropic Orange letting the coats dry in between. Set aside and let dry completely.
  2. Paint the box inside Tropic Orange and let dry. Paint the outside of the box using and ombre technique by blending Tropic Orange into Sun Kissed Peach. Let dry.
  3. Cut a scrapbook paper the size of the pallet top. Measure the width of the pallet slat as well as the distance between the slats. Lay the paper shape face down and draw lines the width of the pallet slats with the distant between. Cut apart.
  4. Lay your papers print side down on the craft mat and brush on Ultra Matte. Apply to the slats. Smooth out by applying several top coats of Ultra Matte.
  5. Let dry completely. Sand the edges of the top and box to create an aged appearance.

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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