Faux Zinc Decorative Plate
Posted by DecoArt on May 26th 2016
Use dry-brushing to create depth and texture on a decorative plate using Americana Decor® Chalky Finish paint.
SUPPLIES
- paper towels
- scissors
- large flat brush
- printed images
- round wooden charger
- chip brush
INSTRUCTIONS
NOTES:
Be sure to let paint dry thoroughly between coats.
- Apply two coats of Carbon to both front and back sides of the wooden charger, letting dry between coats.
- Using a 2" chip brush, dry-brush the charger with Shimmering Silver. (Work in a cross-hatching and with swirling motions.) Wipe off excess paint on a clean paper towel.
- Working quickly (do not wait for Shimmering Silver to dry), immediately wipe off excess paint with damp paper towel, going in a circular motion. (This helps create texture and depth.)
- Remember to paint the edges using the same technique. Let dry.
- Mix together Carbon, Everlasting, and Shimmering Silver to create various shades of silver. Brush the various mixes onto the plate.
- Immediately wipe excess paint with a damp paper towel, using a light circular motion. Let dry, then repeat on the front side of charger.
- Using scissors or craft knife, carefully cut out printed images of choice. Be sure to cut away all of the background, cutting as close to the design as possible.
- Apply the image to the front of the plate using Matte Decou-Page. Apply an additional layer of Decou-Page on top of the image.
- Apply a desired varnish.
