DIY Faux Bois Art
Supplies:
2″ circle punch
faux bois painting tool (mine is by Martha Stewart)
Contact paper (any pattern will do!)
8×10 (or desired size) canvas
elmers glue
acrylic paint in desired color
ink pad
small letter stamps
Step 2) cut contact paper to the size of your canvas
Step 3) cut a heart shape from the center of your contact paper (use a stencil if needed)
Step 4) remove the backing from the contact paper and position it on your canvas. Use glue to seal the inner edges, which will prevent the paint from seeping under the contact paper
Step 5) punch a 2″ circle from the contact paper and place it on the heart. Seal the edges of the circle with glue.
My faux bois heart has been added to my festive Valentine’s Day mantel. It’s the perfect addition!
Come visit me sometime at 52 Mantels!
52 Mantels is a blog about all things home including weekly mantel makeovers, easy DIY projects, seasonal crafts and simple recipes! I’m blessed to be the stay-at-home mother to one adorable little girl and the lucky wife to an ever-supportive hubby (who puts up with my endless projects!).
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Emily Morgenstern says
Thanks for having me over, Amy! 🙂
4 You With Love says
Great Project!