How To Makeover An Antique Clock
Let me show you how to turn a wooden antique clock into something new. I’ll show you how easy it is to makeover an antique clock.
Have you ever come across a piece of old furniture that you love but needs an upgrade? When I spotted this little, old, wooden Mantle Clock, I was so happy. It definitely needed some TLC to make it more modern and fun but I could totally picture it as something totally different.
Some 3D stencil fiber paste, a brush, and some paint was all it took to complete this makeover. If you are wanting this same look on an antique clock of your own, grab your supplies, and let’s get going!
Makeover an Antique Clock
supplies to makeover your antique clock:
- Antique Clock – I used a wooden one I purchased from Salvation Army or Goodwill!
- Sanding Block
- Wipes
- Heat Gun
- 3D Stencil Fiber Paste
- Paint Brush
- Mineral Paint – Algonquin, Hazelwood, Cathedral Taupe, Coal Black
- Dabbing Brush Set
- Paper Towels
Instructions for your antique clock:
- Remove your clock from the base.
- Sand your base.
- Using baby wipes, wipe off all the dust from sanding.
- Using a heat gun just dry your base a little bit.
- Take your 3D stencil fiber paste and stipple it all over your base using your paint brush.
- When your design is dry, use your sanding block to knock down the very pointy pieces.
- I did the rest of this on a Facebook live… catch it here – https://fb.watch/gh6Ycu3g8y/
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What is 3D fiber paste?
3D fiber paste is used to create unique applications on designs. Rich in fibers 3D paste is easy to apply and holds its shape. Perfect for dimensional décor projects.
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Turn an Antique Clock into a Gorgeous Piece of Home Decor
Materials
- 1 Antique Clock
- 1 Sanding Block
- 1 Wipes
- 1 Heat Gun
- 1 3D Stencil Fiber Paste
- 2 Paint Brush
- Mineral Paint Raw silk, Algonquin, Cathedral Taupe, Coal Black, Hazelwood
Instructions
- Remove your clock from the base.
- Sand your base.
- Using baby wipes, wipe off all the dust from sanding.
- Using a heat gun just dry your base a little bit.
- Take your 3D stencil fiber paste and stipple it all over your base using your paint brush.
- When your design is dry, use your sanding block to knock down the very pointy pieces.
- I did the rest of this on a Facebook live… catch it here – https://fb.watch/gh6Ycu3g8y/
- Stipple your color selection to your liking!
Video
Just pin this antique clock makeover tutorial below to find the instructions later!
