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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/ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 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. Looking for some fun and crafty DIY home decor ideas? Look no further than the Flippin Furniture blog. We have tons of tutorials to help you with everything from crafting to furniture makeovers. And be sure to follow us on Facebook for even more inspiration. Love our crafting tutorials and want be apart of a crafting community? Join the Flippin Society today! Just pin this antique clock makeover tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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Kitchen Backsplash Makeover

DIYing your kitchen can sound incredibly intimidating, but there are actually so many amazing ideas to jazz up backsplashes out there that are budget-friendly and easy to do yourself, just like this simple and easy-to-follow tutorial. Changing the look of your kitchen wall is one of the easiest ways to update your kitchen. Even if you don’t change your cabinets or countertops, a new backsplash alone can completely change the look and feel of your kitchen. Sometimes, the simplest approach is best and most effective. If you’re still happy with the material and pattern you’ve used in the past, but just not the particular shade or aesthetic, a coat of paint is an easy and affordable way to give your kitchen an entirely new look. Upgrade your Kitchen Backsplash Hip, hip, hooray! The kitchen backsplash is done and I’m so excited to show you all! Changing out the backsplash made a huge difference in our kitchen and I’m so happy. All it needed was a simple and quick spruce! If you’re excitedly planning a new kitchen look for your home, but not excited about the costs involved in a professional installation, you may want to consider this simple DIY kitchen backsplash idea. Supplies to upgrade your kitchen backsplash: TSP Alternative Fusion Ultra Grip Paint (Raw Silk) Stain & Finishing Oil All in One – Cappuccino Paint Brush Instructions: Clean your surface well before starting. Prime your backsplash with ultragrip. Paint two coats of raw silk fusion paint. Lightly brush your finishing oil over your white paint on the areas where you want to accent. Frequently Asked Questions: If there is too much brown paint how do you remove it? You can paint white and start over or you can use a baby wipe to remove some of the excess How to clean your kitchen backsplash? After a months worth of drying/curing time you should be able to clean it as usual. Why don’t you use a sealant on afterwards? The fusion paints have a built in sealant in their paint Just pin this kitchen backsplash makeover tutorial below to find the instructions later!

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