Galvanized Gutter Frame
1. Measure and mark four equal lengths of straight gutter. Cut with tin snips and file rough edges smooth. Snap two lengths into each side of the corners to assemble the frame. Use caulk to glue inside corners and ... [... more]
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Painted Light Fixture
2. Rub an earthy green color all over the fixture with your fingers and let it dry. Apply some burnt umber in the same way but allow some of the green to show through (use a damp rag to wipe off any excess if ... [... more]
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Aging New Planters
Use a damp sponge to apply the gray-black color over the entire piece, allowing it to drip deep into the crevices. Use a clean rag to rub some away, creating various tones of the color. ... [... more]
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Faux Leather Wall Hanging
2. Trace each onto the brown foam and cut them out with scissors. Punch two holes in each about where a saddle would go. Heat each image until it starts to curl and turn it over to heat the other side so it stays ... [... more]
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Decorative Paint Technique: Metallic
3. To create a weathered look or patina instantly, use either an aging solution or latex paint. When using aging solution, apply a second coat of copper paint as above and while it's still wet, dab the solution on ... [... more]
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Metallic Garden Finishes
Apply Instant Rust solution using a bristle brush, covering the entire piece . The rusted effect appears as the surface dries. ... [... more]
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Checkerboard Trunk
Apply some metallic copper solution to a piece of copper tooling foil. While the copper solution is wet, apply some patina solution. As the patina solution dries it will create a verdigris effect. Allow the copper to ... [... more]
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