I wanted to do an arts and crafts project that would incorporate my love of France and of art. So what better way than to make my own art piece to hang in my house! I made an art box, or simply, a decorated box you can hang on your wall like art. Easy, right? A couple weeks ago, I had seen this project done, but with a cheapy painting you might find at a thrift or crafts store. I wanted to do the same thing, but with pretty construction paper I had around the house. I did cute sayings for my piece, but you can put song lyrics, or your favorite quotes for the lettering.
You'll need:
- Plain gift box
- Construction Paper
- Craft paint
- Paint brushes
- Letter Stickers or make your own letters
Step 1:
I used a gift box as the "canvas" for my art. If you use a painting, you can use whatever it comes attached to as your foundation.
Step 2-3:
Cover your box with the construction paper. I covered the sides with pattered tissue paper. This is optional.
Step 4:
Cut out letters. I cut out letters from thick construction paper, but you can use letters stickers you can purchase at your local crafts store.
Step 5:
Cover the entire art piece with a coat (or two) of white paint. I wish I would have used spray paint because my letters bled a tiny bit. Spray paint is preferable.
Step 6:
Once art piece is fully painted, allow time to dry. I let mine dry for about an hour.
Step 7:
Peel the letters off carefully.
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| Yay! You did it! Enjoy!♥ |
