Not Your Mama's Faux Stained Glass Project

Hi!,

I wanted to show you a faux stained glass piece I created using DecoArt® glass stain. This product is so easy to use, the colors are vibrant, and they are self leveling. The other brands that I have tried did not have self leveling. I believe this is mandatory in getting that flawless stained glass look.

I found an old window at my local "everything" shop the other day. I removed the glass and cleaned it with soap and water, then used rubbing alcohol on it and let it air dry. Note... Because this window is old  you have no way of  knowing what type of paint etc. is on it that could be toxic, I made sure to use gloves and an air mask.

I sanded the frame where there were visible rough spots, scraped out the old window sealant, and wiped it down with a damp cloth. I painted the frame with DecoArt® chalky finish paint ( Lace) and sealed it with Ultra-matte varnish.


I created the pattern for the stained glass using paper the same size as the glass. I wrote in the colors I would use in the different areas with a black sharpie. I laid the window on top of the pattern and traced it on the glass with a black Sharpie® pen. Remove your pattern and set aside. Note.. Do not add the color names of each area on your glass. Refer back to your pattern for your colors.

Start tracing each line with DecoArt® stained glass leading. Let dry overnight. Note: You may need to do a small areas at a time so as not to smear it. You can clean up lines using a tooth pick and a baby wipe.

Start filling each area with your chosen colors. I have added a video which shows this technique and others I used.

I added an extra special touch on my piece. I added stained glass color in the middle of each flower. When completely dry I glued glass stones that matched the color. It gives it a little 3D look. I used Dap® Adhesive Sealant to secure the window back into the frame. I used large eye hooks, chain, and S hooks to hang it on my front porch.

I am so happy with what I could  achieve using this product! I was a little nervous when I started with this large piece but it turned out beautiful and  I absolutely LOVE it!!  My neighbors are showering me with compliments. 


Happy Creating!

Shari

To Chalk or Not to Chalk

Hi!

I finally found the perfect storage cabinet for my studio. Thanks to my son negotiating I was able to get it for next to nothing.  YEA!!!

It obviously needed to be refinished. I was thinking I might go glossy and really change it up but in the long run I always seem to choose chalky paint. Nothing wrong with that!

I wanted the finished piece to fit into the creative vibe of my studio. So it began with 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and then 7 different colors. YES!  A little distressing, dark wax, changing out the top knob for a really cool distressed crown knob, and voila .

Man, I am so glad I conquered my fear of too much color and just went for it. Loving It

Shari

Re-purposed Garden Art

Good Morning!

I have been so ready to do a fun re-purposed project!

I have a habitat for humanity re-store where I live. I was able to purchase 4 ceiling fan blades and a banister rung for less than $3.00. I used these to create a large dragonfly for my garden fence.

 

I used Americana Decor multi-surface acrylic paints.  

 These paints are self-sealing - no primer/sealer needed. Indoor and outdoor use.

Here are the colors I used

Coffee bean

Black tie

Eggplant

Iris

Deep turquoise

Turquoise waters

Blue bird

Sky blue  

 

 

For the dragonfly head I purchased a paper mache egg, when I tore off the outside coating I found it was  plastic underneath. I cut it in half then cut out a notch on the bottom so it would fit over the banister rung.

 




The eyes were created using 2 unfinished wooden swirls glued together.

I used a small piece of wood for each 2 wing segment. (Upper and lower) I attached the wings to the wood and then the wood to the banister. I attached wire to the back of the dragonfly so that I could hang it on my fence.

I am so happy with how this turned out! The Americana multi-surface paint colors I used are so vibrant and were the perfect colors for this dragonfly. 

Thanks for stopping by and checking out how my dragonfly came to life!

Shari

Positive thoughts for Your Side Table

 Hi!,

I wanted to invite you to my new tutorial. These blocks are quite easy to create and can be done in an afternoon. Just follow the link :) 

  Positive thoughts for your side table

These were so much fun to create!

Shari