I've been a bit busy the past few weeks as hubby is on his second neck surgery in two weeks so I thought I'd go back and do a few posts on some details I did when I re-did my kitchen. Since the cupboards were all white now, I wanted to add something decorative to this board/panel under my sink.
Typically I use graphite paper to do transfers but when I used it on this, the graphite made a mess of the white paint. SO, after re-painting this board, I went with the good, old pencil-on-the-back-of-the-paper method. I still had to be a bit careful to not press my hands on the paper while transferring but it was a much cleaner result.
I had already printed out the words on the paper with my computer so after 'coloring' the back with pencil, I taped it onto the wood piece and traced over it with a pen, transferring the words onto the wood.
Once that was done, I just used craft paint and an very, fine tip brush to paint the words in black.
I liked it but I felt it was a bit of a 'stark' contrast to all of that white so I decided to lightly sand over it to distress/lighten it a little and I liked that much better.
Any place that I was not happy with, I was able to clean up with white paint. Any place that I had some of the pencil rub off onto the wood I was able to clean up with a Q-tip dipped in white paint.
I definitely preferred the lighter, sanded version.
Don't you just love how paint can transform anything??
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I love it! You have a talent for that and your kitchen is awesome! Hope your hubby's surgery goes well!
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I LOVE it, my friend! It adds the perfect touch to your sweet little kitchen.
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Oh, how pretty!! I love the idea of Scripture right there where you can see it so often! God's Word brightens anything. You did a wonderful job! I trust the Lord will bless our husband through this operation and recovery process. May He bless you, too, sweet friend. :) I think it is as hard on the caregiver as it is on the patient!
ReplyDeleteI love your Taste and See on the panel under your sink, Lauren. The distressed version looks so pretty and fits in with your new look. Yes, paint makes such a big difference and it all looks so bright and cheery! Happy weekend to you. Best of luck to your hubby with his upcoming surgery.
ReplyDeleteLovely, and such a great daily inspiration! Yes, paint is so transforming. Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteWow, you've been busy! Your rooms look bright and fresh...perfect for spring! XO- Wendi@H2OBungalow
ReplyDeleteGreat job on the stenciling, Lauren. Your updated kitchen looks great! I've always been a fan of white cabinets.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
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