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Scandinavian Mini Candleholder

 Scandinavian Mini Candleholder, large

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Scandinavian Mini Candleholder

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Item# 32985
Craft this charming mini candle holder with a distinctly Scandinavian theme using Americana® paints.
Project Instructions»

Note: Allow paint to dry between color, coats, and steps. Allow glue to dry between steps.

Step 1 Using 150-grit sandpaper, sand rectangular base smooth and remove dust with damp paper towel.

Step 2 Using wood glue, center and glue candle cup to base.

Step 3 Using #4 flat brush, base-coat candle cup and bird Snow White; and rectangular base, Primary Red.

Step 4 Using piece of brown paper bag, sand bird, base, and candle cup smooth. Remove any dust with damp paper towel.

Step 5 Copy patterns onto tracing paper and transfer to bird and candle cup with graphite transfer paper underneath. Use stylus or ballpoint pen to transfer patterns.

Step 6 Using #0 spotter brush, paint stroke work on bird and candle cup with Primary Red.

Step 7 Using silicon glue, adhere bottom front of bird to side of base behind candle cup.

Materials List»
    DecoArt® Americana® Acrylic Paints – Snow (Titanium) White and Primary Red
    Rectangular Sign. 2"x3"
    Candle Cup, ¾" (with ¼" Hole)
    Paintbrush – #4 Flat and #0 Spotter
    Wooden Bird, 2"x3½"
    Water Container
    Palette (or Plastic Plate)
    Paper Towels
    Sandpaper, 15-grit
    Brown Paper Bag
    Silicon Glue
    Wood Glue
Tips»
When base-coating, use as many coats as needed to cover completely.
Craft Time: 60+ minutes

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