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Time Required :
About an hour
Intermediate
Intermediate
You're somewhat experienced with the skills necessary to complete this project, but you haven't mastered all the elements, yet.

kawaii painted rocks

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Step 1
Clean the rock’s surface with rubbing alcohol and a paper towel. 
Step 2
Paint one side of each rock with a background color. Let completely dry.
 
TIP: For the solid opaque look, you may need to paint a few layers.
Step 3
Paint your kawaii icon on the top of the rock. Let dry.
 
TIP: Use the Spouncers™ to make the circle shapes, such as the eyes, and the end of a paintbrush for small dots. 
Step 4
Use the paint pens for fine details. Let dry.
 
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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Polished River Rocks Decorative Fillers by Ashland®

    Item # 10006893 
    Save 20% with code 20MADEBYYOU See Details See Details
    Valid Instore & Online through 6/18. Exclusions apply.
    $3.19
 
Tools
Tools
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Foam Stippler Variety Set by Craft Smart®

    Item # 10220308 
    Save 20% with code 20MADEBYYOU See Details See Details
    Valid Instore & Online through 6/18. Exclusions apply.
    $4.99
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    845163004
    You’ll Need: 1

    Sharpie® Oil-Based Paint Marker, Extra Fine Point

    Item # 10288091 
    Buy One Get One 50% Off - Add 2 items to qualify See Details See Details
    Sharpie® Marker Sets Buy one item at regular price & get the second of equal or lesser value 50% off. Excludes clearance.
    $3.99
    • Color: White
    • Size: 2 fl oz
    • Color: White
    • Size: 2 fl oz
    +More Colors
    • Color: White
    • Size: 2 fl oz
    +More Colors
    +More Options
  • img
    845163004
    You’ll Need: 1

    Sharpie® Oil-Based Paint Marker, Extra Fine Point

    Item # 10288087 
    Buy One Get One 50% Off - Add 2 items to qualify See Details See Details
    Sharpie® Marker Sets Buy one item at regular price & get the second of equal or lesser value 50% off. Excludes clearance.
    $3.99
    • Color: Black
    • Size: 2 fl oz
    • Color: Black
    • Size: 2 fl oz
    +More Colors
    • Color: Black
    • Size: 2 fl oz
    +More Colors
    +More Options
 
You’ll Also Need
  • Paintbrush
  • Rubbing Alcohol
  • Paper Towel
Instructions
Step 1
Clean the rock’s surface with rubbing alcohol and a paper towel. 
Step 2
Paint one side of each rock with a background color. Let completely dry.
 
TIP: For the solid opaque look, you may need to paint a few layers.
Step 3
Paint your kawaii icon on the top of the rock. Let dry.
 
TIP: Use the Spouncers™ to make the circle shapes, such as the eyes, and the end of a paintbrush for small dots. 
Step 4
Use the paint pens for fine details. Let dry.
 
Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels 
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