I have just completed move #2 after living with my parents and am finally getting to some projects that are just not feasible in a one bedroom apartment with dogs who like to get into everything! I now have my very own CRAFT ROOM!!! It even comes with a reading nook! Here are some pictures of the layout:
My first project was pretty simple. For some time, I have had these plain wooden key hooks made from trivets that have needed to be spruced up a bit. I chose to "white wash" them with three coordinating colors. This can be done within one 30-45 minute craft session....SO SIMPLE!!
Step 1: Paint an uneven base coat of white, leaving some bare wood showing through. This will allow the details of the design show through the layers of paint.
Step 2: Add water to your your paint (60% paint and 40% water). You want to thin it out so that it wipes off easier and allows the white to show through.
Step 3: "White wash" the wood and wipe off with a damp paper towel or cloth. Make sure and leave most of the color in the grooves, showing the design.
Step 4: Add felt to the back of the wooden hooks to prevent paint damage when hanging on the wall. (I learned this lesson when living in the apartment!)
Step 5: Time to hang them on the wall. I used medium-long nails.
(you may have to drill a nail hole if the design does not have hole that is centrally located.)
Total cost: $ 8.00 ( for acrylic paint and metal hooks, wooden trivets were FREE!!)
I staggered mine to allow room for my dog leashes to hang straight rather than bunching on the the ground. I love how they turned out and am ready to tackle my next project... a refurbished lamp shade.
