Painted Calendar Sphere

Figure A

Steps:

1. Wet rigid wrap and wrap around plastic foam ball (figure A). Let dry.

Figure B

2. Apply joint compound (figure B). Let dry.

3. Sand to make a smooth surface.

4. Prime surface with gesso.

Figure C

5. Decoupage date and month around sphere (figure C).

6. Fix edges with modeling paste. Let dry and sand until smooth.

Figure D

7. Design sphere. Draw designs with pencil (figure D).

Figure E

8. Paint designs (figure E) with three coats of oil paint and let dry.

9. Apply a coat of varnish for protection.

10. Cut out stand for sphere on machine. Sand, prime and paint stand.

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