Susan Pickering Rothamel of US ArtQuest demonstrates how to transform an unattractive piece of pottery into a beautiful home accessory
(see photo at right).
Materials:
paint
paper adhesive
dry powder pigment paint
paintbrushes
leafing pen
webbing spray
epoxy-coated 24-gauge colored wire (Gold, black, copper and aubergine were used on the show.)
beads, buttons, curtain rings, etc.
Steps:
- Pour paint inside the pottery. Use a color that will complement what you use on the outside.
- Brush paper adhesive on the outside of the pot (figure A).
- Follow immediately by applying dry powder pigment paint (bronze was used on the show) with a brush (figure B). The adhesive seals the pot. Let dry.
- If desired, touch up the edges of the pottery with a leafing pen.
- Apply webbing spray (figure C) with a back-and-forth motion. Do not spray directly onto the pottery.
- Wrap several strands of wire around the neck of the pottery and tie it into a bow of sorts (figure D).
- Thread decorative items such as beads, earrings or curtain rings onto wire and twist ends.
* Note: When using webbing spray, use the same color as the paint on the inside of the pot (or use a complementary color).
Resources painting products--Krylon
Krylon Products Group
Website:
www.krylon.com
leafing pens--Krylon
Available at local craft and hobby stores.
Krylon Products Group
Website:
www.krylon.com
US Artquest
US Artquest, Inc.
Website:
www.usartquest.com
Guests Susan Pickering Rothamel
Owner, US ArtQuest
Email:
AQSue@aol.com
URL:
www.usartquest.com
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