How to Paint Mod Black and White Dots on a Basic Rug
For the modern patio, take a basic outdoor rug and give it your personal spin with simple painted dots. Choose any colors that complement your other outdoor decor.

Materials Needed
- a basic outdoor rug
- white paint
- black paint
- two paintbrushes

Paint White Dots
Starting in one corner of the rug, paint a round dot using white paint.

Continue up the rug and add more white dots in a variety of sizes.

Paint Black Dots
Now add in a few block dots, filling in the spaces between the white dots.

Continue Painting Dots
Fill the entire rug with medium and large size dots. Use two separate brushes to avoid mixing the two paint colors.

Fill Empty Spots
Fill in the empty spots with small dots until you’re satisfied with the design.

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