How about another black and white Halloween decor craft today? I think my Halloween vignette is all done now, and I’m happy to show it off all finished to you soon. This little sign/plaque/whatever you want to call it adds a bit of fun to the display, and it cost me a whole dollar to make using craft supplies I had on hand.
It started off with a black plastic tray that I found at the dollar store. I thought it looked like it could maybe work as a frame, and right away I knew I wanted to try gilding some of those skulls on the border.
I painted the inside of the tray white using matte craft paint and a brush. It took a couple coats. Then I gilded two of the skulls using metal leaf. (See more about how to gild here.) I finished it off by painting a swirly “boo” using a round brush and black acrylic paint. I freehanded the lettering, but did do a couple practice sketches on a piece of paper first. If you feel uncomfortable painting freehanded, you could use a stencil or vinyl lettering.
That’s it. A quick little piece of Halloween decor.
Linking up at some of my favorite parties.
Amy says
October 7, 2013 at 9:48 pmYou are a gilding goddess. I've got to try my hands at it. <br />Question. You don't mention using any sealer. In your experience, do you think it's unnecessary? Are there certain situations where it should be used? I'm always a fan of reducing the number of steps in a project 😛
Phyllis @Around the House says
October 7, 2013 at 10:06 pmThose plates are so cute, I love them too..I am using them as chargers, whenever I change the post for a new one, love the way you made one skeleton gold, it is so smart to paint the center white like it is a plate…Yay…Phyllis
nikkirex says
October 8, 2013 at 12:59 amThis plate is SO amazing! Can't believe you free-formed the "Boo"! Super-duper cute! And for only a $1!! (p.s. found you @ the Sew Can Do linky party!)
marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says
October 9, 2013 at 9:21 amLove the plate and your vignette is fabulous. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty
Carolyn says
October 12, 2013 at 1:42 amI just wanted to let you know that I featured your wonderful project on homework. Thanks so much for sharing it on The Inspiration Board. Have a great weekend!<br /><br />carolyn<br />homework &<br />DETAILS
Tori Grant says
October 15, 2013 at 1:53 amLove!! You are seriously rocking the gilding 🙂 I am featuring these tomorrow on Tell Me Tuesday:)
Carol TheAnswerIsChocolate says
October 15, 2013 at 8:49 pmAs a huge Harry Potter fan and lover of all things black and white, I absolutely ADORE this! Hope you'll drop by my place on Friday and share this at my weekly link party.
Mandy Hank says
October 19, 2013 at 6:44 pmWhat a transformation and I love that it's from the dollar store! Awesome Project! I am featuring these on my blog tomorrow 🙂 Thank you for linking up to Get Your DIY On! Have a great Saturday!<br /><br />Mandy @ The Hankful House Blog<br /><br />