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.
Comments + Project Love
Amy says
You 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
Those 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
This 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
Love the plate and your vignette is fabulous. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty
Carolyn says
I 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
Love!! You are seriously rocking the gilding 🙂 I am featuring these tomorrow on Tell Me Tuesday:)
Carol TheAnswerIsChocolate says
As 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
What 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 />