Designer Jennifer Chapman creates the look of an authentic burled-wood Victorian box with a faux finishing technique. Materials: Unfinished wooden box
Oil paint (yellow, gold ochre, burnt sienna and raw umber
Winsor-Newton Liquin (R) or other glazing medium
Sponge brush
Large, flat paintbrush
Round paintbrush
Brush cleaner (turpentine)
Natural sponge
Brass accessories (Victorian-style handle, keyhole, etc.)
Small hand drill
Victorian decals or stickers
Spray adhesive
Gloss varnish
Material and trim for inside of box
Fabric glue
Decoupage glue
- Measure and drill holes for hardware (handles and keyhole) on unfinished box.
- Use the large flat paintbrush to apply a combination of yellow paint and a small amount of gold ochre mixed with Liquin (figure A)
- Allow paint to dry overnight.
- Apply burnt sienna with the flat brush, using short strokes. Use sponge or paper towels to manipulate the paint and create a faux wood-grain appearance (figure B).
- After paint dries, use small brush to apply raw umber and burnt sienna to create a more detailed wood-grain effect (figure C). Allow to dry.
- Use sponge brush to apply varnish to box, following manufacturer's instructions. After varnish has dried, add brass hardware.
- Measure and cut material for inner lining.
- Apply spray adhesive to inside of box, pressing and smoothing lining to surface.
- Use fabric glue to decorate and finish edges as desired.
RESOURCES :
Wooden Boxes and Other Unfinished Items, Carving Tools, Supplies, Sealer
Walnut Hollow
Website: www.walnuthollow.com
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Restoration Hardware
Website: restorationhardware.com
GUESTS :
Jennifer Chapman
Jennifer Chapman Design
Phone: (760) 918-0632
Email: Jennifer@jenniferchapmandesign.com
Website: jenniferchapmandesign.com
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