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Time Required :
About an hour
Intermediate
Intermediate
You're somewhat experienced with the skills necessary to complete this project, but you haven't mastered all the elements, yet.

plaid initial wood ornament

Create this simple and cute plaid initial ornament, a perfect addition to any tree or stocking!
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Print Project

Step 1

Tape off the ornament, horizontally with equal spacing, then repeat vertically.

Step 2

Paint squares solid with Imperial chalk paint. Let dry, then remove tape.

Step 3

On your paper plate, add water to Imperial paint to make it lighter, then paint and connect the squares with equal lines. Let dry.
TIP: Use the image as a guide.

Step 4

Choose a letter from the stencil pack and stencil with Rich Black chalk paint.

Step 5

Dry brush edges with Rick Black chalk paint.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Scotch® General Purpose Masking Tape

    Item # 10219905 
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    $5.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Craft Smart™ Stencils, 2" Wedding Alphabet

    Item # 10281496 
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    $8.99
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    20000750
    You’ll Need: 1

    FolkArt® Home Decor™ Chalk Paint

    Item # 10430066 
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    $12.99
    • Color: Rich Black
    • Size: 8 oz
    • Color: Rich Black
    • Size: 8 oz
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    • Color: Rich Black
    • Size: 8 oz
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    +More Options
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    20000750
    You’ll Need: 1

    FolkArt® Home Decor™ Chalk Paint

    Item # 10430059 
    Save 40% off One Regular Price Item with code 7242440- Exclusions apply See Details See Details
    Limit one coupon per product. Limit one coupon of each type per day. Limited to stock on hand. Void where prohibited. Valid only in Canada. EXCLUSIONS: Everyday Value program, clearance; buy & get items; custom framing; beverages & candy; books & magazines; classes; gift cards; craft technology machines; Cricut, Silhouette; Elf On The Shelf Storybook Sets; Lemax. Exclusions subject to change. See Team Member for details.
    $12.99
    • Color: Imperial
    • Size: 8 oz
    • Color: Imperial
    • Size: 8 oz
    +More Colors
    • Color: Imperial
    • Size: 8 oz
    +More Colors
    +More Options
 
Tools
Tools
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Necessities™ Brown Synthetic Acrylic Brush Set by Artist's Loft™

    Item # 10171155 
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    Buy two items at regular price & get the third of equal or lesser value free. Excludes clearance.
    $16.49
 
You’ll Also Need
  • Computer
  • Printer
  • Water Basin
  • Paper Plate
  • Paper Towels
Instructions
Step 1

Tape off the ornament, horizontally with equal spacing, then repeat vertically.

Step 2

Paint squares solid with Imperial chalk paint. Let dry, then remove tape.

Step 3

On your paper plate, add water to Imperial paint to make it lighter, then paint and connect the squares with equal lines. Let dry.
TIP: Use the image as a guide.

Step 4

Choose a letter from the stencil pack and stencil with Rich Black chalk paint.

Step 5

Dry brush edges with Rick Black chalk paint.

Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels

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