Inside A Makers' Studio

You're in for a treat with this video! Learn how to make a stunning charcuterie board with our Gold Leaf and Classic Borders Stencil. You'll impress all of your guests with this beautiful board. Then stay tuned as Amy and Michelle show you how easy it is to stencil FURNITURE with our Mesh Stencils. 

 

Supplies:

• Mesh Stencil – Classic Borders
• 4oz Sample – Weybridge White
• Gilding Size
• Imitation Gold Leaf
• Chip Brush
• Foam Dome Brush

Additional Supplies Needed:

• Wood Cutting Board (Hobby Lobby)
• Painters’ Tape

 Instructions:

1. Begin by cutting out the border design from the Classic Border Stencil. Then place the stencil at the top of a clean wooden board.  Use painters’ tape (placing it on clothing first to remove some of the stickiness) to protect the outer edges on either side of the stencil.
2. Using the Foam Dome Brush, apply the Gilding Size by first offloading it on a piece of cardboard and using the same up down motion to apply it to the stencil. Quickly remove the stencil and wash it and the Foam Dome Brush in lukewarm water once done.
3. Once the size has come to tack (it will appear translucent) you can apply the Gold Leaf. Holding the spine with one hand, pull back the tissue with the other hand and lay the leaf down covering the area with size. After burnishing (pressing and rubbing down firmly) lift leaf packet up and continue the process until entire sized area is covered.
4. Using the Chip Brush, remove the excess leaf.
5. Once the Foam Dome Brush and stencil have dried, place the stencil slightly offset from the gilded design. Add painters’ tape on either side as done in step 1.
6. Then use the Foam Dome Brush to apply the Weybridge White One Step Paint to the stencil using the same up down motion. Once done, quickly remove and wash the stencil in lukewarm water. Allow the paint to fully cure for at least a few days.