Using the Retro Mod stencil, I lined up the bottom of the box with the 3rd row of the pattern and painted with Leprechaun Multi Surface satin paint. Secure the stencil with a bit of tape, blot stencil brush to remove excess paint before painting on the fabric, and let dry before moving to the next section. I worked on this project over the course of a couple of days! That way my neck didn’t get tired and I didn’t get burned out of painting. I stenciled the two sides as well (but not the back) but you could get away with just doing the front side if you want.
At any time, start working on the chalkboard labels. Grab some of these thin wood pieces from the craft store and paint with DecoArt chalkboard paint. The instructions say to use two coats, though I had to use about 5 because this particular wood kept soaking up the paint! Then paint a top and bottom stripe using Turquoise Waters (Multi Surface) Use 2 coats for best coverage.
Apply a one side of adhesive Velcro to the box, and the other side to the back of the label. Rub the side of a piece of chalk all over the chalkboard paint to prime it, wipe clean and then write on the label. Stick it to the box then you can easily remove and change the writing on the label at any time.
As always, let me know if you have any questions, and thanks for reading!
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If you had used multi-purpose sealer on the wood, it would probably only have taken 2 coats.