DIY | dip-painting coffee/tea service set

Monday, September 26, 2011


I am thrilled at how my dip-painting experiment turned out!  What do you think?

I few weeks ago I picked up two sets of Bodum creamer and sugar bowls at my favorite thrift store in Northern VA (for about $1/set).  When I decided to try my hand at dip-painting, I knew these stainless steel containers would work well.  I also tried a drinking glass and a wooden bowl, neither of which were a success.  

All you have to do is place your paint (I used water-based acrylic paint, but oil based paint would probably work better) in a plastic container (large enough to fit your object).  Then, using a clothespin as your "handle", dip the object into the paint (I wanted a diagonal line, but horizontal is nice too).  Last, hang your object on string to dry (with the clothespin) with something to catch the drips underneath.  


Give it a try - it's fun, and the results are fantastic.  

till tomorrow,

Rebecca

10 comment(s) - I love hearing from you!:

  1. Great results...fab idea xoxo
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  2. Love how mod they look - this is an awesome idea!

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  3. What a fun idea that adds SO much flair to making coffee and decorating the kitchen. Good job!

    - Sarah
    http://agirlintransit.blogspot.com

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  4. What a great idea! They look gorgeous!

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  5. I saw this idea in Martha Stewart Living and thought it looked really good. Yours turned out great!

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  6. Yours look great. Love this idea more every time I see it:)

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  7. hey there! this is Nicole's sister Adriane...nice to meet you!

    I have been coming to a daily something for a month or so now...every week or so to see what new things you have been up to...your blog is so cute/fresh/creative!!

    Just wanted to say hi!

    -Adriane@ fruitfulhomejournal.blogspot.com

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  8. I am constantly inspired by your creativity! I have never even thought of doing this before, but I've always loved the gold dipped set from DWR. You did such a great job on these!!

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  9. These are wonderful! Love the color you picked!

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