Crafting Homemade Concrete Jack-o'-Lanterns: A Step-by-Step Guide
In today's DIY project, we're delving into the world of concrete crafting with FolkArt Painted Finishes. Our speaker, who has previously created a Concrete Tray, is excited to share their skills in making DIY Concrete Pumpkins.
The project begins with a base coat of light concrete paint applied to the pumpkin using a FolkArt Shortie Brush. Instead of brushing, the paint is dabbed onto the surface for a textured finish. While the light base coat is still wet, a small amount of dark concrete paint is added and blended in.
The supplies needed for this project are simple and easy to find. They include fake pumpkins, FolkArt Shortie Brushes, FolkArt Painted Finishes in Concrete (which comes with two different colors: light and dark concrete), a small paint brush, and FolkArt Brushed Metal Acrylic Paint in Rose Gold for the pumpkin's stem.
Once the concrete pumpkin is dry, the stem is painted with the Rose Gold acrylic paint. The speaker will provide a tutorial on how to use both colors effectively in the DIY Concrete Pumpkins project.
One interesting aspect of FolkArt Painted Finishes in Concrete is that it is self-sealing, eliminating the need for any additional sealing steps. The amount of dark concrete paint used can be adjusted, allowing for a focus on creases or application all over the pumpkin.
Our speaker expresses a keen interest in having concrete countertops and floors in their future home, which is evident in their enthusiasm for this project. After letting the pumpkin dry completely, the DIY Concrete Pumpkins are ready to adorn your home for the autumn season.
Unfortunately, we couldn't find information about who created the DIY video series showing the DIY concrete pumpkins. Regardless, we hope you enjoy this creative and unique DIY project!
