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Metal Box With Match Box Designs

You Will Need:

Fevicryl Acrylic Colours Black 02, White 27, Fevicryl Acrylic Colours Neon Yellow 011, Green 012, Orange 017, Pink 018, Fine Art Brushes, A4 Sized White Paper, Yellow Carbon Paper, Pencil, Colour Palette, Water Container, Metal box.

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Description :

Transform a plain metal box into a vibrant art piece by painting designs inspired by old matchbox covers. This advanced DIY project combines nostalgia with creativity, perfect for unique home decor or gifting.

STEP 1 : Source the base material
  • Take a metal box to paint old matchbox cover designs on it.
STEP 2 : Draw and trace the design.
  • On an A4 sized white paper, draw a collage of designs from old matchbox covers that match the size of the metal box.
  • Paint the metal box with Acrylic Colour White 27 and let it dry.
  • Trace the matchbox designs aesthetically onto the box using yellow carbon paper.
STEP 3 : Paint the design
  • Paint the matchbox cover designs using Acrylic Colours: Black 02, White 27, Neon Yellow 011, Green 012, Orange 017, and Pink 018.
  • Leave it to dry.
STEP 4 : Final look
  • Paint the background of the matchbox covers with Acrylic Colour Black 02.
  • Leave it to dry completely.