How to Sponge-Paint Curtains
Turn plain curtains into one-of-a-kind beauties with this easy painting technique, which yields a gorgeous watercolor effect.
Plain to Pretty
Don't leave your four-post bed draped in basic white curtains. Add an impressive pop of DIY interest with sponge-painted colors. Follow these steps for a beautiful bedroom statement piece.
What You Need
- Apron
- Plastic containers (3)
- Canvas drop cloth
- Rubber gloves
- Crafts paint (2 per color)
- Plastic sheet
- Water
- White curtain panel
- Scissors
- Car sponges (2)
- Spray bottle
- Stir sticks
Step1
Prep your work surface. Lay both the plastic sheet and the drop cloth over a large, flat surface.
Step 2
Create your paint mix by pouring one tube of paint into a container and diluting it with at least 2 cups of water. Stir until evenly mixed. Repeat with the other two colors and containers.
Step 3
Cut both car sponges in half using scissors.
Step 4
Lay the curtain panel over your work surface, and lightly spritz it with water from the spray bottle.
Step 5
Begin painting by dipping one sponge into the first paint color. Wring out to avoid drips before blotting the sponge onto the curtain. Use any pattern desired.
Step 6
Repeat the process with the remaining colors, continuing down the length of the curtain. Use areas of overlap to add interest.
Step 7
Lay out the curtain panel or hang to dry, then repeat with any additional curtain panels.
1 Comment
- cacornicelliJuly 20, 2018
Can you wash these?
