Crafty

I am getting ready for little man's birthday party. 

I only have 3 1/2 weeks until the big day and there is lots to do

I need to make 2 table cloths for the picnic tables at the park

Table cloths are kind of pricey so I decided to make my own

I love painters canvas drop cloths and have used them for many art projects

First, tape off your lines

I wanted a "pinstripe" type look so I alternated 1" white stripes with 2" blue stripes

Once everything is taped, paint!

I watered my paint waaaaaay down. I was going for a distressed, old look

Painted! Now it's out drying

I still have another one to make and I will make a few changes

First, I will make a huge bucket of my paint

As you can see, I have a few shade variations on this one

Second, I will not do this outside in the sun on a hot day

Not only did I burn the tops of my feet and knees on the grass but the sun also made the tape not stick so well.

No worries though, I'll still use this one. It's going to be covered with goodies anyways so I'm sure people won't care.

Also, if you are going to make one of these and wash it, you need to heat set the paint. You can use an 

iron or a hot dryer. Just make sure your paint is dry first

Good luck!