I saw an article on Hometalk featuring Unicorn SPiT Gel Stain and Glaze in One by Shimmershell's Eclectic Inc. and immediately knew I HAD to try this vibrantly…
Add a pop of color to your craft projects with this fabulously fun Unicorn SPiT gel stain and glaze. Easy to use, this gel stain and glaze is perfect to refurbish anything from old furniture to pottery or fabric-based DIY projects. You can also use it to highlight chalk paint, color bare wood, or create stunning 3D effects on your craft surface.
Have you heard of Unicorn Spit? Watch this video from CHA to learn about it! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2ZXrSXvF14 See all the projects created with this product: https://www.pinterest.com/flipflipgirlz/unicorn-spit-paint/ 6 colors each bottle 4 OZs. Each bottle covers 76" x 38" area (comes pre-mixed, ready to use for the boldest color or add up to 65%+ water for your own custom coverage)
I'm not sure if you've heard of Unicorn SPiT? It's a water based colored gel stain that smells yummy and it's awesome. Just look at those colors!!!
You have to see the peacock colored bowl this woman made!
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How to Unicorn Spit on a picnic table. Get amazing results! If your a beginner I would advise looking into practice pieces before starting a project like this as it can take up to a 3 weeks to complete. Click for intro to Unicorn Spit Unicorn Spit is considered a gel stain and glaze in ONE bottle. And believe me the bottle might be small, but it can be used in so many ways and can last over a year depending on how you use it! Although you can use Spit on many different surfaces! Wood, glass, pottery, canvas, furniture, concrete and laminate I will show you how to apply on a unfinished wood picnic table. Make some simple preparations first , either sand paper it or prime for best results. I have done nothing and it still can work! On wood I would suggest sanded and no gloss showing for the best results. First if you want this look you have to torch the wood. I was scared of a torch for awhile so I had my husband show me how to use it to get over my fear. Here is a video of how to torch wood: (fails and fixes) It's ok to go back and look it over the next day and either sand or torch more. It's kinda hard to do it all in one day .....my hand starts hurting from holding the torch and I didn't want to drop it! TIP: cover your picnic table pieces with a tarp or keep inside -- it rained and the wood got wet and since it takes awhile it started to grey a bit. It caused more sanding and more work. Next step. Plan out your color schemes. SHOP Unicorn Spit -> https://www.michellenicoles.com/theArtChick?rfsn=3790263.1b4a32 Part 2 Applying Spit to your projects: I hope these videos help you achieve your dreams of capturing all Unicorn Spit can do. Really I believe I will always be learning! I plan on showing the process of the top of it. Join us spitters! Sub here for notifications when that is complete and learn new techniques Click here to go to my Youtube Channel: theArt Chick **This is a separate picnic table I did last year. Below is a video of my picnic table hand stained HOURS of work. I used Unicorn spit for the colorful stain. *Please note I have practiced with Unicorn Spit for about a year before I attempted this. It took a total 1 month to complete. Still stands as one of my largest piece of functional art I have ever made..... So far! Get SPiT here: Click to learn about or to shop Unicorn Spit This is an affiliate link but only because I have loved it so much: There are plenty of beginner learning techniques and projects. I have posted some on my channel. the Art Chick There are many steps to completion. Sand ruff spots Carefully Wood Burn with torch -with help from adult if needed. Hand paint the stain with diluted and not diluted spit. Flow the grain when you apply the colored stain UV Stain Top Coat - UV Marine Varnish (I did 3 full top coats) When you are applying the US (unicorn spit) and it dries it looks almost dull and a bit chalky. The magic happens when you put the top coat on it deepens the color and shows more of the wood grain. Learn the Process via youtube here: Part 1 - How to torch wood - Click HerePart 2 Unicorn Spit PART 2 - How to apply on wood - Click Here Shop Unicorn Spit here: Click to learn about or to shop Unicorn Spit This is an affiliate link, but only because I have been a user of spit since when Michelle was making it herself in her kitchen! I believe and use it all the time with amazing results. There is so much more to say about this Magic in a bottle. There is so many things that it can be used on. I will be writing more on this amazing product! This is just the beginning. More Art Blogs and tutorials!: Look here for other art tutorials (Blog link at bottom of website) -- Like to Decoupage? Many have mixed the 2 for 1 project - I have graphics and other art elements too: The Art Chick Graphic and Design
Start your next project with Chalk Paint, the furniture paint by Annie Sloan. Choose your favourite colour and the right size tin for the job.
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I'm not sure if you've heard of Unicorn SPiT? It's a water based colored gel stain that smells yummy and it's awesome. Just look at those colors!!!
If you haven't tried her stain method, here's why people are freaking out! The Bermuda Blending technique it's a fun way to play with different colors and textures that gives my pieces life and movement.
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More beautiful than I'd imagined, I still can't believe I created this! Once an ugly mahogany buffet, now a showstopper! The vibrant colors of Unicorn SPiT t…
Here it is, in all it's glory: everything you need to know for creating a perfect finish with chalk paint!! This was inspired by my sister, who has heard me raving about chalk paint for months now, and has been dying to paint her baby girl's furniture with it! Before she starts her project, she asked for everything I know on how to be totally successful when using this stuff, so here it is! And lucky for all of us, she's happily agreed to guest blog for PaintedNew when she finishes her furniture and share all about her first experience with chalk paint (see what I did there? now you're committed, sis!) :) Be sure to come back tomorrow for tips on waxing your painted furniture, and also later for the super awesome, affordable chalk paint recipe I use! Tips & tricks for a successful chalk painted project 1) Use a quality chalk paint. For an awesome, super affordable DIY recipe, click here (coming soon), and see how it compares to boutique brands! 2) Use a quality brush. Don't go cheap on this one. I highly highly recommend Purdy brushes. They are seriously legit!! I have a couple of the 2.5 inch angled brushes and I swear by them for all my projects where I want a quality finish with zero to minimal brush strokes. That said, take care of your brushes. Keep paint away from the roots of the brush and make sure your bristles stay in the same direction. Clean them WELL with warm water. They should be so clean that the water runs clear through them. Lay them in an open area to dry. 3) Clean your project with TSP (tri- sodium-phosphate) before you paint. This is mainly necessary if you bought your piece from craigslist, Goodwill, or a garage sale. The TSP is a heavy duty degreaser that quickly removes any gunk that may be caked on your furniture. This stuff is STRONG and you don't need a lot of it. I usually mix one or two tablespoons of TSP in a quart sized bowl of hot water. I always use dish gloves to protect my hands from the chemical water, and a sponge to clean with (I have a special sponge and pair of gloves I bought from the dollar store that I use just for TSP.) Cleaning a large dresser should only take about 5 minutes. 4) Use a disposable bowl or wide mouthed tupperware to paint from. If you use a container with a narrow opening, you're likely to ruin your brush by trying to fit it in the hole with every dip you make. This also eliminates the chances for clumps to form on your brush and fall into the larger paint container, which will eventually get on your project and compromise the flawless finish you want. 5) Paint in the direction of the wood grain. If you are having trouble getting the paint in the deeper pockets of the grain, then paint in different directions but ALWAYS go back over the paint in the direction of the wood grain. This looks most natural and, again, will result in a flawless, smooth, finish. That is, of course, unless you want a more random textured finish, in which case: do whatever you want! 6) Wait until the first coat dries completely before you paint a second coat, distress, or wax. If you paint over a semi-dry layer, the paint will "pull" and create a clumpy texture. Chalk paint generally dries within 20-30 minutes depending on the humidity in the air. I live in Denver, so everything dries quickly here! While you are waiting, keep your brush from drying out: wrap it in a sandwich baggy and make sure you keep as much air out as possible. 7) Thin the paint with water for the second coat. You only need to add about 1-2 tablespoons of water to the paint, and mix thoroughly. This will help the second coat spread easier without wasting too much paint. If you forget to thin the paint, that's no big deal, you just might end up using more of it. Also: thinning with water will not change the color of the finish. If you are finishing a dark piece with a light color, you may find you need a third coat of paint, or that you'd prefer not to thin your second coat. 8) For a distressed look, use 150-220 grit sandpaper over the corners and edges to take off the paint and allow the wood to show through. General rule: sand where the piece would naturally distress over time. 9) For an extra smooth finish and to remove any brush strokes or clumps that formed on your finish, use 400 grit sandpaper over the entire piece. This shouldn't visibly remove any paint, but it will be silky smooth to the touch! 10) Always always protect your piece with a wax finish. I have experience with Annie Sloan's clear and dark wax, but there are many other quality brands of wax and pastes available that are durable and water proof. Video tutorial of this process coming soon! Now you are ready to wax! Click here for tips and tricks on waxing your painted furniture! If you have questions or have learned any extra tips, leave a comment! We're all here to learn from each other! Happy Painting! Click here to learn why Chalk Paint is awesome! Click here for Tips and Tricks on waxing your painted furniture! Click here for an inexpensive DIY Chalk Paint Recipe! (coming soon! eeeeee!!)
Transform ordinary objects into opulent jewels by layering Sparkling Unicorn SPiT. Discover the vibrant, 3-D effects of this versatile paint, glaze, and gel stain.
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SIN LIJAR Y CON CAPAS. La cuestión es que puedes conseguir este look de dos maneras: aplicando la pintura en capas y lijando cada una de ellas, o como yo...
Unicorn Spit is the perfect choice for quick and fun furniture makeovers. It's easy to use, and the creative possibilities are endless!
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You don't need an art degree or 20 years of experience to create wonderful one-of-a-kind works of art. All you need is Unicorn Spit! Here's a step-by-step tut…
You don't need an art degree or 20 years of experience to create wonderful one-of-a-kind works of art. All you need is Unicorn Spit! Here's a step-by-step tut…
