Tuscany Mural
Stenciling We Love: Day 17 This mural, by Maria Paray, was painted for a small, windowless powder room. The wall directly opposite the mural is mirrored, reflecting the mural and giving an expansive feel to the room. Maria painted the mural on cambric canvas and affixed it to the wall with a Procote Handwaxer. She used the Shuttered [...]
Using the Daige Procote Hand Waxer
Continuing our thread on Repositionable Art, the tips here will give you the information you need to create your own portable stenciling using an art waxer. Tips for Using the Daige Procote Hand Waxer by Maria LaMalfa Plug the waxer in and let it heat for at least a half hour; an hour is better. Do not [...]
Repositionable Art
Sometimes it's easier (or just desirable) not to paint directly on the wall. When I painted the magpies for our Castle Bedroom, I was sitting at my work table, instead of up on a ladder. Have you ever stenciled something on your wall, then wished you could move it later, after you've rearranged the furniture? Would [...]