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Plant and Gather Angel
From the Angels Among Us Collection
Country Corner Crafts 2000

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MATERIALS REQUIRED:

• Wood of your choice, ½” is recommended.
• Fast acting adhesive - hot glue gun, expoxy, etc.
• Sandpaper
• Acrylic paints in shades of Hunter Green, Burgundy, Flesh, Tan, Black, Dusty Rose, Blue
• Fine black liner pen for facial details and lettering.
• Spanish Moss for hair
• Fabric scraps for patches and bow,if desired.
• buttons
• 19 gauge wire for hanger.
• Crackle and Antiquing medium of your choice, if desired.
• Varnish.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Trace patterns onto wood, cut out, drill any necessary holes, and sand well.
   
2. Paint all pieces as shown, or in your choice of colors.
   
3. Apply crackled finish to picket fence pieces if you choose, following the instructions on your chosen product carefully.
4. Allow pieces to dry thoroughly.
   
5. Sand along all edges very well, and also lightly along all other surfaces to achieve an aged appearance.
   
6. Using a fine black and white pens, add the eyes and lettering details. (Make sure the pen is waterproof and will not smudge!)
   
7. Smudge Dusty Rose for cheeks using fingertip. Paint a "V" with brush handle for heart lips.
   
8. Glue all pieces together, referring to the pattern for proper placement.
   (Note:It may be easier to wire arms to heart before gluing)
   
9. Varnish entire project and allow sufficient drying time.
   
10. Use the antiquing medium to enhance the rustic look, and add another coat of varnish to seal.
    
11. Attach a wire hanger through holes.
    
12. Add frayed fabric bows, moss hair, patches and country button accents.
    That’s it! A nice touch for your country garden or home!
    
    
    Helpful Tips and Suggestions:
    
    Wood Preparation: Choose a quality piece of wood. Sand all pieces completely to ensure there are no burs or rough edges.. After painting, lightly sand all surfaces with a brown lunch bag or very fine grit sandpaper to remove the fuzz raised by acrylic paints.
    
    Transferring Patterns: Place carbon or graphite paper on bare prepared wood beneath pattern and trace carefully. Allow room between pieces for easier cutting. Don't rub the wood too much or it'll smudge!
    
    Antiquing: There are several antiquing mediums available - look for a waterbased formula in the color tones you like and follow the instructions carefully. Leave a little more medium in cracks and along edges for a more authentic look. Apply sparingly or generously, depending on the look you wish to achieve.
    
    Finishing: A waterbased clear varnish is recommended, in either a matte or semi-gloss finish. Follow the instructions carefully, apply it uniformly, and allow sufficient drying time between coats.
    
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