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Veggie Markers
From the Garden Thyme Collection
Country Corner Crafts 2001

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MATERIALS REQUIRED:

• Wood of your choice, ½” is recommended.
• Fast acting adhesive - hot glue gun, expoxy, etc. or white/yellow wood glue and clamps.
• Sandpaper
• Acrylic paints in your choice of country colors.
• Fine black paint pen or liner brush for details and lettering.
• Stakes - Door Shims, Strips of 1"wide wood, Pieces of dowel etc.
• Antiquing medium of your choice, if desired.
• Small wood screws if desired.
• Varnish.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Trace patterns onto wood,cut out, and sand well.
   
2. Drill holes for wire hanger.
3. Paint all pieces in your choice of colors.
   
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. Use the fine black paint pen or liner brush for lettering and details.
   Make sure the pen you are using is waterproof and will not smudge!
   
7. Attach Stakes with glue and wood screws (optional)
   
8. Varnish entire project and allow sufficient drying time.
   
9. Use the antiquing medium to enhance the rustic look, and add another coat of varnish to seal.
   That's It! A great way to mark your garden rows!
   
   
   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. For exterior projects we highly recommend keeping the finished item in a sheltered area away from winds, extreme temperatures and rain. Apply multiple coats of varnish or use a a sealant specifically designed for outdoor use to prolong the life of the product.
   
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