4. Center fabric over pattern, using 1” masking tape, mount top and bottom edges then left and right.
1. Mix three shades of rust--Buttercup Yellow, Cardinal Red, and Moss Green. Use yellow and red to get orange. Use yellow, red, and green to make rust, getting the desired three shades of rust. Referring to photo for color placement and Dry Brush Technique tip box to paint rust to panel flower petals starting with the lightest shade.
Let’s Paint
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• A dry brush technique is used throughout this project. Touch tip of brush in paint. Paint will be slightly globby and shiny. Lay brush on flat side and drag across folded paper towel. Flip brush and drag opposite side of brush on folded paper towel. Brush will appear dry (no paint). • Using the flat side of brush, placing it on outside line of the leaf, drag it in a long stroke toward center. Do not use short, choppy strokes (no petting).
2. Mix Dark Brown with Cardinal Red and Moss Green. Shade one side of each of the five sections of the leaf. In the middle, start with the flat edge of brush and drag it toward the edge and point of leaf. Use a light hand and apply a small amount of paint. Another layer can be added if it’s not dark enough. Refer to photo for color placement and paint all leaves.
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