Fathers Day Stones

Fathers Day Stones

Posted 2013-06-04 by Mina Keenanfollow
Rock and Roll with Fathers Day


Give Dad a rockery this Father's Day! A decorated stone each year from each member of the family (including you, Mum) will build into a meaningful, heartfelt collection of appreciation over time.



Art and Craft Supplies

  • smooth stones
  • white paint
  • brush
  • fine black marker
  • coloured markers


  • Method

    ...whitewashed stones...

    Clean stone and coat with white paint. Try a wet paintbrush for a whitewash effect



    ...basic design...

    Mark out your design in fine black marker



    ...a bit of colour...

    Colour with other markers



    ...dated and who its from on the back...

    Don't forget to write the year on the bottom of the stone. You might like to write down who its from as well.



    Other

  • Protect your wee works of art with a coat of white glue, varnish or nail polish

  • These stones have a vintage look to them, achieved by a whitewash paint base and cheap kids markers give nice muted hints of colour.


  • Have fun!

    :)


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